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Heavy Equipment Mechanic- Turret 2.1

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Amentum

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior (5-8 years)
  • Mannheim

AI generated summary

  • You must have experience in heavy equipment maintenance, proficiency in turret systems, and knowledge of mechanical troubleshooting and repair. Strong attention to detail is essential.
  • You will inspect, repair, and maintain heavy equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Troubleshoot mechanical issues and conduct routine servicing to enhance reliability and efficiency.

Requirements

  • High School graduate or equivalent.
  • 6 years’ experience as a mechanic is required.
  • 4 years’ specialized experience working with heavy equipment track vehicles equivalent to the M1A2, M2A3, M109A6.
  • Army MOS 91A/91M/91P is preferred.
  • Must be able to meet and maintain all base access security requirements.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a US Passport.
  • Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
  • Must have the ability to analyze and interpret U.S. Army Technical Manuals with relation to vehicle maintenance and repair.
  • May be required to obtain a military driver’s license (OF 346).
  • Stooping, sitting, kneeling, standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds by themselves-51+ with the assistance of another person, touching dexterity (hand and finger), carrying, clear seeing-general, close vision, color perception, clear speech, driving vehicle, moving objects.
  • Ability to perform job duties efficiently and effectively up to a 48-hour work week.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to stand.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions.
  • The employee may be exposed to situations where risk of electrical shock and vibration exist.
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of radiation.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Responsibilities

  • - Diagnoses system malfunctions, isolate causes, and correct deficiencies.
  • - Dismantles and reassembles equipment, using Technical Manuals (TM).
  • - Inspects, repairs, and replaces components, engines, transmissions, and sub-assemblies.
  • - Identifies parts in repair manuals and places order request for needed parts.
  • - Performs scheduled services on equipment fleet.
  • - Performs road test on vehicles after repairs and services have been completed.
  • - Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.
  • - Performs other duties as assigned.
  • - Maintain a daily timesheet and daily manning report and ensuring times are accurate.
  • - All APS-2 contractor mechanics are expected to provide their own basic mechanics tool set.

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of the Heavy Equipment Mechanic position?

The primary purpose of the Heavy Equipment Mechanic position is to perform field and sustainment level maintenance and recovery on various military vehicles, including the M1, M2, M109, M992, and M88 families. This includes working on automotive, turret, hull, armament systems, fire control systems, and chemical protection subsystems.

What are the essential duties and responsibilities of the Heavy Equipment Mechanic?

The essential duties and responsibilities include diagnosing malfunctions, dismantling and reassembling equipment using Technical Manuals, inspecting and repairing components, performing scheduled services, conducting road tests on vehicles after repairs, maintaining accurate records, and requesting needed parts.

What are the minimum qualifications required for this position?

The minimum qualifications include being a high school graduate or equivalent, having 6 years of experience as a mechanic, and 4 years of specialized experience with heavy equipment track vehicles equivalent to the M1A2, M2A3, and M109A6. Preferred qualifications include having an Army MOS 91A/91M/91P.

What additional requirements must candidates meet?

Candidates must meet base access security requirements, obtain facility credentials/authorization (which requires U.S. citizenship), and have or be able to obtain a U.S. Passport.

What specialized skills are necessary for this job?

Specialized skills required include the ability to speak, read, write, and understand English, as well as the ability to analyze and interpret U.S. Army Technical Manuals related to vehicle maintenance and repair.

What physical demands are associated with this role?

The physical demands include stooping, sitting, kneeling, standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds independently (51+ with assistance), and performing various manual tasks. The role requires clear vision, dexterity, and the ability to drive vehicles.

What is the work environment like for this position?

The work environment typically involves exposure to loud noise levels, moving mechanical parts, high places, outdoor weather conditions, and potential risks from electrical shock, fumes, or airborne particles.

Are there any specific tools required for this job?

Yes, all APS-2 contractor mechanics are expected to provide their own basic mechanic's tool set.

What does the disclaimer in the job description signify?

The disclaimer signifies that the position description outlines the general nature and level of work expected but is not exhaustive. Employees may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Is Amentum an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunity for employment regardless of various protected categories, as long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

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