Mobile Equipment Body Repairer/Mechanic - Corrosion Prevention and Control

Vision Point Systems •Kaneohe, HI

49d•$27

About The Position

The Mobile Equipment Body Repairer/Mechanic possess working knowledge of equipment body construction, advanced metalworking skills, troubleshooting and diagnosis skills, and the mechanical aptitude to use a wide range of hand and power tools for repair and maintenance work. Incumbents manufacture body components, various brackets and clamps from sheet metal. Operates conventional machinery such as press brake, metal shears, punch press, roll machine, spot welder, welding equipment, punch press, and other shop related equipment. Typical work performed: Incumbent will repair and replace such damaged body components as fenders, panels, windows, and truck beds as well as repair damage to mainframes and body structural members such as door posts, door frames, skeletal frame work, and main support members. The work at this level requires the fitting of body to frame, doors, window channels, hoods, trunk lids and other parts. Additional repairs may include repair of damaged parts such as folds, wrinkles, and large tears in fenders, doors, hoods, and roofs. On occasion, perform duties related to United States marine Corps corrosion prevention and control, which includes but is not limited to: the application of corrosion preventative compounds, surface preparation and touch up, accurately identify Marine Corps category codes 1-5, the four stages of corrosion, and the correlation of category codes and the stages of corrosion. Perform other processes related to the Corrosion Repair Facility, which includes: disassembly and reassembly of equipment, equipment washing, masking, sand blasting, and coating application.

Requirements

Possess a High School diploma or equivalent, and/or a vocational degree.
Previous metal repair/fabrication experience or training

Nice To Haves

Experience working with military equipment is a plus
Knowledge of Marine Corps operations and maintenance practices is a plus.
Knowledge of the Marine Corps CPAC Program is a plus.

Responsibilities

Determine the extent of damage to equipment bodies (e.g., dents, tears, cuts) and the most economical methods for repair
Remove, cut, and reshape damaged metal. The work may involve using welding, filling, sanding, and other techniques to restore the structure
Work on diverse equipment: Tasks are performed on a wide range of military equipment, such as trucks, trailers, engineering equipment, etc.
Independent problem-solving: At this level, the worker must use significant judgment to solve complex problems, often improvising repair procedures or adapting parts for which they were not specifically designed
Operate tools: Use a variety of hand and power tools, including those for cutting, shaping, and grinding metal
Follow technical documents: Interpret blueprints, diagrams, and other drawings to ensure repairs meet specifications
Ensure applicable safety procedures, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are followed in accordance with OSHA regulations
Ensure shop areas and shop equipment are clean and operational, to include the conduct of periodic routine maintenance
On occasion, conduct Corrosion Service Team operations; apply CPCs and operate surface preparation and touch-up equipment to include: compressors, application guns, grinders, vacuums, spray guns, etc.
On occasion, accurately identify Marine Corps equipment Corrosion Category Codes 1-5, the 4 stages of corrosion, and the correlation between category codes and stages of corrosion
As required, travel locally to perform duties of the position
Possess knowledge of metal body construction to determine extent of damage to estimate labor and material requirements
Possess knowledge and skills to use welding and fabricating equipment to reweld body panels, weld metal tears, and use sheet metal machinery to fabricate or modify components and specialized parts
Possess analytical and problem-solving skills to understand work orders, interpret blueprints, and determine material, equipment, and parts requirements
Possess abilities to complete shop mathematics and sheet metal formulas
Able to communicate effectively
Possess a valid state driver's license
Hold or be capable of passing a background check to receive identification credentials through the Defense Biometric Identification System

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability available free of cost to the employee only; dependents can be added on and paid for by the employee. Voluntary critical illness, accident, and life are available for purchase by the employee.
11 paid holidays
64 hours of accrued PTO in year one of employment
56 hours of accrued sick leave
80 hours of vacation after 1 year of employment
401k match available after 3 months of employment

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