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 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.

Skills

• Vehicle maintenance skills.
• Preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Vehicle maintenance planning.
• English proficiency.

Benefits

• Training (Paid Training): Attend and successfully complete the DOS Non-Protective Security Specialist Basic.
• Medical Clearance: Must be approved for a Department of State Medical Clearance.
• Travel: Must be able to travel long distances in airplanes, helicopters, and road vehicles.
• Physical Requirements: 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.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about schedule are not specified in the job posting.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.