Special Purpose Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic

Amentum•San Antonio, TX

19h•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 duties, 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, rebuild hydraulic components, and perform operator care tasks like washing and cleaning vehicles. Following manufacturer guidelines for services and maintenance, ensuring proper care and maintenance of equipment, and promoting continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices are key aspects of the position. 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 into a computerized maintenance management system.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Licensed or trained to operate applicable items of heavy equipment.
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.
Prolonged standing, moderate walking, repeated bending, and climbing, overhead work, working in cramped positions, lifting, pulling and pushing weights up to 100 pounds.
Good vision (corrected or uncorrected) and good hearing (with or without a hearing aid) required.
Normal color vision.

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

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.
Conducts Mobile Maintenance duties.
Replaces and repairs hydraulic lines, pneumatic equipment, air conditioning systems, wheels/tires, wipers, and light bulbs.
Performs heavy equipment maintenance activities including installation, repair, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance.
Disassembles and reassembles engines and mechanical units to inspect and diagnose parts using computerized test equipment, calibration devices, gauges, etc.
Replaces and rebuilds hydraulic cylinders, valves, planetary drive units, suspensions, springs, bushings, and kingpins, seals, and bearings.
Performs operator care such as washing, vacuuming, and cleaning.
Follows 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.
Engages with customers and mission partners on maintenance status weekly.
Coordinates parts and services with vendors daily.
Inputs data and performs work order processing in computerized maintenance management system daily (i.e. MAXIMO and DPAS).
Performs other duties as assigned.
Adheres to environmental, safety, and health standards related to the activity, including the wearing of all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Notifies lead, supervisor, or manager of all unsafe conditions.