Fabrication Technician

Amentum; New Mexico; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

PTO & holidays

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability & life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Fabrication Technician to maintain, pack, and inventory prefabricated modular shelter structures, perform sheet metal repairs, and fabricate components for shelter systems. The role requires interpreting technical data and drawings and coordinating with supervisors to meet performance standards.

Work is outdoors and involves heavy lifting, safety compliance, and coordination across departments.

Qualifications

• Must understand, read, and write English; able to interpret technical data and drawings for construction and repair of facilities.
• Maximo experience preferred for asset management and work orders.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain host nation license if applicable.
• Public Trust U.S. Government Clearance required; U.S. citizenship may be required.

Responsibilities

• Repair, inspect, fabricate, and maintain BEAR/BOB assets per WO, TOs, manuals, and UTC configurations.
• Inspect and repair ferrous/non-ferrous metal shelter structures; assemble/dismantle shelters.
• Prepare and complete documentation including work orders and Maximo updates; coordinate shipments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Technical drawings

Maximo experience

Driver's license

English proficiency

Public Trust Clearance

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Purpose and Scope:

The Fabrication Technician maintains, packs and inventories prefabricated modular metal soft wall / hard wall structures, wooden, masonry and associated equipment. Performs sheet metal skin repairs to shelter equipment and fabricates repairs to components of shelter and utility systems. Ensures compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Repairs, inspects, fabricates, cleans, operates, maintains, corrosion controls, and reconstitutes BEAR order of Battle (BOB) assets/equipment in accordance with Maintenance Action Sheets, Technical Orders, Manuals, Checklists, Regulations, Maintenance Action Sheets, and Unit Type Code (UTC) Configuration listings.
• Performs inspections, maintenance and repairs on ferrous and non-ferrous metal prefabricated shelter structures to include the assembly and dismantling of shelters.
• Implements sheet metal repair schemes to container internal and external skins. Orders, and fits replacement structural components.
• Performs repair tasks including the fabrication of patches, minor panel beating, and filling, the replacement of riveted nuts, cam locks and hi-loc rivets and nut plates.
• Prepares and completes documentation including Work Orders, USAF Supply, and company forms and updates Maximo.
• Prepares assets/equipment for air/sea/road haul shipments IAW Technical Orders, Manuals, Checklist, Regulations, Maintenance Action Sheets and UTC Configuration listings.
• Performs servicing and/or maintenance of in-use assets as required.
• Repairs, inspects, cleans, operates and maintain contingency plumbing facilities such as Laundry, Kitchen, Latrines and Showers.
• Fabricates and repairs wooden storage and shipping containers and supports related trades in all aspects pertaining to sheet metal and carpentry requirements.
• May be required to assist in other departments when directed or requested to accomplish a specific task or project.
• Performs other skilled or unskilled jobs as directed by the Supervisor.
• Performs Temporary Duty (TDY) in the Area of Operations as required by USAF tasking.
• Operates material handling equipment as required.
• Ensures all tools, personnel protective equipment and clothing issued remain safe, secure, and serviceable, reporting any deficiencies.
• Conforms to Amentum and USAFE safety, hazardous materials, and quality standards.
• Assists in the erection, construction and operation of BEAR shelter systems and associated equipment to support real world exercises and contingencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Must have organizational skills and be able to understand, speak, read, and write English at a beginner level.
• Must be able to read and understand technical data, measurements and engineering drawings for construction, repair of portable building facilities and operating instructions pertaining to Civil Engineering and BOB assets and related equipment or similar Department of Defense Agencies Contingency Systems preferred.
• Maximo experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid home country driver’s license and ability to obtain host nation driver’s license.
• Must be able to operate material handling equipment.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust U.S. Government Clearance.
• NOTE: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

Work is mainly performed outdoors in all types of weather, and employee may be exposed to extremes of climate and temperatures. Employee will also work in an environment that is moderately lighted, heated, and ventilated, is exposed to disagreeable fumes and to cuts and bruises from using tools in close placed and hazards of moving vehicles such as forklifts and sweepers in shop area. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance, and taste or smell. Frequently lifts items weighing 40-45 pounds and occasionally in excess of 50 pounds. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud, or may include unsafe conditions, questioning nonstandard operations or environmental factors that may involve unmitigated hazards, and providing feedback to supervisors and managers on all safety issues. Communication with supervisors, coworkers, vendors and representatives from other Departments or locations to establish and maintain effective working relationships, and accept information to develop repair procedures, perform welding and fabrication functions. Communication may require multiple styles including orally, written, or electronically (e‑mail), or at times a combination of several forms. Requires the ability to provide accurate written repair estimates including labor, material, and estimate time of completion. Assists in training coworkers in repair and/or metal fabrication.

Communication with supervisors, coworkers, vendors and representatives from other Departments or locations to establish and maintain effective working relationships, and accept information to develop repair procedures, perform welding and fabrication functions. Communication may require multiple styles including orally, written, or electronically (e‑mail), or at times a combination of several forms. Requires the ability to provide accurate written repair estimates including labor, material, and estimate time of completion. Assists in training coworkers in repair and/or metal fabrication.

The Fabricator Technician is supervised by a Lead or Superintendent supervisor who reviews work through spot check observation, conferences, problems encountered, and overall results achieved. Employee may be required to work days other than Monday through Friday and are subject to night and swing shift assignments.

Must wear specialized safety equipment such as respirators and protective clothing in performing duties. Special attention must be used when completing repairs due to potential fire/explosion hazards, including fuels, oils, and unknown hazards.

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.

Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits:

This is an hourly, overtime‑eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future.

Compensation Details:

Hourly

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• 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:

11/03/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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