The Appliance Mechanic, Lead will be based at Amentum site 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 servicing and maintaining all site facility appliances and will report to the Appliance 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. 

• Assign, coordinate, and establish priority tasks and direct other Appliance Mechanics. 

• Perform work required for the preventive maintenance, condition monitoring, repair, installation and modernization of all commercial and residential appliances, including: 

• Refrigerators, stoves, ovens, microwaves and dishwashers. 

• Washers and dryers. 

• Commercial refrigeration units. 

• Repair malfunctions by such methods as replacing heating elements, fuses, and replacing defective wiring, cleaning and repairing motors and components.  

• Test electrical appliance components such as motors, heating elements, and controls for safety and efficiency, using standard test equipment and by observing functions.  

• Install appliances, wiring conduits, motors and other electrical and mechanical equipment.  

• Inspect appliance circuits for specified shielding and grounding.  

• Report daily appliance malfunctions or lack of compliance with Statement of Work (SOW) to the HVACR Supervisor.  

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance inspections on appliance. 

• Assist in developing the Statement of Work (SOW) when requested including diagrams and specifications in compliance with OSHA and National Electric Code (NEC) standards. 

• Maintain effective, timely and respectful communication and interaction with other employees, managers, and supports other organizations.  

• Perform other administrative tasks including material ordering, inventorying, and work scheduling. 

• Collect, analyze, and summarize data for report preparation and submits written reports. 

• Responsible for facility custodianship of work area and management of tools, equipment and spare parts. 

• Take initiative to analyze a situation and to make frequent technical decisions based on specifications, safety and electrical codes.  

• Evaluate operational effectiveness and develop/maintain effective operational control mechanisms. 

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. 

REQUIRED: 

• Minimum Acceptable Experience Level:  

• Three (3) years’ repair experience in operations and maintenance appliance services– commercial appliance experience preferred. 

• Two (2) years’ operations and maintenance (O&M) experience in an overseas setting.  

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

• Knowledge of applicable U.S. Codes and accepted trade practices.  

• Knowledge and experience regarding occupational hazards of the electrical and mechanical trades and related safety precautions.  

• Skill required for the installation, maintenance, and repair of appliance systems and equipment.  

• Good organizational, time management, and communication skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.  

• Knowledge of all principles and processes involved in supporting contract responsibilities at an overseas facility. 

• Experience providing excellent customer services. 

• 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. 

• Computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel. 

• Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team. 

• Must have the 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.  

• Licenses: Valid drivers’ license from Home of Record. 

• 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. 

• Citizenship: Must be eligible for US Government Clearance. 

• 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 is highly desirable and previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions is a plus. 

• Experience working with Amentum. 

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.