Mechanical Technician III

JT4 • Las Vegas, NV

5d • Onsite

About The Position

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract (J-Tech II). The Mechanical Technician III analyzes malfunctions and repairs, rebuilds, and maintains ground support equipment, parts, accessories, and systems. Work includes scheduled and unscheduled mechanical maintenance and repair of heavy equipment and mechanical and hydraulic components, as well as equipment testing, servicing, recordkeeping, and hazardous waste disposal.

The position involves work typical of an office environment, along with outdoor duties and exposure to natural weather. Grease or oil may be present on working surfaces. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds is required. The employee must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, work duty days exceeding eight hours, and perform shift and weekend work to meet schedule demands. Travel may be required. A government vehicle is used as needed. This position supports a federal government contract that requires U.S. citizenship.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited two-year technical mechanical institution or equivalent, or have at least eight years of job-related experience.
• Be capable of operating heavy equipment.
• Be able to qualify for and maintain a government security clearance.
• Have a valid state-issued driver's license.
• Be a U.S. citizen, as required for the supporting federal government contract.
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Be able to work duty days exceeding eight hours and perform shift and weekend work as required.
• Be able to meet the position's physical requirements, including occasional lifting up to 50 pounds and general activities such as standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and troubleshoot malfunctions using electronic, digital, and hand tools to diagnose defects.
• Dismantle and examine parts for damage or excessive wear.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled mechanical maintenance and repair on heavy equipment, parts, accessories, systems, mechanical and hydraulic components, bearings, and motors.
• Repair, adjust, or replace defective engines and subassemblies.
• Repair corrosion, weld broken parts and structural components, and apply paint or other protective coatings and finishes to equipment.
• Reassemble equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Realign equipment and re-torque it to required specifications.
• Test overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Service equipment with fuel, oil, water, coolant, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant, and compressed air.
• Maintain equipment records and document maintenance actions.
• Maintain external fuel and grounding systems.
• Dispose of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations.
• Read, understand, and implement operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements in applicable plans, procedures, and policies.
• Perform other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, active on Day 1.
• Life insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan options with an employer match of 50%, up to an 8% contribution, with 100% immediate vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree