CBA Aircraft Mechanic (Unscheduled- Power Plants) - T45 Kingsville, TX

Essential Duties and Accountabilities:

Maintain assigned engines in accordance with Navy, Manufacturer and Company Instructions.
Use provided test equipment and Ground Support Equipment to perform assigned tasks.
Read, interpret, and apply instructions from Blueprints, schematics and other approved data.
Assist with ordering parts, tools, materials and equipment as required.
Document work accomplished on Maintenance Action Forms (MAF) or OOMA/WECMS System.
Maintain cleanliness of the work center and around your assigned work area.
Performs aircraft inventory, acceptance and transfer inspections.
Provides technical assistance and guidance as required by the position.
Assists in P&E report preparation.
May be required to perform off-site service on assigned detachments.
Maintain assigned aircraft in accordance with Navy, Manufacturer and Company Instructions.
Responsible for adhering to all applicable Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention rules and regulations.
Responsible for adhering to Company Tool Control Program.
Must comply with established General and Industrial Safety Rules and Regulations as applicable to the contract, facilities and job assignment.
Ensure proper operation and use of special test equipment and Ground Support Equipment.
Maintain Appropriate records of all work accomplished.
May be required to perform simple computer input functions.
Perform corrosion control cleaning and removal as required utilizing cleaning and removal as required utilizing appropriate safety precautions.
May be required to remove and/or install access doors, panels, and cowlings to perform the duties of the job classification.
Assist when directed to ensure safety, security and preservation of government owned and company owned equipment.
Perform other reasonably related incidental duties when directed within the job classification.
Must be able to perform other duties as assigned.
Must be willing and able to stand rotating shifts.
Must be able to travel 25% of the time.
Must be able to use ground support equipment relevant to this specialty

Qualification Standards:

Must have minimum of High school diploma or equivalent. Powerplant Mechanics shall have three (3) years within the last six (6) years practical experience in the specialty of Powerplant Mechanic OR completion of T45 OJT program. Powerplant mechanics shall be qualified according to their field of Powerplant Maintenance and the level of maintenance assigned, i.e., "O" Level or "I" Level. Experience shall include maintenance, repair, alignment, calibration, operation, and functional test of engines and engine-related equipment. Satisfactory completion of U.S. Armed Forces engine mechanic school or other schools with equivalent curriculum. Must be familiar with the applicable aircraft, engines and have experience with military aircraft maintenance procedures and directives. Must be able to meet any Government/Company licensing/qualification requirements for the position.
Must be a US citizen and have a valid drivers license. Must be able to obtain and maintain the level of security clearance required by the Government.

Physical Demands:

This classification activity is usually accomplished in a hangar/shop/flight line environment and as such requires the scope of physical movements and postures normally associated with these activities. Physical Effort: Climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, extensive walking and working in tiring uncomfortable positions. May be required to lift objects whose weight normally will not exceed 50 pounds. Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment:

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, to an environment where inclement weather may subject individual to severe changes of temperature, wind, rain, etc. May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. May be exposed to electrical shock hazards.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:

The following must be obtained with in the first six (6) months of start date, unless otherwise specified:
*Formal or Specialized Training/Equivalent
*Hazardous Waste Communications Training
*FOD and TCP Awareness Trained
*Security Clearance Awareness Training
*OPNAV INST 4790.2 Program Awareness
*ISO 9001-2000 Program Awareness
*NALCOMIS
*Valid State Drivers License (required upon hire)
*Support Equipment Operator Certification
*Fuel Surveillance Trained
*Aircraft Towing Certified
*Aircraft Turnup Certification #
*Egress System Checkout
*Aircraft Brake Rider Certified
*Hydraulic Contamination
*Tire and Wheel Certification
*Operational Risk Management (ORM) Training
*Collateral Duty Inspector (CDS) (may be required) #

Benefits include the following:

Healthcare coverage
Retirement plan
Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
Wellness programs
Paid time off, including holidays
Learning and Development resources
Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

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Vertex is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other's differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.