Vehicle Mechanic - (VM) WPS III (Iraq)

About the role

The Department of State (DOS) – Secret clearance level is seeking a candidate to support Department of State Worldwide Protective Services III (WPS III) Task Orders (TO) in austere environments. The primary function involves maintaining and conducting repairs on Task Order-assigned vehicles, as well as planning and scheduling maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of assigned vehicles.
• Establish and implement vehicle maintenance plans.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess a minimum of one (1) year of overseas experience in vehicle maintenance.
• Must possess Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)/factory certification for assigned equipment/systems.
• At a minimum must possess three (3) of the certifications listed below:
• Engine repair
• Automatic transmission/transaxle
• Manual drivetrain and axles
• Suspension and steering
• Brakes
• Electrical/electrical systems
• Engine performance

• Must have a valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Must have a valid U.S. Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
• Must be proficient in the ability to speak, write, and communicate in English.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one (1) year of overseas experience in vehicle maintenance.
• Must possess Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)/factory certification for assigned equipment/systems.
• Must possess three (3) of the following certifications:
• Engine repair
• Automatic transmission/transaxle
• Manual drivetrain and axles
• Suspension and steering
• Brakes
• Electrical/electrical systems
• Engine performance

• Must have a valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Must have a valid U.S. Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
• Must be proficient in the ability to speak, write, and communicate in English.

Skills

• Proficiency in English.

Benefits

• Training (Paid Training): Attend and successfully complete the DOS Non-Protective Security Specialist Basic.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

N/A

Location

Location: Erbil, Iraq

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

• Must be approved for a Department of State Medical Clearance.
• Must be able to do the following: walk, squat, crawl, run, quickly enter/exit vehicles, maneuver around obstacles, carry heavy equipment and personnel, and operate mission‑essential issued equipment requiring dexterity.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods with minimal breaks.
• Must possess no medical or physical impediments to traveling overseas to and within countries considered dangerous or unhealthy.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.