Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Amentum

16h

About The Position

Purpose and Scope: The Heavy Vehicle Mechanic operates, repairs, maintains, and function tests heavy power construction equipment such as compressors, pumps, hoists, shovels, trucks, tractors, graders, bulldozers, front-end loaders, scrapers, motor graders, skid steers, backhoe, dump trucks and various flightline support vehicles and associated equipment. Essential Responsibilities: Conducts Mobile Maintenance duties. Replace and repair hydraulic lines, pneumatic equipment, air conditioning systems, wheels/tires, wipers, and light bulbs. Perform heavy equipment maintenance activities including installation, repair, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance. Disassemble and reassemble engines and mechanical units to inspect and diagnose parts using computerized test equipment, calibration devices, gauges, etc. Replace and rebuild hydraulic cylinders, valves, planetary drive units, suspensions, springs, bushings, and kingpins, seals, and bearings. Perform operator care such washing, vacuuming, and cleaning. Performs routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking oil, water, and tires. Ensures proper care and maintenance of equipment; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Administrative Responsibilities: Collects vehicle and equipment data; conducts 100% inventory annually. Engages with customers and mission partners on maintenance status weekly. Coordinate parts and services with vendors daily. Inputs data in maintenance system and perform work order processing in computerized maintenance management system daily (i.e. MAXIMO and DPAS). Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Two (2) to Five (5) years of experience in operating and maintaining heavy equipment
Licensed or trained to operate applicable items of heavy equipment
Must be experienced in the repair of major systems
Specialized knowledge and skills in diesel and heavy automotive repair and maintenance
Skilled in replacing major components and parts on construction equipment
Practical understanding of theory of hydraulics (Pascal Theory), pulley, and gear ratio
Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings
Knowledge of diagnostics and ability to conduct technical research on the computer
Must be able to speak, read and write English
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust U.S. Government Clearance
NOTE: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
Physical requirements include prolonged standing, moderate walking, repeated bending, and climbing, overhead work, working in cramped positions, lifting, pulling and pushing weights up to 100 pounds
Good vision (corrected or uncorrected) and good hearing (with or without a hearing aid) required
Must have normal color vision

Nice To Haves

Prefer motor vehicle air conditioning certification and experience
Prefer knowledge of US military heavy vehicles and equipment, Material Handling Equipment (MHE), OSHA, American National Standards Institute (ANSI), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), military regulations standards, and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) requirements

Responsibilities

Operates, repairs, maintains, and function tests heavy power construction equipment
Conducts Mobile Maintenance duties
Replace and repair hydraulic lines, pneumatic equipment, air conditioning systems, wheels/tires, wipers, and light bulbs
Perform heavy equipment maintenance activities including installation, repair, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance
Disassemble and reassemble engines and mechanical units to inspect and diagnose parts using computerized test equipment, calibration devices, gauges, etc
Replace and rebuild hydraulic cylinders, valves, planetary drive units, suspensions, springs, bushings, and kingpins, seals, and bearings
Perform operator care such washing, vacuuming, and cleaning
Performs routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking oil, water, and tires
Ensures proper care and maintenance of equipment
Collects vehicle and equipment data; conducts 100% inventory annually
Engages with customers and mission partners on maintenance status weekly
Coordinate parts and services with vendors daily
Inputs data in maintenance system and perform work order processing in computerized maintenance management system daily (i.e. MAXIMO and DPAS)