GSE Mechanic I

Amentum•Lemoore, CA

2d•$41•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic in Lemoore, California. This role involves diagnosing and repairing Ground Support Equipment (GSE), advising and training junior mechanics, inspecting completed maintenance, and utilizing technical publications and automated systems to monitor maintenance trends and equipment records. The mechanic will perform repairs using various diagnostic tools and hand tools, maintain fuel and grounding systems, conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and test GSE to ensure serviceability. Servicing equipment with fluids and air, diagnosing mechanical and electronic issues, and disassembling/reassembling components are key duties. The role also includes stenciling GSE, handling hazardous materials according to regulations, preparing GSE for storage and deployment, and operating towing vehicles. Maintaining vehicle and equipment records, providing dispatch services, and practicing good housekeeping, tool control, Foreign Object Damage prevention, and safety are also required. Employees are expected to uphold Amentum's safety and quality policies, and comply with all operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements.

Requirements

4 or more years of experience working on GSE or equivalent equipment.
Must be familiar with FRC rework procedures, publications and schematics.
Diesel and electrical mechanic experience.
Experience in use of special tools/equipment required to perform assigned tasks.
Must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to the job.
Must be a High School graduate or equivalent.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Pre-employment drug screening is required.
Must be able to obtain Department of the Navy Local Population ID Card/Base Access Pass Registration.
Must be able to obtain Secret Security Clearance for issuance of a Common Access Card (CAC).
Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Nice To Haves

Experience and/or appropriate training in functions such as inspection maintenance and repair on various ground support equipment.
Able to work efficiently with minimum supervision.
Strong Problem-solving skills.
Time management and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

Diagnoses malfunctions and repairs Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
Advises and trains lower grade workers on diagnosis and repair of less complex repair/maintenance problems.
Inspects and approves completed maintenance actions.
Solves repair problems by studying drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics, and technical publications.
Uses automated maintenance data systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions.
Analyzes, diagnosis, and repairs GSE using conventional and digital multi-meters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, circuit card testers, transistor testers, and hand tools.
Maintains external fuel and grounding systems.
Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on GSE.
Inspects, tests, and operates GSE to determine equipment serviceability and proper operation.
Services equipment with fuel, oil, water, coolant, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant, and compressed air.
Diagnoses mechanical and electronic circuitry malfunctions using visual and auditory senses, test equipment, and technical publications.
Disassembles and assembles malfunctioning GSE accessories and components.
Removes, disassembles repairs, cleans, treats for corrosion, assembles, and reinstalls GSE components and accessories.
Stencils and marks GSE in accordance with technical publications.
Stores, handles, labels, uses, and disposes of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations.
Prepares GSE for storage and mobility deployment.
Operates, cleans, inspects, and services GSE towing vehicles.
Maintains vehicle records.
Maintains, and updates paper, and electronic equipment records.
Provides dispatch service for GSE, including positioning equipment to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations.
Practices good housekeeping, tool control, Foreign Object Damage prevention, and safety always.
Performs all other position related duties as assigned or requested.