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Mechanic Vehicle

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Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Source
adp

Job Summary:

Valiant Global Defense is seeking a self-motivated Automotive Mechanic to diagnose and repair domestic and foreign vehicles, maintaining vehicle readiness and operate in a highly fluid environment.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties will include, but may not be limited to:

  • Provide corrective maintenance support at various
    sites, according to established standards.
  • Responsible for operation of training vehicles
    from drive train, electrical, fuel, and cooling systems on a variety of foreign
    and domestic front wheel drive/rear wheel drive, 4x4 off-road vehicles, motorcycles,
    and ATVs
  • Support company and training needs by ensuring
    vehicle readiness in direct support to client’s requirements.
  • Be knowledgeable in vehicle services, analysis,
    and repair.
  • Responsible for operation and maintenance of all automotive power
    systems, gas/diesel engines, automotive electrical systems, possibly
    hydraulic and pneumatic systems, as needed.
  • Document and monitor maintenance and repair checklists for training
    vehicle fleet.
  • Must have experience in vehicle fabrication techniques to include
    welding in order to modify training vehicles that will perform the desired
    function while maintaining safety standards.
  • Perform routine and scheduled testing and inspection of vehicles
    and machinery.
  • Plan work procedures using technical
    manuals and experience.
  • Maintain a positive working relationship with
    other employees, to promote teamwork and mutual support.
  • Assume responsibility for equipment, tools, and
    materials issued for working on motor vehicles.
  • Research technical manuals, service instructions,
    equipment diagrams, and parts catalogs in hard copy and on the internet.
  • Locate and follow recommended service,
    diagnostic, repair, installation, removal, and safety procedures.
  • Determine OEM replacement and aftermarket upgrade
    parts if needed to perform repairs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or needed.
  • Assist in training development, course outlines,
    training schedules and proposals as per client requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

  • Must possess a minimum of 10 years automotive
    maintenance and repair experience.
  • Proven knowledge of vehicle mechanical
    operations.
  • Ability to quickly and accurately diagnose
    vehicle repair issues
  • Ability to read and comprehend automotive technical
    manuals and instructions.
  • Detailed knowledge of motor vehicle parts,
    materials, maintenance tools, hazards, and standard safety procedures.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of gasoline and diesel
    engine emission standards and maintenance procedures; and knowledge of handling
    and disposing of hazardous wastes.