Motor Equipment Metal Mechanic, 1CD CARC
About The Position
Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) is seeking a Motor Equipment Metal Mechanic to work on-site in Fort Hood, Texas. The position repairs containers by welding and may repair damaged vehicle bodies and body parts, including those of automobiles, buses, and light trucks. Work is performed according to repair manuals using hand and power tools. The role may involve removing vehicle components to access body and fender areas; repairing dents and depressions; replacing damaged body parts; straightening frames; preparing and refinishing repaired surfaces; and performing related vehicle tasks such as aiming headlights, aligning wheels, and bleeding hydraulic brake systems. The position is contingent upon funding, and selected applicants cannot begin work until funding is confirmed. The stated pay is $21.90 per hour, plus $5.09 per hour in health and welfare pay.
Requirements
- Three years of combined welding and automotive experience.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background screening.
- Ability to receive a favorable Tier 1 investigation.
- Commercial driver's license with passenger endorsement.
Nice To Haves
- ASE certification preferred.
- Certified Welder credential recognized by the American Welding Society.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Valid driver's license preferred.
Responsibilities
- Repair containers by welding.
- Repair damaged bodies and body parts of automobiles, buses, and light trucks according to repair manuals.
- Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window and seat-operating equipment, and trim to access vehicle body and fender areas.
- Remove dents using a block and hammer, and fill depressions with solder or other plastic material.
- Remove damaged fenders, panels, and grills using wrenches and a cutting torch, and bolt or weld replacement parts into place.
- Straighten bent frames using a hydraulic jack and pulling device.
- File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces using power and hand tools.
- Refinish repaired surfaces using a paint spray gun and sander; may paint surfaces after body repairs.
- Aim headlights, align wheels, and bleed hydraulic brake systems.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits.
- Competitive pay.
- Growth opportunities.
- Retirement options.
- Hourly health and welfare pay of $5.09.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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