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WA River Protection Solutions; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

WA River Protection Solutions is seeking a qualified mechanic in Richland, WA. The role involves fully repairing gasoline and diesel engines, overhauls, and rebuilding automotive systems in a hands-on setting.

Expect welding work to modify or repair equipment per engineered drawings, potential upholstery/glass work, and thorough written documentation for all tasks. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and pass a PIV credential process.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five years of automotive, truck, or emergency vehicle repair experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a PIV badge.

Responsibilities

• Repair and overhaul gasoline/diesel engines.
• Repair and rebuild automotive systems.
• Perform welding per approved engineered drawings.
• May repair upholstery and glass.
• Document work in written form to support tasks.

Skills

Automotive repair

Diesel engine repair

Welding

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASE certifications

Tools

ALLDATA

Identifix

OEM diagnostic tools

Job description

Relocation Funding Provided No

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification HAMTC

Shift Work Required No

Job Duties/Scope Of Work

• Fully qualified mechanic.
• Perform all types of repairing on gasoline and/or diesel engine, including major overhaul and rebuilding.
• Repair and rebuild automotive systems.
• Perform the welding operations necessary to make repairs and modifications to automotive equipment according to approved engineered drawings.
• May repair or replace automotive upholstery and glass.
• Perform written documentation to support all assigned tasks.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five documented years of experience in performing automotive, truck and/or emergency vehicle repair.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential badge.

Desired Qualifications

• ASE certifications
• Experience with repair software, ALLDATA and Identifix
• Knowledge of a variety of scan tools, including OEM-level diagnostic equipment
• Hybrid vehicle repair and maintenance experience

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $52.568

HMIS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visit our benefits website: https://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/employeebenefits

The pay rate listed represents the starting pay/hr that may be offered, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

In compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Hanford Field Office (HFO) direction, employees issued initial badges on or after September 1st, 2025, are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation encompasses multiple areas of eligibility and includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

HMIS is a veteran-friendly, VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Equal Opportunity Clause

This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal and State Employment Laws and are protected against discrimination.