Crane WHE System Mechanic

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies, and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Crane / WHE (Weight Handling Equipment) System Mechanic to support a unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.

Job Responsibilities

The Crane / WHE System Mechanic is responsible for performing maintenance, inspections, and repairs on various types of vehicles and heavy equipment, ensuring safe and effective operations. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performing maintenance and repair on Non-Tactical Vehicles and Equipment (NTVE), Weight Handling Equipment (WHE), Material Handling Equipment (MHE), and Ordnance Handling Equipment (OHE).
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems on cranes and other WHE or MHE assets.
• Conducting routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Maintaining logs, records, and work orders in compliance with established standards and procedures.
• Utilizing tools, equipment, and diagnostic software to perform effective and safe repairs.
• Complying with workplace safety regulations and ensuring equipment is maintained to operational safety standards.
• Coordinating and communicating with supervisors, team members, and stakeholders on maintenance issues and equipment readiness.
• Staying updated with technical manuals, bulletins, and training for the maintenance and repair of WHE, MHE, NTVE, and OHE systems.
  
  

• Minimum of two (2) years journeyman-level experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair, specifically for NTVE, WHE, MHE, or OHE, as applicable.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems related to heavy equipment operations and repairs.
• Familiarity with inspection and maintenance procedures for cranes and other similar heavy equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport should be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment.
  
  

• Certifications or formal technical training in heavy equipment maintenance or weight-handling equipment systems.
• Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce is preferred.
• Valid country driver’s license (commercial license preferred) and passport.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
  
  

• 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 and 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.