Boiler Plant Mechanic

Amentum•Kings Bay Base, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a Boiler Plant Mechanic to support a government contract award based in Kings Bay, Georgia. Under general direction and according to diagrams, operation manuals and manufacturers' specifications, the Boiler Plant Mechanic/Operator tends one or more boilers to produce steam or high-temperature water; tends one or more centrifugal chillers; tends one or more low-pressure and high-pressure air compressors; tends all related auxiliaries, pumps, regulators, meters, blowers, fans, de-mineralizers, softeners, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic control devices. The Boiler Plant Mechanic/Operator also uses the computer system for operations in order to meet government and manufacturer's specifications. Maintains a log of various aspects of operations. Additionally, according to diagrams, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications, performs complex repairs and overhaul of central heating plants, their components and auxiliary equipment; including automatic or manually controlled boilers, burners, pumps, regulators, meters, blowers, fans, de-mineralizers; electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic control devices and air compressors. Performs chemical analysis of boiler water and cooling towers and chemical treatment as required; determines fuel requirements and maintains all related pumps, valves, and piping. Inspects and runs preventive maintenance routines and safety checks according to the government and manufacturer's specifications. Uses hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring and testing equipment and devices. Inspects, repairs, and replaces defective parts and components as necessary to ensure continuous and safe operation. Assists government personnel during the annual certification inspections. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent
Four (4) years experience in repair, operation, and overhaul of boiler plant and related equipment, both stationary and mobile
Must understand chemical treatment of boilers and cooling towers
Knowledge of the use of general and specialized tools to perform necessary repair operations
Ability to troubleshoot systems and components
Must possess the standard tools of the trade
Must possess a valid state driver's license
Must have and wear hard-toed safety shoes that meet ASTM F2413-05 standards.
Successful candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must continually meet eligibility requirements for access to all areas of Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

Responsibilities

Tends one or more boilers to produce steam or high-temperature water.
Tends one or more centrifugal chillers.
Tends one or more low-pressure and high-pressure air compressors.
Tends all related auxiliaries, pumps, regulators, meters, blowers, fans, de-mineralizers, softeners, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic control devices.
Uses the computer system for operations to meet government and manufacturer's specifications.
Maintains a log of various aspects of operations.
Performs complex repairs and overhaul of central heating plants, their components and auxiliary equipment.
Performs chemical analysis of boiler water and cooling towers and chemical treatment as required.
Determines fuel requirements and maintains all related pumps, valves, and piping.
Inspects and runs preventive maintenance routines and safety checks.
Uses hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring and testing equipment and devices.
Inspects, repairs, and replaces defective parts and components.
Assists government personnel during the annual certification inspections.
Enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment.
Conforms to the Amentum Quality Policy and carries out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts.
Reads, understands, and implements the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.

Benefits

Health & Welfare: $15.42 per hour contributed to benefits (effective 12/01/25).
401(k): Company matches up to 6% of employee contributions.
Paid Time Off: Starts at 2.62 hours per pay period (136 hours annually), with increases based on tenure.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays.
Additional Leave: Includes bereavement and leave share programs.
Shift Differential: Extra $1.75–$2.00/hour depending on shift start time.
Hazard Pay: $3.00/hour for designated high-risk work areas.
Lead Pay: Additional $2.25/hour for lead roles (temporary or permanent).
On-Call Pay: Two hours of overtime pay per day when on call during off-days/holidays.
Safety Shoes: $175 annual allowance.
Prescription Safety Glasses: Up to $250 annually (per policy).
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance