Equipment Mechanic

Amentum•Hawthorne, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking an Equipment Mechanic to join their team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the Hawthorne Army Depot. The Equipment Mechanic will troubleshoot defective machinery and equipment such as compressors, paint booths, drill and hydraulic presses, bolt drivers, conveyor systems, grit blasting equipment, and pneumatic power systems. The role requires proficiency in various trades, including welding and new equipment installations. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance, and US Citizenship is required for this clearance.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must have a minimum of Two (2) years’ experience as an Equipment Mechanic or related experience required.
Must have the mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot machinery, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
Must be able to identify and use a wide variety of tools and machinery.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of government security clearance as well as a clearance through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms and be favorably vetted through the NCIC III System.
Must be able to obtain/maintain all certifications as required by Amentum’s Master Training Plan.
Good writing and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to operate a computerized based terminal and literate in common software applications.
Must be willing to work overtime, varying hours and/or rotating shifts.
Must maintain fitness-for-duty standards to perform the essential functions of the position, to include any HWAD drill, contingency and/or emergency requirement.
Be detail oriented and able to exercise good judgment in problem solving.
Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.
Perform safety sensitive duties.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid State of Nevada driver’s license and pass an MVR check.
Must also be able to obtain and maintain HWAD site access and a clearance through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms and be favorably vetted through the NCIC III System.
US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Four (4) years experience is preferred; or a combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge of air logic systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot defective operations and breakdowns of machinery and equipment such as compressors, paint booths, drill and hydraulic presses, bolt drivers, conveyor systems, grit blasting equipment, and pneumatic power systems.
Provide support to production and other facilities by installing new machinery, relocating machinery presently in use to new locations, and realigning machine beds.
Troubleshoot, replace or repair parts, wheels, shafting, bearings, etc.
Adjust clearances, belt drives, and various other working parts.
Perform preventive maintenance, overhaul, and repair work.
Realign gears.
Install tools and fixtures on ordnance type equipment.
Operate lathes, drill presses, power saws, milling machines, and pedestal grinders to fabricate simple replacement parts.
Perform minor AC/DC and oxy/acetylene gas welding.
Report potential real environmental concerns to the Environmental Service.
Read and understand Task Hazard Analysis for identifying risks to health and safety during job specific tasks in the work place.
Perform all work safely and with the utmost concern for the safety of self and other employees.
Perform all work in compliance with environmental permits and regulations.
Work overtime as required.
Be at work when scheduled and maintain a good attendance record.
Perform other duties of the same or lower level of difficulty as assigned.