Motor Equip Body Mech, Metal

Amentum•Texarkana, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Motor Equipment Metal Mechanic (Motor Vehicle Body Repairer) repairs and reconditions bodies and body parts of automobiles, buses, light trucks, and other mobile or non-mobile equipment. Work includes removing and replacing damaged body components, repairing dents and frames, fabricating and installing metal parts, welding, and refinishing repaired surfaces. The mechanic may also perform related tasks such as aiming headlights, aligning wheels, and bleeding hydraulic brake systems. Assignments involve planning and carrying out projects of limited scope or portions of larger projects. A supervisor outlines objectives, requirements, and design approaches, and reviews completed work for technical adequacy and compliance with requirements. The mechanic may plan schedules, assist with directing or training other technicians, and receive technical guidance from supervisors or subject matter experts. Duties are varied. The position performs journeyman welding and metal fabrication in maintenance and repair shops. Work is planned and scheduled from authorized work orders, including Maintenance Work Order Requests (MWORs). The mechanic performs quality assurance and quality control, troubleshooting, and problem resolution, and may respond to emergencies. The role is based in a typical shop environment and requires working under deadlines, maintaining safety and quality standards, and complying with operational, safety, quality, and environmental procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, specific training, and thorough knowledge in the particular area of facility maintenance, plus broad knowledge of other disciplines such as general mathematics.
At least five years of documented, verifiable work experience in the metal mechanic field.
Must pass a pre-employment test of structural welding abilities based on customer requirements, prints, and materials used.
Good written and spoken communication and analytical skills.
Working knowledge of basic computer systems and software programs.
Valid and current state driver's license.
Ability to understand and use technical manuals.
Ability to manipulate and use hand tools and hydraulic equipment.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and government background check.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials or authorization; U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials or authorization at this work location.
Must successfully pass a National Agency Check within 60 days of hire if required.
Must be available for any shift and willing to work weekends and other hours as needed.
Must be registered with the United States Selective Service to access the Red River Army Depot.
Must be able to work under deadlines and possess planning and organizing skills.
Frequent lifting of 20–50 pounds and the ability to kneel, stand, and walk are required.

Responsibilities

Repair damaged vehicle bodies and body parts using repair manuals, hand tools, and power tools.
Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window or seat-operating equipment, and trim to access damaged body areas.
Remove dents, fill depressions, and remove and replace damaged fenders, panels, grills, and other components.
Straighten bent frames and file, grind, sand, and refinish repaired surfaces.
Aim headlights, align wheels, bleed hydraulic brake systems, and paint surfaces after body repairs as needed.
Perform journeyman welding in maintenance and repair shops on parts and bodies for mobile industrial equipment.
Plan, lay out, fabricate, assemble, install, modify, and repair metal body parts for equipment.
Install items required by authorized Maintenance Work Order Requests, including cabs, cowls, aprons, doors, bodies, hoods, metal containers, and frames.
Coordinate work and provide on-the-job assistance or limited technical direction to employees performing similar work.
Plan and schedule work from authorized work orders and perform quality assurance and quality control during and after work.
Troubleshoot and resolve routine and non-routine problems.
Respond to emergencies and provide assistance appropriate to skills, knowledge, and ability.
Train or assist lower-level technicians as needed.
Complete paperwork associated with vehicle maintenance and repairs.
Follow safety, quality, operational, and environmental requirements; complete required training and participate in applicable emergency response and safety activities.
Perform other position-related duties as assigned or requested.