Advance Construction Mechanic Instructor

Nisga'a MOSTT, LLC; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Advance Construction Mechanic Instructor position at Nisga'a MOSTT, LLC supports the Naval Construction Training Center in Gulfport, MS. The role involves delivering advanced instruction on disassembly, maintenance, and assembly of heavy equipment components, hydraulic and diesel systems, and electrical diagnostics, with emphasis on field and shop applications.

Ideal candidates have extensive experience as construction electricians, strong troubleshooting skills, and a background or interest

Qualifications

• Shall be skilled in troubleshooting, tune-up and maintenance of gasoline, diesel engines; automotive and construction equipment power train, chassis and component assemblies.
• Minimum 10 years of construction electrician experience.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Previous teaching or mentoring experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced instruction on disassemble, repair, adjust and assemble transmissions, drive components, and track systems.
• Instruct hydrostatic and hydraulic systems assembly, testing and troubleshooting.
• Diagnose and repair diesel fuel systems, including governors and fuel pumps.
• Record compression readings and service starting/charging systems.
• Teach diagnostics using analog, digital, and computer equipment in field and shop settings.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Diesel engines

Tools

Electrical diagrams

Hydraulic systems

Test equipment

Job description

Advance Construction Mechanic Instructor

US-MS-Gulfport

Requisition ID: 2025-15983

# of Openings: 1

Category: Instructional

Overview

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Dedicated to serving those who defend the US and warfighters, Nisga'a MOSTT offers Military Operations support and Specialized Tactical Training (MOSTT). Nisga'a MOSTT's services include aviation and military training, cybersecurity, intelligence gathering and analysis, and simulation and exercise support, as well as aviation flight logistics support and unmanned aerial vehicle support.

Summary:

The Advance Construction Mechanic Instructor will provide support for the Naval Construction Training Center located in Gulfport, MS. Instructor personnel are designated by the command for the Advanced Construction Mechanic Schools.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• Provide advanced instruction on the disassemble, clean, repair, adjust, and assemble standard transmissions, transfer cases, power take-off units, drive shafts, differentials, front drive axels, track-chains, pivot brakes, final drives, sprockets, idlers, rollers, and track pads.
• Provide advanced instruction on construct and operate a hydrostatic system using components common to a typical hydraulic system. Assemble a hydraulic hose and fitting assembly and test under normal working pressures; connect and operate a flow meter to determine hydraulic system problems, troubleshoot and operate hydraulic system using logical troubleshooting sequence. Use basic knowledge to test electrohydraulic valves.
• Provide advanced instruction on troubleshoot, analyze, and isolate diesel fuel system malfunctions on various types of fuel systems. Perform minor and major adjustments to fuel system components consisting of setting racks, governors, and timing fuel pumps to engines; adjust engine speeds, both minimum and maximum; adjust starting valve linkage and any other components that affect engine performance.
• Take record and evaluate compression readings. Disassemble, inspect, repair, assemble, test and adjust diesel fuel system components (including mechanical and hydraulic governors) in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
• Test, diagnose, charge and repair batteries. Read and interpret equipment electrical diagrams and schematics. Troubleshoot and repair electrical system malfunctions.
• Service and analyze starting and chagrining system malfunctions on all types of automotive, materials handling and construction equipment. Disassemble, inspect, bench test, repair and assemble starting motors, DC Generators, AC Alternators and other electrical components of the starting and charging circuits.
• Provide advanced instruction on the advanced training in diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures, to isolate malfunctions in military and commercial vehicles, utilizing analog, digital, and computer diagnostic equipment in both the field and shop conditions.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge

• Shall be skilled in troubleshooting, tune-up and maintenance of gasoline, diesel engines; automotive and construction equipment power train, chassis and component assemblies. This includes valve and cylinder reconditioning testing and analysis of electrical and fuel injection systems while employing appropriate test equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of construction electrician experience.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching or mentoring experience is highly desirable.

Pay and Benefits

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.