Vehicle Mechanic - (VM) WPS III (Iraq)

Janus Global; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity International is seeking a DOS security vehicle maintenance specialist in Erbil, Iraq. You will maintain and repair Task Order-assigned vehicles and support leadership and client communications through maintenance planning and reporting.

Candidates must be US citizens with at least one year of overseas vehicle maintenance experience, possess three ASE/ factory certifications, hold a valid US driver’s license and passport, and speak English fluently.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Minimum of 1 year overseas experience in vehicle maintenance.
• Must possess three or more ASE/factory certifications from the listed areas.
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Must have a valid U.S. Passport with at least 6 months remaining before expiration.
• Proficient in speaking, writing, and communicating in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of assigned vehicles.
• Establish and implement vehicle maintenance plans.

Skills

English proficiency

Overseas experience

US Driver’s License

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

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Location

Erbil, Iraq

Clearance Level

Department of State (DOS) - Secret

Primary Function

You would be responsible for maintaining and conducting repairs on Task Order-assigned vehicles, as well as planning and scheduling maintenance. Additionally, you would be expected to maintain reports for leadership and client communications. This position supports Department of State Worldwide Protective Services III (WPS III) Task Orders (TO) in austere environments.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of assigned vehicles.
• Establish and implement vehicle maintenance plans.

Job Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess a minimum of one (1) year of overseas experience in vehicle maintenance.
• Must possess Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)/factory certification for assigned equipment/systems. At a minimum must possess three (3) of the certifications listed below:
  • Engine repair
  • Automatic transmission/transaxle
  • Manual drivetrain and axles
  • Suspension and steering
  • Brakes
  • Electrical/electrical systems
  • Engine performance
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Must have a valid U.S. Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
• Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write, and communicate in English.

Training (Paid Training)

• Attend and successfully complete the DOS Non-Protective Security Specialist Basic. If already completed and/or served on a DOS TO within the last 3 years, will be eligible to deploy directly to TO.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

• Must be approved for a Department of State Medical Clearance.
• Must be able to do the following: walk, squat, crawl, run, quickly enter/exit vehicles, maneuver around obstacles, carry heavy equipment and personnel, and operate missionessential issued equipment requiring dexterity.
• Must be able to operate and/or travel in vehicles on improved and unimproved roadways, as well as offroad.
• Must be able to travel long distances in airplanes, helicopters, and road vehicles.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods with minimal breaks.
• Must possess no medical or physical impediments to traveling overseas to and within countries considered dangerous or unhealthy.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Based upon the needs of the program and Project Management discretion, qualified individuals may be required to temporarily fill an alternate position.

For OFCCP compliance, the taxable entity associated with this job posting is:

JANUS ESOP HOLDINGS LLC