Journeyman - Machinery Maintenance Mechanic

Essential Responsibilities Repair machinery, mechanical or electrical equipment. Examine machines and mechanical equipment to diagnose source of trouble. Dismantle or partly dismantle machines and perform repairs that mainly involve the use of hand tools in scraping and fitting parts. Replace broken or defective parts with items obtained from stock; order the production of a replacement part by a machine shop or send the machine to a machine shop for major repairs; prepare written specifications for major repairs or for the production of parts ordered from machine shops. Reassemble machines and make all necessary adjustments for operation. Converse with equipment operators to ascertain problems with equipment before breakdown, and to determine if breakdown is due to human error or mechanical problems. Test faulty equipment and apply knowledge of functional operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose cause of malfunction. Test electronic components and circuits to locate defects. Replace defective components and wiring and adjust mechanical parts. Align, adjust, and calibrate equipment according to specifications. Calibrate testing instruments. Maintain records of repairs, calibrations, and tests. Enter information into computer to copy program from one electronic component to another, or to draw, modify, or store schematics. Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, process sheets, and assembly and schematic drawings, and receive verbal instructions regarding work assignment. Align and assemble parts such as leads, coils, wires, tabs, and terminals into housing. Route and lace cables. Install components and parts such as switches, coils, transformers, relays, transistors, and semiconductor circuits on chassis, circuit boards, panels, and other units. Route and attach wires and connectors to form circuitry and connect assembly to power supply sources, switch panels, or junction boxes. Attach hardware and seal assembly. Examine parts for defects such as pinholes or chips. Test operate unit to locate defects, measure performance, determine need for adjustment, and verify specified operation. Replace defective components and wiring. Calibrate unit according to specifications. Enter information on production records, logs, and other report forms. Repair defective units rejected by inspection or test personnel. Install and test a variety of electrical lines and circuits to components, devices, and fixtures in military shelters and vans, e.g., distribution boxes, monitoring panels, time and temperature relays, pressure and motor switches, lighting, fans, receptacles, etc. Install wire mold, raceways and/or conduits and fittings, replace or install wires by pulling wire through wire mold or conduit and connecting to electrical fixtures or components, etc. Disassemble, repair, troubleshoot, and/or replace wire mold, wires, and electrical components and devices. Build or fabricate and wire phase meter boxes, power distribution boxes, and other meter boxes as needed. Perform disassembly and assembly work in a number of shelters and vans. Disassembly work includes removing various types of radio equipment, teletype equipment, etc., from racks; unscrewing, removing and tagging the racks; removing raceways, lights, and/or cable if required; replacing rusted bolts; preparing inside shelter for painting by taping and masking areas identified for painting; removing rotted wire, etc. Assembly work involves installing lights, replacing nuts and bolts, installing equipment racks, etc. Participate as a member of a team in the repair and installation of equipment both in-house and on TDY assignments. Perform all other position‑related duties as assigned or requested. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands Shop environment, in which mechanical equipment is operated, is loud and noisy, and some pieces of equipment have exposed moving components. Must be able to stand and bend for long periods. Must be able to push and test vehicles and heavy objects. Routine lifting up to 50 pounds, regular handling, grasping, kneeling and carrying, and constant use of vision and mental alertness is required. Occasional use of safety glasses and hearing protection required. 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 and 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 his or her 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 his or her job. Minimum Requirements High School diploma or equivalent. Journeyman Electrician License. Three years' experience working on industrial equipment and / or three years doing metal fabrication. Be able to obtain and retain a forklift operator's license. Valid state‑issued driver's license. Passing a pre‑employment drug screen and a government background check is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location. Must be able to read, write and speak English. Must be available to work any shift. Willing to work weekends and other hours as needed. Compensation Details $41.16. Benefits Overview Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance. Paid time off and holidays. Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching). Educational reimbursement. Parental leave. Employee stock purchase plan. Tax‑saving options. Disability and life insurance. Pet insurance. Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Location and Work Authorization Work on this contract is performed at the Red River Army Depot. Access to the Depot requires all covered individuals to be registered with the United States Selective Service. For more specific information on registering, please visit Equal Opportunity Employer Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income 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. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters. Fraud Alert Amentum has become aware of unauthorized individuals who are falsely using the Amentum name and /or logo in an attempt to solicit fees from potential job seekers. These deceptive and unauthorized individuals are soliciting money, promising placement in a position with Amentum. Please note any communication requesting any amount of money in exchange for employment with Amentum is fraudulent. These communications do not originate from Amentum and are not associated with the recruitment process. Amentum and its affiliates never charge candidates fees or payments of any kind in order to secure employment. As a precaution, we recommend you do not disclose personal or financial details to anyone as a response to an unsolicited email, social media, or dating website request. Amentum will never ask for a placement fee or any other fee to expedite the hiring process. Amentum personnel will always send email from an identifiable corporate account (ending in @amentum.com) and never from a public email account like Yahoo!, Google, Gmail, or Hotmail. 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