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Amentum Ground Support Equipment Mechanic in Beaufort, South Carolina
Amentum is currently searching for Ground Support equipment mechanic to work in our MCAS Beaufort, SC Site.
The Ground Support Equipment Mechanic diagnoses malfunctions and repairs Ground Support Equipment (GSE), advises and trains lower grade workers on diagnoses and repair of less complex repair/maintenance problems, inspects and approves completed maintenance actions, solves repair problems by studying drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics, and technical publications; uses automated maintenance data systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions, and analyzes, diagnoses, and repairs GSE using conventional and digital multi-meters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, circuit card testers, transistor testers, and hand tools.
This mechanic maintains Ground Support Equipment, performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on GSE, inspects, tests, and operates GSE to determine equipment serviceability and proper operation, services equipment with fuel, oil, water, coolant, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant, and compressed air, diagnoses mechanical and electronic circuitry malfunctions using visual and auditory senses, test equipment, and technical publications. This worker also does the following: disassembles and assembles malfunctioning GSE accessories and components, removes, disassembles repairs, cleans, treats for corrosion, assembles, and reinstalls GSE components and accessories, stencils and marks GSE in accordance with technical publications, stores, handles, labels, uses, and disposes of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations. This mechanic prepares GSE for storage and mobility deployment; and operates, cleans, inspects, and services GSE towing vehicles. In addition to maintaining vehicle records, this mechanic maintains and updates paper and electronic equipment records, provides dispatch service for GSE, including positioning equipment to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations, practices good housekeeping, tool control, Foreign Object Damage prevention, and safety at all times.
Minimum Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Must be able to speak, read and understand English.
4 years of mechanic experience or trade school equivalent.
Must be able to meet physical requirements associated with and/or pass any medical examination requirements related to performing daily assigned tasks, Respirator, Corrosion Control, and Blasting.
There is a great deal of standing, climbing, bending and stooping. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to obtain an approved status from the Contractor Verification System which includes a 7-year background check and obtain Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) ID for base access.
Must have a valid Driver's License.
Must be able to possess and maintain tools required on a minimum tool listing within 30 days of hire date.
Negative pre-employment drug screening.
Preferred Qualifications:
Military Aviation Support Equipment experience.
Prior GSE operator experience.
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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