What are the responsibilities and job description for the Depot Technician position at BARRETT?
Depot Technician
Position Summary:
To ensure the safe function of firearms through careful repair and maintenance, in strict accordance with laws. Using in-depth knowledge of new and used firearms, provide customization services requested by customers or in-house. Repair and mount scopes to rifles.
Essential Duties and Responsibilitie: Other duties may be assigned
- Perform overhaul, maintenance, and repair of our rifles as requested by customers or in-house.
- Disassemble rifles, examine critical parts for wear or damage, using micrometers and precision gauges.
- Obtain needed replacement parts.
- Reassemble the rifle.
- Modify rifles by replacing old parts with new parts of modified design.
- Make changes to rifles such as reaming out a hole or smoothing off rivet heads.
- Repair and maintenance of scopes.
- Customizations including mounting of scopes.
- Removal of corrosion from rifles.
- Diagnosis and repair of firing and trigger problems.
- Replacement of worn barrels.
- Maintain records according to ATF guidelines.
- Perform other duties as directed by supervisor or management.
Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Skills acquired through an apprenticeship are required.
- Experience and skill in the use of precision gauges and measuring instruments such as micrometers, optical comparators, and bore scopes required.
- Associates degree or certificate in Firearms Repair preferred.
- Previous military experience: Army 91F (Small Arms Repairer), USMC 2111 (Small Arms Repairer/Technician), Navy Gunner's Mate preferred.
About You
With strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working collaboratively. You have a customer-focused approach and a passion for delivering efficient solutions.
- Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all laws regulated by the ATF.
- Requires a knowledge of weapons mechanical systems.
- Ability to recognize and determine the best method to correct malfunctions.
- Able to apply experience and skill in the use of precision gauges and measuring instruments such as micrometers, optical comparators, and bore scopes.
- Possess the skill to fit and adjust mechanical parts and assemblies.
- Ability to work with firearms under state and federal guidelines.
What makes Barrett an exceptional workplace?
Our people are our greatest asset and we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and family-like work culture, accompanied by a variety of attractive benefits including:
A flexible and adaptable work style.
Meaningful recognition and bi-weekly pay cycles.
Ongoing growth through learning, mentoring, training and career progression opportunities.
About Us
Barrett is a global leader in large-caliber rifle design and manufacturing, proudly headquartered in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. For over 40 years, we’ve been at the forefront of innovation, starting with Ronnie Barrett’s revolutionary Model 82, which earned praise from the U.S. Army and set the standard for modern firearms.
Our products serve civilian sport shooters, law enforcement agencies, the U.S. military, and over 80 allied nations. As part of the NIOA Group, we continue to push the boundaries of precision, performance, and innovation.
At Barrett, we don’t just build firearms—we craft solutions that stand the test of time and exceed expectations. "There’s always a better way" is our mantra, guiding us to continuously improve and evolve our designs to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
If you are seeking a new challenge and would enjoy the opportunity to work in a fast paced and customer focussed business, click on the APPLY NOW button and submit your application.
For further information please visit https://barrett.net/ and https://www.nioa.com.au/
Additional Screening
By applying for this role, you accept that the following checks will occur for the successful candidate:
Background Checks
Pre-employment physical
Drug & Alcohol Testing
Permanent working rights and availability to work in the United States
Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Skills acquired through an apprenticeship are required.
- Experience and skill in the use of precision gauges and measuring instruments such as micrometers, optical comparators, and bore scopes required.
- Associates degree or certificate in Firearms Repair preferred.
- Ability to work with firearms under state and federal guidelines.
- Previous military experience: Army 91F (Small Arms Repairer), USMC 2111 (Small Arms Repairer/Technician), Navy Gunner's Mate preferred.
This position is currently accepting applications.
