Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Amentum•Texarkana, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vehicle Mechanic diagnoses, analyzes, and troubleshoots vehicle malfunctions and repairs problems. The role maintains and repairs government vehicles and equipment, completes maintenance tickets and repair orders, and disposes of waste materials in accordance with applicable regulations and laws. The mechanic stays current with vehicle technology and installation procedures and performs work in accordance with manufacturer specifications and applicable safety, quality, environmental, and operational requirements. The position involves inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing a wide range of vehicle systems and equipment, including mechanical, electrical, computer-controlled, and emissions systems. Duties include scheduled and corrective maintenance, equipment installation, state safety and emissions inspections, cost and labor estimates, customer updates, and emergency roadside responses. The mechanic may independently install equipment such as radios, sirens, wire cages, and lights, and may perform vehicle armoring as directed. Work is performed in a typical warehouse environment at Red River Army Depot. The role requires frequent lifting of 20–50 pounds, kneeling, standing, and walking; routine sitting; and constant use of speech and hearing for communication. Employees must remain mentally alert, organize and plan work, and meet deadlines. The mechanic must be available for any shift and willing to work weekends and additional hours as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of experience diagnosing problems, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of light, medium, heavy, and/or specialized automotive equipment, other heavy equipment, and FAV vehicles.
Valid and current state driver's license.
Knowledge of gasoline and diesel vehicle preventive maintenance programs.
Excellent safety operations record and working knowledge of safety standards for motor vehicle mechanical and electrical systems.
Considerable knowledge of motor vehicle and equipment operating systems.
Considerable knowledge of practices and tools used in vehicle and equipment maintenance and diagnostics.
Considerable knowledge of computer, electrical, transistorized, and other non-mechanical systems and how they affect mechanical systems.
Considerable knowledge of standard tools, equipment, test procedures, and practices used to repair and maintain fleet and training vehicles.
Ability to diagnose mechanical and related malfunctions.
Ability to read and understand technical manuals, references, and specifications.
Ability to write routine correspondence, maintenance logs, and order forms.
Ability to complete paperwork associated with vehicle maintenance and repairs.
Ability to manipulate and use hand tools and hydraulic equipment.
Ability to operate a forklift, power tools, wrenches, diagnostic equipment, and jacks.
Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization; U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
Passing a pre-employment drug screen and government background check is required.
Must successfully pass a National Agency Check (NAC) 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 able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Individuals covered by the contract must be registered with the United States Selective Service to access Red River Army Depot.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of frequent lifting of 20–50 pounds, kneeling, standing, and walking.
Must maintain constant mental alertness, possess planning and organizing skills, and be able to work under deadlines.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair government vehicles and equipment.
Complete maintenance tickets, repair orders, paperwork, maintenance logs, and order forms in a timely manner.
Dispose of waste materials in accordance with regulations and applicable laws.
Stay current with vehicle technology and installation procedures.
Inspect, diagnose, and isolate vehicle and equipment malfunctions; troubleshoot and locate defects and causes to determine required repairs.
Repair assigned vehicles and equipment to ensure they are safe and dependable.
Repair vehicle systems and components including lighting, sirens, wheel bearings, radiators, heating and air-conditioning systems, springs, hydraulic systems, catalytic converters, and fuel pumps.
Use onboard computer diagnostics and other test equipment to test automotive computer-control and emissions systems and assess machinery malfunctions.
Interact with customers and keep them informed about vehicle status and repairs needed.
Inspect and test equipment for mechanical defects and replace worn parts.
Remove, replace, adjust, or clean defective parts and components.
Flush radiators and replace antifreeze solutions.
Perform oil changes, check fluids, diagnose tire tread wear, replace batteries, and troubleshoot problems.
Perform engine tune-ups.
Armor vehicles as directed using appropriate techniques and manufacturer specifications.
Repair automotive locks.
As assigned, install vehicle equipment such as radios, sirens, wire cages, and lights.
Perform state vehicle safety and emissions inspections on owned vehicles.
Identify parts, equipment, and supplies needed for repairs and preventive checks.
Estimate costs and labor time for corrective repairs.
Respond to emergency road calls for disabled vehicles, make minor adjustments, or arrange towing for repairs.
Road-test vehicles during and, occasionally, after maintenance or repair work.
Respond to emails and telephone calls and ensure customers have the necessary vehicles and support.
Operate a forklift, power tools, wrenches, diagnostic equipment, jacks, hand tools, and hydraulic equipment as needed.
Complete required safety training and self-aid/buddy-aid responsibilities, participate in emergency response tasks, and serve on safety committees and teams as appropriate.
Comply with Amentum quality policies, quality-system documents, customer contracts, and applicable operational, safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
Perform other position-related duties as assigned or requested.