Equipment Mechanic - Hawthorne, Nevada

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are

Quality Work. Quality Results.

Bay West stands at the forefront of the environmental consulting and remediation sector. Our dedication to safety, innovation, and our skilled team has driven us for over fifty years, delivering top-tier environmental consulting, industrial, and emergency response services. At Bay West, you'll be driven to innovate and make a real impact on environmental issues, all while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

This Opportunity

This position is contingent upon contract award and is expected to be based in Hawthorne, Nevada .

As an Equipment Mechanic, you will play a vital role in ensuring the reliability and performance of critical machinery and systems that support munitions and facility operations.

Compensation details will be provided upon contract award.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in machinery and equipment, including compressors, paint booths, drill and hydraulic presses, bolt drivers, conveyor systems, grit blasting equipment, and pneumatic power systems.
• Support production and facility operations by installing new machinery, relocating existing equipment, and realigning machine beds.
• Diagnose issues and repair or replace components such as wheels, shafting, bearings, and related parts.
• Adjust clearances, belt drives, and other mechanical components to ensure proper operation.
• Perform preventive maintenance, equipment overhauls, and general repair work.
• Align and realign gears as required.
• Install tools and fixtures on ordinance equipment.
• Operate shop equipment such as lathes, drill presses, power saws, milling machines, and pedestal grinders to fabricate simple replacement parts, as needed.
• Perform minor AC/DC and oxy-acetylene welding when required.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a strong commitment to personal and team safety.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable environmental permits and regulations.
• Work overtime as required to meet operational needs.
• Maintain regular attendance and reliability.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Active secret clearance is required to be considered for this position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable NCIC III background check.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of Two (2) years’ experience as an Equipment Mechanic or related experience. A combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Must have the mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot machinery, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
• Must be able to identify and use a wide variety of tools and machinery.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain all certifications as required by Amentum’s Master Training Plan.
• Good writing and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to operate a computerized based terminal and literate in common software applications.
• Must be willing to work overtime, varying hours and/or rotating shifts.
• Be detail oriented and able to exercise good judgment in problem solving.
• Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner. Perform safety sensitive duties.
• Must maintain fitness-for-duty standards to perform the essential functions of the position, to include any HWAD drill, contingency and/or emergency requirement.

Travel Requirements

• This role is primarily based on-site in Hawthorne, Nevada, with travel required as needed to support project demands

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods, including standing, walking, and sitting
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds
• Capable of performing repetitive movements such as bending, stooping, crouching, squatting, kneeling, and reaching (including overhead)
• Demonstrate manual dexterity with frequent use of hands for grasping, gripping, and handling tools and equipment
• Ability to safely work in environments with moving machinery, power tools, and other operational hazards
• Must have adequate visual capability, including the ability to distinguish colors, to safely perform job duties

Benefits

Bay West offers a comprehensive benefits package available to eligible employees, including but not limited to paid time off, health insurance options, ancillary benefits to support life at all stages, 401(k), employee assistance programs, and subsidies for professional development.

Bay West is an Equal Opportunity Employer.