Special Purpose Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic

Amentum•Garapan, MP

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Purpose Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic operates, repairs, maintains, and function tests heavy equipment such as 25K aircraft cargo loaders, 60K aircraft cargo loaders, trucks, tractors, graders, bulldozers, front-end loaders, scrapers, motor graders, skid steers, backhoes, dump trucks, and various flightline support vehicles and associated equipment. This role involves conducting mobile maintenance, replacing and repairing various vehicle components, performing heavy equipment maintenance activities including installation, repair, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance. The mechanic will also disassemble and reassemble engines and mechanical units, perform operator care tasks like washing and cleaning, and follow manufacturer guidelines for services and maintenance. Additionally, the role ensures proper care and maintenance of equipment and promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Administrative responsibilities include collecting vehicle and equipment data, conducting annual inventories, engaging with customers on maintenance status, coordinating parts and services with vendors, and inputting data and performing work order processing in computerized maintenance management systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Licensed or trained to operate applicable items of heavy equipment.
Must be experienced in the repair of major systems.
Specialized knowledge and skills in diesel and heavy automotive repair and maintenance.
Skilled in replacing major components and parts on construction equipment.
Practical understanding of theory of hydraulics (Pascal Theory), pulley, and gear ratio.
Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
Knowledge of diagnostics and ability to conduct technical research on the computer.
Must be qualified to work on MHE, 25K, & 60K Aircraft Cargo Loaders.
Must be able to speak, read and write English.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust U.S. Government Clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.
Completed training in Vehicle Maintenance or related field from military technical school or an accredited technical school/college/university.
Certificate of training in 60K-loader maintenance from the AF Education and Training Command (AETC) in-house or Mobile Training Team (MTT) formal course taught by Detachment 1, 345th Training Squadron schoolhouse at Port Hueneme CA, or alternative equivalent civilian training.
2 years’ experience maintaining special purpose-type vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Prefer motor vehicle air conditioning certification and experience.
Prefer knowledge of US military heavy vehicles and equipment, Material Handling Equipment (MHE), OSHA, American National Standards Institute (ANSI), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), military regulations standards, and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) requirements.

Responsibilities

Conducts Mobile Maintenance duties.
Replace and repair hydraulic lines, pneumatic equipment, air conditioning systems, wheels/tires, wipers, and light bulbs.
Perform heavy equipment maintenance activities including installation, repair, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance.
Disassemble and reassemble engines and mechanical units to inspect and diagnose parts using computerized test equipment, calibration devices, gauges, etc.
Replace and rebuild hydraulic cylinders, valves, planetary drive units, suspensions, springs, bushings, and kingpins, seals, and bearings.
Perform operator care such as washing, vacuuming, and cleaning.
Follow manufacturer guidelines on recommended services and maintenance on vehicles.
Ensures proper care and maintenance of equipment; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Collects vehicle and equipment data; conducts 100% inventory annually.
Engage with customers and mission partners on maintenance status weekly.
Coordinate parts and services with vendors daily.
Inputs data and performs work order processing in computerized maintenance management system daily (i.e. MAXIMO and DPAS).
Perform other duties as assigned.