Machinery Maintenance Mechanic

ELEVATED TECHNOLOGIES•Yuma, AZ

16h

About The Position

Ensures the operation, maintenance, and repair of Real Property, Real Property Installed Equipment (RPIE), Real Property Similar Equipment (RPSE), roads and grounds, utility systems, security systems, fire systems, and environmental protection systems. Applies advanced technical knowledge and experience to aerostat system operations and maintenance that may not be accomplished solely by consulting manufacturer manuals or similar TARS O&M documentation. Is qualified to operate aerostat launch/recovery control systems, including backup systems. Directs and performs corrective and preventive maintenance on aerostat pressure-control, power, mechanical and hydraulic subsystems; aerostat hardware and rigging; the tether subsystem; and the aerostat envelope. Operates and maintains enclosed mooring systems and winch vehicles, site power generators, standard motor vehicles, special non-lift manlift vehicles, and forklifts. May be assigned Vehicle Maintenance Officer (VMO) or Quality Control duties. Performs aerostat system preflight and post-flight checks and inspections as required. Directs and performs compressed-gas equipment operations and maintenance, including helium transfers for aerostat inflation and replenishment, and maintains aerostat engine generator sets when applicable. Coordinates resupply and repair logistics for aerostat and mechanical subsystems. May train and certify personnel in selected aerostat procedures and operation of special-purpose vehicles. Directs and performs corrosion control and site facilities maintenance. Serves as a key flight-crew member during inflation, deflation, launch, recovery, and in-flight activities.

Requirements

Five years of mechanical maintenance experience.
High school graduate.
DHS Public Trust security clearance.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

Ensure operation, maintenance, and repair of real property, installed and similar equipment, roads and grounds, utility systems, security systems, fire systems, and environmental protection systems.
Operate aerostat launch and recovery control systems, including backup systems.
Direct and perform corrective and preventive maintenance on aerostat pressure-control, power, mechanical and hydraulic subsystems, hardware and rigging, tether subsystem, and envelope.
Operate and maintain enclosed mooring systems, winch vehicles, site power generators, motor vehicles, special non-lift manlift vehicles, and forklifts.
Perform aerostat preflight and post-flight checks and system inspections.
Direct and perform compressed-gas equipment operations and maintenance, including helium transfers for inflation and replenishment.
Maintain aerostat engine generator sets when applicable.
Coordinate resupply and repair logistics for aerostat and mechanical subsystems.
Train and certify personnel in selected aerostat procedures and operation of special-purpose vehicles, as assigned.
Perform corrosion control and site facilities maintenance.
Participate as a flight-crew member in inflation, deflation, launch, recovery, and in-flight activities.
Perform Vehicle Maintenance Officer or Quality Control duties when assigned.