Technician I - Corrosion and Control

Vision Point Systems, Inc. • Oceanside, CA

6h • Hybrid

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. This role involves travel to various locations on Camp Pendleton, local bases such as Miramar and 29 Palms, and potentially longer-term travel as requested by the client. Hiring for 2 positions.

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.
• Must have a US Passport, Real ID, or a driver's license and social security card/original-notarized birth certificate.
• 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.
• Successfully complete CPAC certification within 60-days of hire.
• Complete the Defense Acquisition University, Continuous Learning Module; Corrosion Prevention and Control Overview (CLM 038) 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.
• Report to different locations on Camp Pendleton at various intervals.
• Travel to local bases such as Miramar and on occasion, 29 Palms.
• Potentially travel longer term when requested by the client.

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 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: 11-50 employees