Technician I - Corrosion and Control

Vision Point Systems, Inc. • Oceanside, CA

1d • $23

About The Position

A CST technician inspects, assesses, categorizes, and services military and support equipment utilizing paper and/or electronic checklists. In addition, CST technicians are required to perform surface preparation and touch-up painting, apply corrosion prevention compounds (CPCs), and conduct routine maintenance on application equipment. CST technicians must have a working knowledge of all procedures, responsibilities, and billets within the CST.

Requirements

• Possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Hold or be capable of passing a background check to receive identification credentials through the Defense Biometric Identification System.
• Possess knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Ability to take directions and perform corrective action plans.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Pay strict attention to detail.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Able to understand/follow instructions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work well on a team.
• High School diploma or equivalent, and/or a vocational degree.
• Within 60-days of hire, CST technicians are required to successfully complete CPAC certification.
• CST technicians must complete the Defense Acquisition University, Continuous Learning Module; Corrosion Prevention and Control Overview (CLM 038). Completion of this online course is required within one year of employment and before recertification.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of related experience (military or commercial) is preferred.
• Prior military experience is a preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Follow applicable safety procedures, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Operate Corrosion Prevention Compound (CPC) application equipment, which includes compressors, application guns, grinders, vacuums, etc.
• Apply CPCs on various types of military and support equipment as directed.
• Accurately identify Marine Corps Corrosion Category Codes 1-5, the 4 stages of corrosion, and the correlation between category codes and stages of corrosion.
• Perform equipment corrosion assessments using a paper copy of the Marine Corps CPAC Program Corrosion Assessment Checklist (CAC).
• Perform equipment corrosion assessments using an electronic version of the CAC.
• Perform surface preparation and touch-up procedures on military and support equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance of CPAC equipment.
• Travel as required to perform the duties of the position.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability available free of cost to the employee only; dependents can be added on and paid for by the employee. Voluntary critical illness, accident, and life are available for purchase by the employee.
• 11 paid holidays
• 64 hours of accrued PTO in year one of employment
• 56 hours of accrued sick leave
• 80 hours of vacation after 1 year of employment
• 401k match available after 3 months of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees