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The Lead AGE Mechanic supervises, trains AGE technicians and performs inspections, maintenance, servicing, and storage of assigned AGE. Maintains and inspects hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fuel systems to include turbine, diesel, and gasoline engine driven AGE. Responsible for the day-to-day AGE shop operations and communicates with the AGE Superintendent to assure work priorities are met. Accomplishes work in accordance with USAF/Amentum technical data. Ensures compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Amentum ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS). Principal Accountabilities
- Primary supervisor to train AGE technicians and perform periodic inspection, maintenance, and repair actions on assigned AGE assets.
- Stocks, maintains, and requisitions parts, tools, and supplies to perform required work on assets.
- Prepares AGE/FLSE and other equipment for exercises or actual deployments.
- Responds to inquiries concerning storage and status of assigned equipment.
- Utilizes testing of diagnostic equipment while troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical, fuel, and pneumatic systems and components for serviceability.
- Prepares and completes documentation including work orders, US Air Force supply, and Amentum forms, updates historical data, and coordinates actions required with work orders.
- Directs maintenance by maintenance action sheets, US Air Force technical orders, and Amentum directives.
- Orients new personnel to work crews, plans work assignments, and establishes work methods.
- Conducts on-the-job training for AGE technicians on assigned AGE/FLSE, safety, safety data sheets, security awareness, and other subjects. Prepares and updates training records.
- Prepares and inspects assets and equipment for shipment by air, sea, and surface transportation.
- Performs servicing and maintenance of in-use assets and returns equipment to mission capable.
- Prepares and submits quality/material deficiency reports and technical order changes as required.
- Operates material handling equipment as required.
- Inspects hazardous materials within the assigned work center and coordinates the appropriate office for the disposal of HAZMAT when required.
- Ensures all tools, personnel protective equipment, facilities, and clothing issued remain safe, secure, and serviceable, reporting any deficiencies.
- Ensures that the work area is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Works in maintenance shop or warehouse environment and may be required to work outdoors for extended periods.
- Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to understand, speak, read, and write English at an intermediate level.
- Must be able to comprehend technical data and be able to relay information to subordinates.
- Must possess a valid home country driver's license and ability to obtain host nation driver's license.
- Will be required to operate material handling equipment.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Must possess a depth of knowledge of associated health and risk hazards and the established precautions.
- At least five years practical military or civilian experience in ground support equipment operation and maintenance required.
- Will be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment.
- Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to prescribed procedures and as required for task being performed.
- Physically capable of performing all required duties; capable of lifting/pushing/pulling a minimum of 50 lbs. and performing extensive work handling/lifting equipment.
- Training in mechanical and electrical maintenance functions preferred.
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