Motor Vehicle Mechanic (OPFOR)

Amentum•Fort Polk, LA

21d•$28•Onsite

About The Position

The Motor Vehicle Mechanic performs a variety of repairs and services to maintain motor vehicles, duties that require an understanding of intermediate vehicle maintenance. This role involves repairing, rebuilding, or overhauling major assemblies of internal combustion automobiles, including military vehicles. The mechanic will diagnose system malfunctions, isolate causes, and determine the extent of repairs required. Responsibilities include replacing worn or broken parts, grinding and adjusting valves, overhauling transmissions, and repairing fuel injection, lighting, and ignition systems. The mechanic will also dismantle and reassemble equipment using Technical Manuals, lifting devices, hand and pneumatic tools, ensuring all work complies with applicable Technical Manuals and Army regulations. The position may involve directing workers in cleaning parts and assisting with assembly/disassembly, and recommending revisions to maintenance procedures to improve efficiency and quality.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization
US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location
High school diploma or equivalent
Five or more years’ experience and specific knowledge in vehicle maintenance either through schooling, to include a formal apprenticeship or equivalent, and/or verifiable on the job experience
Must know theory and principles of engine operations and accessories and components
Must have or be able to obtain site forklift and other licenses/certifications as needed to perform duties
Must have a valid and current state driver’s license
Must be able to operate a government general-purpose vehicle
Must be able to inspect, repair, and operate a diverse range of vehicles
Must be able to complete paperwork associated with vehicle maintenance and repairs
Must be able to manipulate and use hand tools and hydraulic equipment
Must possess basic computer skills
Must have the ability to read, interpret, and apply Technical Manual instructions, publications, and safety rules
Must be able to read, interpret and use vehicle maintenance manuals, service bulletins, wiring/schematic diagrams, data tables and other specifications to determine feasibility and method to repair or replace malfunctioning or damaged components
Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to work in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Maintenance and repair of military tactical vehicles, as well as lawn mower (push, riding, zero turn), ATV, side by side, HMMWV, light wheeled trailers, LMTV, FMTV, medium wheeled trailers
ASE and/or Diesel Mechanic Certifications
Experience in field repairs and recovery

Responsibilities

Repairs, rebuilds, or overhauls major assemblies of internal combustion automobiles including military vehicles
Diagnoses system malfunctions, isolate causes, and determines the extent of repairs required to correct deficiencies
Replaces worn or broken parts such as piston rings, bearings, or other engine parts
Grinds and adjusts valves
Rebuilds carburetors
Overhauls transmissions
Repairs fuel injection, lighting, and ignition systems
Dismantles and reassembles equipment, using Technical Manuals, lifting devices, hand and pneumatic tools
Performs all work in accordance to the applicable Technical Manual for the vehicle and work assigned
May direct workers engaged in cleaning parts and assisting with assembly and disassembly of equipment
May recommend revision to internal maintenance procedures to improve efficiency and ensure quality workmanship within Army regulations
Must be able recognize and know proper usage of a variety of automotive tools
Performs all other position related duties as assigned or requested