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Amentum Vehicle Mechanic, Heavy Equipment in Baghdad, Iraq
The Vehicle Mechanic, Heavy Equipment will be based at one of Amentum sites in Iraq and serve the Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract in support of the U.S. Department of State. This position will be responsible for performing heavy vehicle/equipment maintenance and repairs and will report to the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor. The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
DUTIES:
Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.
Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.
Perform responsible preventative maintenance and mechanical repair work related to the maintenance and repair of specialized fire vehicles, heavy vehicles, and equipment to include: checking and adjusting fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, tires, and clutches; change filters and oil and lubricate vehicles and motor driven equipment, maintenance/repairs of all vehicle systems including tire change and wheel balancing.
Tune gas and diesel engines and, as needed, replace spark plugs, fuel filter, injectors, and turbo chargers.
Diagnose problems, disassemble units, repair or replace parts, and reassemble units in the following systems:
Brake System: Repair or replace shoes, pads, drums, hoses, calipers, and cylinders.
Cooling System: Flush radiator, replace hoses and thermostat, repair or replace radiator and water pump. Drive System: Repair and replace drive shaft, differential, axle, transmission, and clutch.
Electrical System: Repair or replace fuses, batteries, lights, instruments, warning devices, controls and switches, computer controls, modules, alternators, starters, and defective cables and wiring.
Exhaust and Emissions Control System: Replace mufflers, manifolds, catalytic converters, and pipes.
Heating and Air Conditioning System: Repair or replace heater cores, condensers, compressors, hoses, and controls; recharge air conditioning systems.
Hydraulic and Air Systems: Repair or replace hoses, valves, cylinders, compressors, and pumps.
Steering and Suspension System: Repair rack and pinion steering systems. Align and balance wheels, repair or replace tie rods, ball joints, gear boxes, shock absorbers, springs, steering linkage, kingpins, power steering, hoses, and pumps.
Overhaul engines, replace engines, and rebuild components.
Fabricate, modify, and install special equipment or replacement parts.
Maintain service logs and records of maintenance on vehicles and motorized equipment.
Keep tools, equipment, and work area clean, organized, and in good working condition.
Assist in training lower-level workers in automotive mechanic techniques as needed.
Road test vehicles.
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.
REQUIRED:
Minimum Acceptable Experience Level: Eight (8) years’ experience working with Heavy Vehicles.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Advanced knowledge of maintenance, supply principals, and support systems for material handling and heavy equipment.
Knowledge of safety precautions related to maintenance of heavy equipment.
Vehicle operation and vehicle safety.
Basic arithmetic and computer usage.
Skill in problem solving and prioritizing.
Work well under pressure and in a demanding working schedule.
Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting automotive functions at an overseas facility.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.
Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.
Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information.
Education: A high school diploma or GED. Vocational diploma or certificate in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance is preferred.
Passport, Licenses and Certifications:
As part of pre-contingency requirements, by the time the visa process starts , candidates must possess a valid passport with a minimum of 18 months remaining to expiration date with 8 blank pages.
Valid drivers’ license.
Security Vetting: Already possess a US Government issued security clearance or Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) or be able to obtain a favorable MRPT certification or US Government clearance prior to being hired is required for the position. Must maintain eligibility at the required certification or clearance level for the duration of the contract.
Language Skills: Satisfactory English proficiency to meet job requirements and to adhere and comply with safety, health, and security measures.
Medical: Successfully complete and pass the medical and dental examinations as required by Amentum and our customer for deployment to Iraq. Must maintain physical and dental requirements for duration of deployment.
DESIRED:
Previous out of home country experience and previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions are a plus.
Experience working with Amentum /PAE.
WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS:
This position may be located in a war zone, in an environment with harsh and dangerous working and living conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly be exposed to extreme and austere desert-like environment. Temperatures can reach 120- 130 degrees Fahrenheit/50-55 degrees Celsius during the summer months. Employees must be willing and able to perform regular job requirements in this austere, extreme environment, as well as willing and able to deploy to Iraq for extended periods. Work schedules are a minimum of 6 days per week and 10 hours per day, while some jobs have higher daily and weekly minimums. Employees must be willing and able to perform physical activities including, but not limited to, heavy lifting and moving of items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum; climbing in and out of equipment; crawling; and working outdoors. This includes being able to lift and carry 40 pounds of personal protective equipment for extended periods of time and being capable of running and ‘duck & cover’ during emergencies without putting oneself or others at risk.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Amentum is a drug-free workplace.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
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