A Machinist/Mechanical Technician will be expected to maintain a variety of equipment used commonly for manufacturing, machining, fabrication, design, assembly/disassembly, and CNC operations. Working in a high technology, dynamic environment, and producing a quality of work with high standards of accuracy and timeliness.
JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepare our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.
**This position is located at China Lake and is not eligible for telework**
Range Requirement:
Operate and maintain equipment used commonly for manufacturing, machining, fabrication, design, assembly/disassembly, and CNC operations.
Job Summary -- Essential Functions/Duties
The Mechanical Tech III analyzes malfunctions and repairs, rebuilds, and maintains ground support equipment, parts, accessories, and systems.
Employee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:
Operate equipment and troubleshoot malfunctions using electronic, digital, and hand tools in order to diagnose defects Dismantle and examine parts for damage or excessive wear Perform scheduled and unscheduled mechanical maintenance and repair to heavy equipment, parts, accessories, and systems, all mechanical and hydraulic components, bearings, and motors Repair, adjust, or replace defective engines and subassemblies Repair corrosion, weld broken parts and structural components, and apply paint and/or other protective coatings and finishes to equipment Reassemble equipment using hoists and hand tools Realign the equipment and re-torque to required specifications Test overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency Service equipment with fuel, oil, water, coolant, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant, and compressed air Maintain equipment records and document maintenance actions Maintain external fuel and grounding systems Dispose of hazardous material and waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
Other Responsibilities
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 their job.
Working Conditions
This position involves work typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards. There is occasional lifting to 50 pounds and outdoor duties with exposure to natural weather. A government vehicle is used on an as-needed basis. Grease or oil may be found on working surfaces. The incumbent must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. He/she must be able to work duty days in excess of eight hours and perform shift and weekend work to meet required schedule demands. This position may require travel.
The foregoing conditions and physical requirements represent the general characteristics required to perform the essential functions for this job. In general, all positions may require standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Specific work assignments may include additional environmental conditions or physical requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. These specific requirements will be detailed in the job posting. In addition, JT4 employees will only operate equipment that they have been fully trained on and/or certified to operate. If working in a training capacity, employees must be supervised at all times by a competent trained or certified company employee. Under no circumstances should employees use another employee's equipment without permission from their immediate supervisor or manager. Conversely, employees should not allow other JT4 employees or employees of another employer to use JT4 owned or assigned equipment without proof of training and approval of the shop manager.
Requirements -- Education, Technical, and Work Experience
The incumbent must be a graduate from an accredited two-year technical mechanical institution or equivalent, or at least eight years of job-related experience.
In addition, a Mechanical Tech III must also possess the following qualifications:
Must be capable of operating heavy equipment Must be able to qualify for and maintain a government security clearance Must have a valid, state issued driver's license.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Benefits Active on Day 1 Life Insurance Health Savings Accounts/FSA's Disability Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match JT4 will match 50% up to an 8% contribution 100% Immediate Vesting Tuition Reimbursement
Salary
The expected pay range for this position is $68,328.00 to $84,572.80 annually.
The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4 LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.
Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.
SCC: JOM68; A4CLR