Power Plant Mechanic

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Amentum is seeking a Power Plant Mechanic to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The Power Plant Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical systems and equipment in the power plant, ensuring safe and efficient operation. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conducting maintenance, inspections, and repairs on power generation equipment and associated mechanical systems.
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting issues in engines, turbines, compressors, and other power plant systems.
• Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and fluid systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, technical schematics, and manuals to perform repairs and installations accurately.
• Documenting maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and operational upgrades in support of power plant operations.
• Operating and maintaining tools and testing equipment required for maintaining mechanical systems.
• Ensuring compliance with safety protocols, operational standards, and environmental regulations while performing maintenance activities.
• Collaborating effectively with supervisors and other team members to prioritize and accomplish assigned tasks.
• Required to comply with all occupational safety and health standards, rules, and orders applicable to their actions and conduct. The role demands consistent, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), proactive reporting of workplace hazards, and total adherence to safety protocols to maintain a zero-injury environment.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.

Required Qualifications:

• Successfully completed a three-year apprenticeship program in mechanical trades or power plant mechanics.
• Minimum of three (3) years documented practical experience in assigned trades specifically in power plant or related industrial environments.
• Proficiency in maintaining and repairing mechanical systems related to power generation equipment.
• Familiarity with best practices for equipment safety and maintenance procedures in industrial and power plant environments.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Must successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications or advanced technical training in power plant systems or mechanical maintenance.
• Prior experience working in OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) or austere environments with multi-national workforces.
• Valid country driver’s license.
• Excellent troubleshooting, organizational, and time management skills.
• Familiarity with industry safety standards and mechanical diagnostic tools.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality: Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance: Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.

Working Environment

This position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remote overseas location supporting U.S. Government operations. Employees may work in office, industrial, warehouse, port, airfield, and outdoor environments and may be exposed to high temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain. Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on operational requirements.

Physical Requirements

Requirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments. Must be able to meet all medical, security, and deployment requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseas location.