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GSE Mechanic (Aviation) CBA - JBLM, WA

Amentum · Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagement$43.78–$45.31/hrFull-time

About the Role

Diagnoses malfunctions and repairs Ground Support Equipment (GSE). Advises and trains lower grade workers on diagnosis and repair of less complex repair/maintenance problems. Inspects and approves completed maintenance actions. Solves repair problems by studying drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics, and technical publications. Uses automated maintenance data systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions.

Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on GSE. Inspects, tests, and operates GSE to determine equipment serviceability and proper operation. Services equipment with fuel, oil, water, coolant, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant, and compressed air. Diagnoses mechanical and electronic circuitry malfunctions using visual and auditory senses, test equipment, and technical publications. Disassembles and assembles malfunctioning GSE accessories and components. Removes, disassembles, repairs, cleans, treats for corrosion, assembles, and reinstalls GSE components and accessories. Stencils and marks GSE in accordance with technical publications.

Stores, handles, labels, uses, and disposes of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations. Prepares GSE for storage, mobility deployment, and operates, cleans, inspects, and services GSE towing vehicles. Maintains vehicle records and updates paper and electronic equipment records. Provides dispatch service for GSE, including positioning equipment to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations. Practices good housekeeping, tool control, foreign object damage prevention, and safety at all times.

When qualified and assigned for crane operator duties, must comply with OSHA 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction, Subpart CC: Cranes & Derricks in Construction 1926.1427 (Operator qualification and certification). Must have a valid and current state motor vehicle operator’s license for the size and class of vehicle to be driven, a safe driving record, and no history of serious traffic violations. Capable of using Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) for job duties as required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Specialized training courses are desirable.
  • Must be able to inspect, repair, and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
  • Must be able to operate a government general-purpose vehicle.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of work experience related to individual specialty code.

Clearance Requirements

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI (T1) Public Trust Security Clearance.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
  • US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization to work at this facility.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a shop environment that is moderately lighted, heated, and ventilated. Exposure to disagreeable fumes, cuts, and bruises from using tools in close spaces, and hazards of moving vehicles such as forklifts and sweepers in the shop area.

  • Regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
  • Frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
  • Occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance, and taste or smell.
  • Frequently lifts items weighing 15-25 pounds and occasionally in excess of 45 pounds.
  • Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and vibration.
  • Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; and risk of electrical shock.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Pay

Hiring hourly rate of pay: $43.78 - $45.31 (Hourly rate set by CBA).

Benefits

  • Bi-weekly paid time off accrual:
    • 4.92 hours (0 to less than 60 months of service)
    • 6.45 hours (60 months but less than 120 months of service)
    • 7.99 hours (120 months but less than 240 months of service)
    • 8.77 hours (240 months or more of service)
  • 11 paid holidays (outlined in CBA).
  • Sick leave: 56 hours per year (1.08 hours weekly / 2.16 hours bi-weekly accrual).
  • 401K with company matching.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Flexible spending programs (FSA/HSA).
  • Employee stock option purchasing program.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and AD&D.
  • Well-being programs and employee assistance programs.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Voluntary benefits including identity protection, pet insurance, legal services, commuter benefits (where applicable), and student loan programs.

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