Equipment Specialist/Technician

Cherokee Federal; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking an Equipment Specialist/Technician to maintain and disposition Force Protection equipment, including NIIS and barriers, across CONUS and OCONUS locations. The role demands an active Secret clearance, strong communication, and 3+ years of FP maintenance experience.

Primary responsibilities include adherence to Technical Orders, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensuring safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least three (3) years of demonstrated FP equipment maintenance experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Preferred Radiation Certification (RSO).
• Active US Passport or ability to obtain within 3–6 months of hire.
• Willing and able to travel OCONUS and within AOR as requested.
• Active Secret Clearance required; verifiable in JPAS.
• Must pass drug screen, medical clearance, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on FP equipment per Technical Orders and OEM manuals.
• Work with electrical, hydraulics, glass replacement/repair, X-ray, and air conditioning as needed.
• Carry out routine servicing to prevent breakdowns and interruptions to operations.
• Troubleshoot equipment to identify malfunctions and assess disposition needs.
• Prioritize daily work orders by importance and impact on mission.
• Communicate faults and best practices to management for maximum equipment performance across CONUS/OCONUS.
• Record assets and parts updates in MIS and support inventory management between CONUS and OCONUS locations.
• Ensure safety regulations are followed during maintenance and checks to prevent hazards.
• Complete daily reports, OEM checklists, and documentation for preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Secret clearance

Willingness to travel

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Management Information System (MIS)

JPAS

Job description

Equipment Specialist/Technician

This position requires an active Secret clearance.

The Equipment Specialist/Technician will perform maintenance, inventory management, and equipment dispositions on primarily the following equipment: Non-Intrusive Inspection Systems (NIIS) such as vehicle, personnel and baggage scanners; barriers, Skywatch Towers, Armored Gate Houses, and other assorted Force Protection equipment in the AFCENT AOR.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Equipment Specialist/ Technician: $80,000 - $90,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Equipment Specialist/ Technician Responsibilities Include:

• Perform all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on all equipment IAW Technical Orders and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) commercial manuals. Perform inspections, equipment modifications, repairs, and identify trends.
• Maintenance and repair tasks will require competency with electrical, hydraulics, glass replacement/repair, X-ray, and air conditioning.
• Carries out routine servicing of equipment as part of measures to prevent breakdowns and malfunctions, which could interrupt or halt production activities.
• Troubleshoots equipment to determine specific malfunctioning issues and assess them accordingly; evaluates and recommends equipment for disposition as appropriate.
• Prioritizes daily work orders according to level of importance.
• Communicates with management to inform them about equipment faults and Best Management Practices/maintenance techniques to implement for maximum performance for equipment located CONUS and OCONUS
• Perform updates in the management information system (MIS) recording assets and spare parts as part of the larger inventory reduction and rectification effort. Supports the overall inventory management between CONUS and OCONUS locations.
• Abides by safety regulations during manufacturing activities; performs equipment checks to prevent mechanical hazards which could cause harm to operators and workers.
• Completing daily reports or as assigned, OEM checklist and requirements documentation on preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Equipment Specialist/ Technician Experience, Education, Skills, Abilitiesrequested:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• At least three (3) years of demonstrated experience working as a technician performing preventative, corrective and repairs services on Force Protection (FP) equipment
• Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written
• Preferred Radiation Certification (RSO)
• Must have an active US Passport or be able to attain within 3-6 months of hire
• Willing and able to travel Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) if requested
• Willing and able to travel within the Area of Responsibility (AOR) if requested
• An Active Secret Clearance is required; verifiable in JPAS
• Must successfully pass a drug screen, medical clearance, and a background check
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs (CNSP) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSP, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Keywords

• Force Protection (FP) equipment
• NIIS Vehicle, baggage and personnel scanners
• Preferred Radiation Certification (RSO)
• Barriers, Skywatch Towers, and Armored Gate Houses
• Preventative and corrective maintenance

Similar Job Titles

• Field Maintenance Technician
• Equipment Service Technician
• Force Protection FP Maintenance Specialist
• Hydraulic Systems Technician
• Preventative Maintenance Mechanic

Legal Disclaimer:

Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.