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Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic (Electronic Systems)

Southport, North Carolina, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$33.96/hr - $39.67/hr

The U.S. Army is seeking a Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic (Electronic Systems) responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, testing, and repairing major systems of heavy duty equipment. The role involves ensuring safety standards are met and serving as a Contracting Officer's Technical Representative for crane contracts.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Repair and replace electrical systems with cranes safety standards following Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines

Prepare cranes for engineered lifts with 100% capacity utilizing cargo hooks, spreader bars and rigging gear for cargo operations

Conduct electrical inspections to locate and diagnose trouble in electrical systems of diesel-electric locomotives

Make repairs to GEN-SET locomotives, gasoline and diesel engines, DC generators, traction motors, electrical safety devices and wiring systems

Develop scope of work for requesting vendor repairs when repairs are beyond the scope of terminal support facilities

Monitor technical competencies of repair contracts and authorize payments for invoices

Inspect repairs completed by vendors and contractors

Operate a variety of boom cranes, such as rail mounted gantry cranes, container cranes and post-panamax container cranes

Make electrical inspections utilizing troubleshooting test equipment to locate and repair a variety of electrical systems

Qualification

Electrical systems repairTroubleshootingHeavy equipment maintenanceBlueprint readingUse of measuring instrumentsTechnical practicesInterpret instructionsTool maintenance

Required

Ability to do the work of an Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic (Electronic Systems) without more than normal supervision

Ability to perform common Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic (Electronic Systems) duties

Ability to complete major and minor repairs of heavy mobile equipment systems and components to include - but not limited to - electrical and electronic systems; locomotives, diesel engines, generators, rail support equipment, braking systems, shipyard cranes using specialized troubleshooting testing equipment and hand tools of the trade

Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading)

Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment

Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc

Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)

Troubleshooting

Use of measuring instruments

Must have a valid state license and be able to obtain US Government Operator Permit

Must be able to climb to heights in excess of 100 feet

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation

This is a Drug Testing Position. Position requires that employee pass screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and subsequent periodic drug screening thereafter

This position is designated as Key. This position cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization, which requires the incumbent, or designated alternate, to be screened from military recall status

This position has critical safety or security responsibilities

Pre-appointment and annual physical required

May be required to work shift work and overtime as needed. Incumbent will be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays or during emergencies, as required

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time, bending consistently, and working in awkward body positions is required