Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Arcata is a technical services company supporting our nation's defense and maintaining our country's leadership in science, aeronautics, and space. Our greatest strength is our people. Together, the hard work of our staff and team members supports critical operations that make a difference and advance human achievement.

This position is represented by a Collective Bargaining Agreement

Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Job Location: Tonopah, NV

Company housing and transportation is provided.

Description/Job Summary

• Ability to operate, maintain, and inspect vehicles/machines and equipment to diagnose defects, analyzes malfunctions, and determines required repairs.
• Perform adjustments, repairs, or overhauls on sub and major assemblies and components.
• Dismantle and examine parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges and reassemble using necessary tools to accomplish required repairs.
• Replace defective vehicle components, engines and subassemblies such as automotive air conditioning systems, transmissions, transfer cases, differentials, pillar blocks, hydraulic cylinders and motors as required.
• Test overhauled vehicles/equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Perform tire repairs of all types required.
• Accurately record details of work performed on work orders assigned.
• Research parts and materials as assigned by the Lead Technician.
• Perform maintenance under field conditions and perform vehicle recovery operations (including) wrecker operation, parts research, work order processing entries and other duties as assigned by the Lead Technician.
• Maintain shop cleanliness inside and out.

Required Experience

• 6 years' experience in motor vehicle maintenance or related expertise with employment as a vehicle mechanic for 12 out of the past 24 months.
• A well-rounded combination of formal training and hands on experience, (usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or an equivalent training program) may allow waiving one year of the required experience.
• Ability to research and understand technical data, wiring, vacuum, air and hydraulic diagrams associated with the vehicle maintenance field.
• Ability to glean hidden details from conversations with customers to more easily diagnose their complaint. Must possess and maintain a valid
• Class "C" state driver's license.
• May be required to work in other areas or functions depending on mission requirements and changes (cross-utilization).
• Ability to utilize computer-based technical directives or service manuals and electronic engine control diagnostic equipment to diagnose vehicle malfunctions.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and understand English. Must have the ability to work independently using sound judgment. Some travel as required by company.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to repetitively hold/balance, reach, flex, twist, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat/crouch, crawl, climb up/on and in and out of equipment/vehicles, and sit (all for short or long periods of time). Must also be able to lift objects that weigh up to 60 pounds

Preferred Experience

• ASE certification in automotive air conditioning systems is preferred. Knowledge of Electronic Engine Controls is highly desired.
• Some minor gas and electric welding experience preferred.
• Class A or B Nevada CDL with passenger and or HAZMAT endorsements is desirable.
• Should have working knowledge in the use of MS Office software.

Required Education

• High School diploma or equivalent (requirement may be waived).

Required Qualifications

• Obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to repetitively hold/balance, reach, flex, twist, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat/crouch, crawl, climb up/on and in and out of equipment/vehicles, and sit (all for short or long periods of time).
• Must also be able to lift objects that weigh up to 60 pounds

Arcata Associates is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact the Human Resources department at 702-642-9500 ext. 2.