ValCorp is seeking an experienced Motor Vehicle Mechanic to diagnose, repair, rebuild, and overhaul motor vehicles and military equipment in support of the Fort Polk mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair, rebuild, or overhaul major assemblies of internal-combustion automobiles and military vehicles.

• Diagnose system malfunctions, isolate causes, and determine the extent of repairs required.

• Replace worn or broken engine parts; grind and adjust valves; rebuild carburetors; and overhaul transmissions.

• Repair fuel-injection, lighting, and ignition systems.

• Dismantle and reassemble equipment using technical manuals, lifting devices, and hand and pneumatic tools.

• Perform assigned work in accordance with applicable technical manuals, safety requirements, and quality standards.

• Support assembly and disassembly activities and recommend maintenance-procedure improvements when appropriate.

• Complete required maintenance records and perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain required facility credentials or authorization.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Five or more years of vehicle-maintenance experience through formal schooling, apprenticeship, equivalent training, or verifiable on-the-job experience.

• Knowledge of engine operating theory, components, accessories, diagnostic methods, and repair practices.

• Valid and current state driver's license and ability to operate a government general-purpose vehicle.

• Ability to obtain site forklift and other required licenses or certifications.

• Ability to read and apply technical manuals, service bulletins, diagrams, data tables, publications, and safety rules.

• Ability to manipulate hand tools and hydraulic equipment and complete required maintenance paperwork.

• Basic computer skills and ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Must provide and maintain their own General Mechanics Toolbox suitable for performing all assigned maintenance and repair duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and repairing military tactical vehicles, HMMWVs, LMTVs, FMTVs, trailers, ATVs, and related equipment.

• ASE and/or diesel mechanic certification.

• Experience with field repairs and recovery operations.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation and use proper lifting practices.

• Ability to climb in and out of vehicles of various sizes and heights and work at heights when required.

• Work may occur outdoors in extreme temperatures, high humidity, rain, and blowing dust.

• Work may involve prolonged stooping, climbing, standing, or sitting and exposure to distracting or uncomfortable noise levels.

Additional Employment Information

• This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement applicable at Fort Polk.

• Second-shift premium is $0.75 per hour and third-shift premium is $1.25 per hour when applicable.

• The selected employee must comply with applicable safety rules, use required Personal Protective Equipment, and maintain required licenses or certifications

All Contractor personnel performing work under this contract must complete a favorable background investigation and be eligible to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Common Access Card (CAC).

Salary : $57,000 - $76,000