Ground Equipment Mechanic; DPTMS Range Control

Overview

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) is a rapidly growing government services provider with a full-time opening at Fort Carson, CO for an Appliance Mechanic in the Maintenance Department.

• Identify issues with appliances, analyze malfunctions and repairs, and rebuild/maintain commercial kitchen appliances (refrigerators, freezers, ovens, stoves, grills, fryers, microwaves, walk-in coolers, coffee makers, juicers, ice machines, food processors, blenders, mixers, and dishwashers).
• Operate and inspect machines/appliances to diagnose defects; dismantle and reassemble equipment using power and hand tools; examine parts for damage or wear; replace defective parts and test equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Clean parts and assist others with assembly and disassembly of equipment.
• Travel on-site or to customer locations to perform these tasks; work with both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Locate and install necessary repair or replacement parts; perform routine maintenance to ensure appliances function efficiently at Field and Sustainment levels; ensure quality of work and proper tools/materials are used.
• Ensure work is complete and conforms to standards and requirements per technical manuals, ETMs, and local SOPs.
• Provide estimates, explain repairs, and advise on future maintenance; analyze malfunctions and conduct repairs on FMC.
• Keep detailed records of work performed and costs involved.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems; understand electrical schematics and use scanners on commercial vehicle fleets.
• Perform initial, in-process, and final inspections of work orders.
• Ensure equipment and supplies are utilized properly.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Lead Mechanic.

• High school graduate or equivalent with training in equipment maintenance and management procedures at the DS/GS level of maintenance.
• Experience:
  
  6 months to 1 year in equipment maintenance at the journeyman level; commercial experience on restaurant/kitchen appliances.
• Must possess and maintain a current State of Colorado Driver's License prior to starting or within 30 days of employment.
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) to obtain a CAC; favorable background check and drug testing results required.
• Equipment directly used: diagnostic and test equipment; multimeters, scanners, test sets, power and hand tools, test stands, and special tools.

• Work is generally on-site, with potential exposure to outdoor conditions. May require lifting up to 50 lbs; stooping; climbing; prolonged standing and sitting. PPE is required in certain areas and must comply with OSHA, EPA, Fire Regulations and company work rules. May require deployment with a Military unit during training exercises downrange or at the National Training Center. Steel-toed footwear required.
• Freedom to act:
  Reports to assigned Supervisor and operates with a degree of independence under guidance.

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• Job :
• Work Type:
  On-Site
• Pay Range: $35.24
• Health & Welfare: $5.09
• Benefits: SCA – comprehensive benefits program (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and other voluntary benefits). Vacation, holidays, and sick leave defined under the DOL Wage Determination.

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond federal projects as we support shareholder communities in Alaska. We strive to maintain high-value assets and operations for government customers while offering growth opportunities and competitive pay. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable fair employment practices laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the employment process, please contact  or .