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Amentum is seeking a Crane / WHE System Mechanic to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The Crane / WHE System Mechanic is responsible for performing maintenance, inspections, and repairs on various types of vehicles and heavy equipment, ensuring safe and effective operations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performing maintenance and repair on Non-Tactical Vehicles and Equipment (NTVE), Weight Handling Equipment (WHE), Material Handling Equipment (MHE), and Ordnance Handling Equipment (OHE).
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems on cranes and other WHE or MHE assets.
• Conducting routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Maintaining logs, records, and work orders in compliance with established standards and procedures.
• Utilizing tools, equipment, and diagnostic software to perform effective and safe repairs.
• Complying with workplace safety regulations and ensuring equipment is maintained to operational safety standards.
• Coordinating and communicating with supervisors, team members, and stakeholders on maintenance issues and equipment readiness.
• Staying updated with technical manuals, bulletins, and training for the maintenance and repair of WHE, MHE, NTVE, and OHE systems.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of two (2) years journeyman-level experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair, specifically for NTVE, WHE, MHE, or OHE, as applicable.
• Certifications or formal technical training in heavy equipment maintenance or weight-handling equipment systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems related to heavy equipment operations and repairs.
• Familiarity with inspection and maintenance procedures for cranes and other similar heavy equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport should be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. 
• Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce is preferred.
• Valid country driver’s license (commercial license preferred) and passport.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality: Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance: Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.

Working Environment

This position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remote overseas location supporting U.S. Government operations. Employees may work in office, industrial, warehouse, port, airfield, and outdoor environments and may be exposed to high temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain. Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on operational requirements.

Physical Requirements

 Requirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments. Must be able to meet all medical, security, and deployment requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseas location.