WFF Junior - Hydraulic / Mechanical Technician

ARES Corporation; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

401(k) Plan

ESOP

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

ARES Corporation seeks a maintenance technician to test, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment, ensuring compliance with specifications. Responsibilities include diagnosing faults, disassembly/reassembly of heavy equipment, and routine preventive maintenance with inspection of tooling and safety protocols.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1–2 years of related experience, and certificates such as CDL and safety endorsements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 1-2 years related experience.
• Possessing a related vocational school certificate is desirable.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
• Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
• Observe trailer hauling and tie-down procedures.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.
• Schedule maintenance for industrial machines and equipment, and keep equipment service records.
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain NASA forklift, Man-lift and Overhead Crane
• Operators and Safety Certificates as well as a valid CDL driver's license.
• Capable of the successful completion of applicable tower climbing physicals.
• Use and application of all test equipment related to validation, troubleshooting, and configuration of various data collection systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
• Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
• Observe trailer hauling and tie-down procedures.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.
• Schedule maintenance for industrial machines and equipment, and keep equipment service records.
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain NASA forklift, Man-lift and Overhead Crane
• Operators and Safety Certificates as well as a valid CDL driver's license.
• Capable of the successful completion of applicable tower climbing physicals.
• Use and application of all test equipment related to validation, troubleshooting, and configuration of various data collection systems is required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Dismantling & reassembly

Reading blueprints

Lubrication & maintenance

Safety awareness

Test equipment operation

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational certificate (desirable)

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers & gauges

Test & calibration equipment

Hoists & winches

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Position Requirements:

The successful candidate shall possess at a minimum the following qualifications:

High School Diploma and 1-2 years related experience. Possessing a related vocational school certificate is desirable.

• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts. Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
• Observe trailer hauling and tie-down procedures
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.
• Schedule maintenance for industrial machines and equipment, and keep equipment service records.
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain NASA forklift, Man-lift and Overhead Crane
• Operators and Safety Certificates as well as a valid CDL driver's license.
• Capable of the successful completion of applicable tower climbing physicals.
• Use and application of all test equipment related to validation, troubleshooting, and configuration of various data collection systems is required.

Compliance with safety and quality awareness policies is mandatory. Shift work and travel up to 25% or more may be required. Assignments may change or vary.

ARES Benefits:

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full-time employees may participate in:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• ESOP
• Paid Time Off & Holidays

ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).