Emergency Vehicle Technician Job at Amentum (Baghdad)

Job Description

The Emergency Vehicle Technician will be based at US Embassy, Baghdad in support of the U.S. Department of State. This position will be responsible for providing preventative maintenance and mechanical repair work related to the maintenance and repair of specialized fire vehicles, heavy fire apparatus, and related mechanical equipment and will report to the Site Services Manager. The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Job Responsibility

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
Determine preventative maintenance needs and provide necessary maintenance and repairs for all fire vehicles, including heavy fire apparatus, and equipment
Check operating efficiency of fire vehicles, heavy fire apparatus, and fire mechanical equipment
Determine stock needs and order and maintain replacement parts and supplies
Repair and adjust engines, transmissions, brake systems, hydraulic systems, water pumps, and accessories
Ensure pump systems provide appropriate volumes of water at specified pressures during periodic and required annual pump testing
Tune engines: clean, repair, and replace fuel systems, pumps, strainers, fuel lines, fuel tanks, gauges, and wires
and recondition electrical systems
Perform general maintenance of all fire equipment, including oiling and lubricating various components
Perform heavy vehicle systems and component failure analyses
Perform maintenance/repairs on all systems for vehicles under shop maintenance including tire change and wheel balancing
Ensure fire apparatus conforms to National Fire Protection Association (N.F.P.A.) standards
Respond to emergency callouts and mutual aid requests for mechanic services and perform emergency field repairs on fire apparatus and related equipment
Provide input to staff regarding budget, equipment utilization, equipment replacement, and equipment needs
Develop specifications for new fire apparatus and equipment
Provide for overall management of the Fire Department fleet of emergency response apparatus, and staff/support vehicles
Provide direction to the Mechanic Apprentice, temporary assistants, and/or interns in shop related duties
Provide classroom and hands-on instruction to Fire Department personnel pertaining to maintenance and operation of fire apparatus and related equipment
Attend regular training to maintain basic and advanced skills and certifications
Assist the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor in identifying appropriate training opportunities for Heavy Vehicle Mechanics and the Apprentice Mechanic with a goal of providing succession training
Perform related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required
Maintain service logs and records of maintenance on vehicles and motorized equipment
Keep tools, equipment, and work area clean, organized, and in good working condition
May assist in training lower-level workers in automotive mechanic techniques
Road test vehicles
Complete records, maintain tools and equipment, and perform various clean-up activities
Observe and follow all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

Five (5) years’ experience as an Emergency Vehicle Technician or ten (10) years’ experience as a vehicle mechanic
Certified Emergency Vehicle Technician with valid certificate
Knowledge of methods and tools used in repair and maintenance of fire vehicle apparatus, including diesel engines, fire pumps, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems
Knowledge of basic record keeping and work order system procedures
Working knowledge of diagnostic software as it relates to general automotive fleet, fire apparatus and heavy vehicle equipment
Knowledge of N.F.P.A. standards for commercial and fire vehicles
Ability to operate and drive a variety of fire vehicles and equipment
Ability to understand, diagnose, and repair modern fire apparatus electrical systems, including computerized engine, transmission and brake systems
Ability to use mechanic tools and diagnostic equipment with skill and safety
Ability to plan, organize, assign, and coordinate the work of assigned staff
Knowledge of automotive repairs and maintenance
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer services
Ability to follow directions
Ability to lift about 50lbs heavy parts and equipment
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance or required duties
Basic computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite applications and computerized fleet work order systems
Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting vehicle maintenance functions at an overseas facility
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
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team
Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change
Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information
Valid passport with a minimum of 18 months remaining to expiration date with 8 blank pages
Valid drivers’ license and valid truck drivers’ license
Must be able to obtain and maintain Secret US Government Clearance
US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance
Satisfactory English proficiency to meet job requirements and to adhere and comply with safety, health, and security measures
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

Nice to have

Relevant overseas automotive mechanical experience
Hands-on experience working with equipment manufactured by OSHKOSH or E-One is highly desirable
Supervisory experience
Previous out of home country experience and previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions are a plus
Experience working overseas

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