Automotive Worker, CDL (PREPO)

PAE Government Services Inc.; Fort Polk South (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Automotive Worker to perform a variety of minor repairs and routine maintenance on government vehicles. The role includes tire work, fluid changes, battery checks, and basic engine services per the Technical Manual.

You will also assist on major overhauls and ensure tools and shop areas are well maintained. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant vehicle maintenance experience, plus valid driver's license and CDL A where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One+ years’ vehicle maintenance experience or on-the-job experience.
• Must obtain site forklift and other licenses/certifications.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license.
• Must hold a Class A CDL and maintain during employment.
• Must understand and use Technical Manuals.
• Must complete paperwork for vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to use hand tools and hydraulic equipment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance per the applicable Technical Manual.
• Rotate, repair, and replace tires, batteries, oils, and filters.
• Washes, polishes, and cleans interiors/exteriors of vehicles.
• Adjust brakes and replace wipers; assist on major overhaul work.
• Disassemble and clean parts; repair generators, water pumps, thermostats, wiring.
• Maintain tools/equipment and clean work areas.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

CDL A

Forklift license

Driver's license

Technical Manuals

Teamwork

ASE/Diesel Certifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Technical Manuals

Job description

Job Summary

The Automotive Worker performs a variety of minor repairs and services to maintain motor vehicles duties that require an understanding of simple vehicle maintenance. Places and maintains decals on vehicles, checks and replaces batteries, rotates, repairs, and replaces tires, washes, polishes, and cleans interiors and exteriors of vehicles, drains, flushes, and replaces engine, transmission, and differential grease and oils, checks, cleans, calibrates, and replaces spark plugs, cleans and replaces oil and air filters. Adjusts brakes, replaces windshield wipers, and similar minor parts, assists on major overhaul jobs by disassembling and cleaning parts, repairing components such as generators and water pumps, and replacing thermostats, points, electrical wiring and other items, maintains tools and equipment, and cleans work areas. Performs all work in accordance to the applicable Technical Manual for the vehicle and work assigned. Must be able recognize and know proper usage of a variety of automotive tools. Performs all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

Essential Responsibilities

Places and maintains decals on vehicles, checks and replaces batteries, rotates, repairs, and replaces tires, washes, polishes, and cleans interiors and exteriors of vehicles, drains, flushes, and replaces engine, transmission, and differential grease and oils, checks, cleans, calibrates, and replaces spark plugs, cleans and replaces oil and air filters. Adjusts brakes, replaces windshield wipers, and similar minor parts, assists on major overhaul jobs by disassembling and cleaning parts, repairing components such as generators and water pumps, and replacing thermostats, points, electrical wiring and other items, maintains tools and equipment, and cleans work areas. Performs all work in accordance to the applicable Technical Manual for the vehicle and work assigned. Must be able recognize and know proper usage of a variety of automotive tools. Performs all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One or more years’ experience and specific knowledge in vehicle maintenance either through schooling or verifiable on the job experience.
• Must have or be able to obtain site forklift and other licenses/certifications.
• Must have a valid and current state driver’s license.
• Must hold a Class A CDL and maintain during employment. Those without a current CDL A may be allowed to obtain within 90 days of start of employment.
• Must understand and be able to use Technical Manuals.
• Must be able to complete paperwork associated with vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to manipulate and use hand tools and hydraulic equipment
• Ability to work in a team environment

Preferred Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Maintenance and repair of military tactical vehicles, as well as lawn mower (push, riding, zero turn), ATV, side by side, HMMWV, light wheeled trailers ASE and/or Diesel Mechanic Certifications Experience in field repairs and recovery

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands

Must be able to lift 50 lbs with or without accommodation. Must utilize all proper lifting procedures and practices. Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Must be able to work at heights. Must be able to climb in and out of vehicles of various sizes and heights Must be able to work under pressure and strenuous conditions. Must be able to meet short suspense dates. Must be able to conduct work in the out-of-doors area with potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions (i.e. extreme temperatures, high humidity, rain and blowing dust). Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of stooping; climbing; standing; and sitting for long periods of uninterrupted time. May require shift work. May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty including nights, weekends, and holidays. During the usual work period, the worker may be exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable.

Other Responsibilities

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 his/her 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 his/her job.

Compensation Details

$24.81

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

Original Posting: 11/11/2026 - Until Filled

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