Technician I - Corrosion and Control

Vision Point Systems, Inc. is currently recruiting for a Technician I to work at a customer location in Kaneohe Bay, HI. The CST technician provides support to the CST assistant team lead and team lead. The job description of a CST technician involves the completion of preventive maintenance, the ability to work well on a team, and strong problem-solving skills.

Position Description:

A CST technician inspects, assesses, categorizes, and services military and support equipment utilizing paper and/or electronic checklists. In addition, CST technicians are required to perform surface preparation and touch-up painting, apply corrosion prevention compounds (CPCs), and conduct routine maintenance on application equipment. CST technicians must have a working knowledge of all procedures, responsibilities, and billets within the CST.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a CPAC Service Technician:

• Follow applicable safety procedures, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Operate Corrosion Prevention Compound (CPC) application equipment, which includes compressors, application guns, grinders, vacuums, etc.
• Apply CPCs on various types of military and support equipment as directed.
• Accurately identify Marine Corps Corrosion Category Codes 1-5, the 4 stages of corrosion, and the correlation between category codes and stages of corrosion.
• Perform equipment corrosion assessments using a paper copy of the Marine Corps CPAC Program Corrosion Assessment Checklist (CAC).
• Perform equipment corrosion assessments using an electronic version of the CAC.
• Perform surface preparation and touch-up procedures on military and support equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance of CPAC equipment.
• Travel as required to perform the duties of the position.

Requirements

• Possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Hold or be capable of passing a background check to receive identification credentials through the Defense Biometric Identification System.
• Possess knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Ability to take directions and perform corrective action plans.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Pay strict attention to detail.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Able to understand/follow instructions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work well on a team.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• During short-durations, CST technicians are required to lift to 50 pounds safely.
• During moderate-durations, CST technicians are required to mount and dismount military and support equipment of varying heights safely.
• During long-durations, CST technicians are required to work in outdoor weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, etc.).
• During long-durations, CST technicians are required to wear and use company provided personal protective equipment (PPE), which includes but is not limited to: safety goggles, hand protection, and respirator equipment, etc.

Note: On a given day, CST technicians are required to wear either a dust mask or fitted respirator (depending upon the task performed) to apply Corrosion Preventive Compounds (CPCs) and/or Surface Preparation and Touch-Up Paint. The employer will ensure service technicians undergo an annual OSHA 1910.134 App A Quantitative Respirator Fit Test.

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent, and/or a vocational degree.
• At least two years of related experience (military or commercial) is preferred.
• Prior military experience is a preferred but not required.

Within 60-days of hire, CST technicians are required to successfully complete CPAC certification. CST technicians must complete the Defense Acquisition University, Continuous Learning Module; Corrosion Prevention and Control Overview (CLM 038). Completion of this online course is required within one year of employment and before recertification.

Benefits

-Pay = $21.00-23.00/hr DOE

-Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability available free of cost to the employee only; dependents can be added on and paid for by the employee. Voluntary critical illness, accident, and life are available for purchase by the employee.

-11 paid holidays

-64 hours of accrued PTO in year one of employment

-56 hours of accrued sick leave

-80 hours of vacation after 1 year of employment

-401k match available after 3 months of employment

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.