Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

About the role

Amentum is looking for a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic to work at its MCAS Cherry Point, NC site. The mechanic diagnoses and repairs GSE, trains lower-level workers, inspects and approves maintenance, and keeps equipment records.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair GSE, using drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics and technical publications
• Use automated maintenance data systems to track trends, record equipment and document maintenance actions
• Use multi-meters, oscilloscopes, circuit card testers and hand tools to diagnose and fix electrical and mechanical faults
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspect, test and operate GSE, and service it with fuel, oil, water, coolant, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant and compressed air
• Disassemble, repair, clean and reassemble GSE components, mark equipment and handle hazardous materials according to environmental regulations
• Prepare GSE for storage and mobility deployment, operate and service GSE towing vehicles, and provide dispatch service for equipment positioning
• Maintain equipment records, practice good housekeeping, tool control and Foreign Object Damage prevention, and follow safety rules

Required profile

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Common Access Card with a 7-year background check
• High school diploma or GED, and ability to speak, read and understand English
• At least 4 years of experience inspecting, maintaining, repairing and modifying powered GSE
• Valid U.S. driver's license and negative pre-employment drug screen
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, stand, climb, bend and stoop, and pass any medical exam for respirator, corrosion control and blasting work
• Must be able to learn the required tools within 30 days of hire

Preferred qualifications

• Military aviation support equipment experience
• Prior GSE operator experience

What we offer

• Pay of $36.30 per hour, with actual pay depending on experience, skills and other factors
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement and parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan, disability and life insurance, pet insurance and tax-saving options