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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.
Job Responsibility:
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
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
Nice to have:
At least two years of related experience (military or commercial) is preferred
Prior military experience is a preferred but not required
What we offer:
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