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Threat Mechanical Specialist III INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Job Code:2025:0402-029

Location:Yuma Proving Ground, AZ

FT/PT Status:Full Time

Business Sector:Test Range Operations

Job Description

Operate and maintain target vehicles and threat systems, including YPG systems, threat surrogates, and the Target Management Office (TMO) fleet. Maintenance includes all required inspections, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and associated troubleshooting and diagnostics. Operation includes operating threat systems, targets, and vehicles with integrated systems during test and training missions, often in a field or tactical setting. Duties include diagnosing, repairing, and/or overhauling major assemblies of US and foreign wheeled and track vehicles, artillery weapons, and general support equipment including training and mentoring junior technicians in the Threat Systems Section. Diagnose electrical and hydraulic systems; replace of worn or broken parts, sometimes fabricating a replacement part or repairing the broken the part. Read, interpret, and follow technical manuals, as well as understand and interpret Cyrillic alphabet. Properly document maintenance actions on applicable forms. Repair air brake systems and/or air operated components, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, specialized or one-of-a-kind system components, and other similar systems. Mentor Threat Systems technicians with less knowledge, working as a team. Travel and conduct operations and maintenance duties at off-site locations up to 30% of the time, including remaining at the travel location up to 3 weeks at a time. Perform other duties as required to complete the assigned mission. This position is covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Qualifications

Pay Rate: $33.79Education/Licenses/Certifications/Experience Requirements:* Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.* Must have 4 years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic dealing with troubleshooting and repair of heavy equipment, including diesel/gas engines, automotive electrical systems, and air/hydraulic systems.* Must have at least 1 year of experience as a Threat Systems Mechanic II with the ability to function with minimal supervision and no disciplinary actions within the last six months.* Must have at least 4 years of experience in the Threat Systems and Target Simulation section.Job Skills Requirements: * Must possess a class B or higher CDL and maintain it for the duration of employment in section. * Must have basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office programs. * Must have heavy equipment mechanic training and experience usually acquired through technical school or military training. * Must have toolbox and tools required to perform heavy vehicle maintenance.* Must not have any current disciplinary actions in personnel file.* Must be able to travel for off-site duties up to 30% of time and remain at travel location for up to 3 weeks at a time. * Must be able to use two-way radios, email, and cellular phones for communications. * Must be able to comfortably enter, operate, and exit foreign target vehicles including T-72, BMP MTLB, and 2S3. * Must have experience mentoring or training junior employees.* Must be able to provide innovative solutions to provide threat requirements.Physical Requirements:* Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical and periodic retests.* Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned.* Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions including summer temperatures peaking around 120 degrees Fahrenheit.* Must be able to work long and varied hours.* Must be capable of frequent bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, standing, climbing, and stooping, sometimes for long periods.* Must be able to ascend and descend equipment.* Must be able to visually distinguish colors.* Must be capable of lifting and transporting 75 lbs. unassisted over uneven ground for 50 feet.Job Requirements:* Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed, sometimes on short notice, to support test missions.* Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions.* Must have dependable transportation and a dependable means of communication.* Must be able speak, write, read, and understand English.* Must have a well-mannered customer service attitude.* Must be willing to cross-train in other areas.* Must use “down-time” effectively to the benefit of test, self, and company.* Must be punctual, responsible, and dependable.* Must demonstrate motivation, initiative, and reliability.* Must be adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions.* Must have a demonstrated ability to follow instructions and company policy.* Must be able to deliver quality products to the customer and be responsive to their needs.* Must be safety and security conscious, complying with rules and policies.* Must be able to work both as part of a team and independently.* Must have a positive, well-mannered customer service attitude and the ability to maintain a strong customer service attitude at all times.* Must have demonstrated experience as highly motivated; self-directed; able to set priorities and meet deadlines; able to follow through on complex projects; and strong problem-solving skills. * Must be willing to cross-train in other areas and perform assigned duties using those skills.Additional Desirable Qualifications:* Have 5+ years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic. * Possess a class A CDL.* Possess the ability to communicate with customers, coworkers, support personnel, military, government, management, and senior officials in a professional, positive, and customer-focused manner.* Must be able to understand and interpret Cyrillic alphabet.Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements:* Must be a U.S. Citizen.* Must possess or be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.* Must be a current TRAX employee or affiliate subcontractor for internal postings.Relevance of experience to be determined by hiring managerClosing Date: 26 FEBRUARY 2025

Other Job Information

TRAX International, Test Services Division, participates in E-Verify.TRAX is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability.TRAX Test Services promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing, as per applicable State Laws.Must be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.

TRAX Test Services also encompasses affiliate subcontracts. All positions with TRAX can always be transferred to one of the subcontracts.