Force Protection Equipment Technician (Secret Clearance)

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

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.