Motor Vehicle Mechanic Job at Potawatomi Federal Solutions, Gulfport, MS

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  • Potawatomi Federal Solutions
  • Gulfport, MS

Job Description

Position Title: Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Location: Gulfport CRTC, Gulfport, MS 

Employment Status: Full-Time Regular

FLSA Classification: SCA Hourly

*This position is contingent upon award of contract.

Position Summary:

Advancia Government Services (a federal government contractor) seeks a qualified full-time Motor Vehicle Mechanic. The Motor Vehicle Mechanic performs a variety of major repairs and services to maintain medium to light duty tactical, commercial and transport vehicles.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • The Motor Vehicle Mechanic is under the direct supervision of the Lead Mechanic and receives guidance from the Gov’t Maintenance Manager
  • The Motor Vehicle Mechanic performs a variety of major repairs and services to maintain medium to light duty tactical, commercial and transport vehicles
  • Conducts research and prepares records and forms to reflect essential information
  • Ensures all documents are finalized and maintained IAW local regulations
  • Performs maintenance repair, rebuild, overhaul, inspect major assemblies and determine repair parts for equipment
  • Checks and replaces batteries; rotate, repair and replace tires, pneumatic and flush cooling systems
  • Removes, repairs or replaces engines, transmissions and differentials
  • Adjusts brakes, replace windshields, wipers and similar components of the same characteristics
  • Performs major overhauls by disassembling, cleaning, and replacing faulty components IAW appropriate procedures
  • Repairs components such as generators, water/hydraulic pumps and electrical system
  • Performs routine and extensive maintenance on diesel engines, fuel and exhaust systems, and electrical wiring
  • Performs diagnostic tests using measuring devices, instruments, test equipment or special tools
  • Required to dismantle components for internal examination of damage or excessive wear
  • Operates and utilizes an assortment of tools to perform repairs that include power, pneumatic, and machinery such as grinding machines, presses, torch-cutting equipment, jacks and hoists to lift and move large components
  • Required to add critical or explanatory notations on completed maintenance documents following equipment repair and testing IAW AFI 24-302.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Education, Experience and Skill Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
  • Must possess a state issued driver’s license.
  • Must have experience and understanding of vehicle repair, electrical, heating systems and diesel maintenance.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the following Air Force IT Systems: Vehicle Dispatch, DPAS, LMIS-EV Vehicle View TRT, AFI 24-301 and AFI 24-302.


Able to obtain all required certifications for operating the following vehicles/assets within first 90 days:

  • STLR LB 20T 25 FT TRK 1/2T CREW CAB 4X2 TRK FL 10K 463L
  • STLR LB 20T 38FT TRK 1/2T CREW CAB 4X4 TRK FL 10K AT 463L
  • STLR LB 50T 6W TRK PU 4DR 4X4 F450 TRK V Refrgr 4X2 19000 GVW
  • STLR VAN 30FT 12 TON TRK STK 4X2 1T 7000 GVW TRK-V 16000-24000 GVW 4X2
  • TRK HI REA 30-59 FT TRK S/P 4X2 10000 GVW TRAC WHLD IW70
  • TRK MAINT 3/4TON 4X4 GED PATROL PICKUP TRUCK TRAC TOW SUPPORT EQP
  • TRK TK FUEL 1200GL 4X4 TRK FL DED 6M-6200 PT
  • TRUCK 1/2T REG CAB 4X2 TRK FL ELEC 4M-5999 ST

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

  • USAF 2T3X1 Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance (4-6 yrs.).
  • Currently holding required certifications and qualifications listed above.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of proper use and procedures to manage hazardous materials and hazardous waste products.
  • Knowledge of the standard tools, equipment and material.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally work outside.
  • Capable of collaborating with Senior Leaders.
  • Skills in monitoring program progress against execution of plans, metrics and desired outcomes, assessing and identifying capability gaps and opportunities for improvement to enable a culture of high performance, and managing multiple complex programs in a fast-paced environment with many partners and stakeholders.
  • Ability to work as part of a team with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Strong command of Microsoft Office and ability to produce deliverables that carry a "stamp of excellence."
  • Able to understand, adhere to and enforce corporate values, policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Good business writing and oral communication skills.
  • Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension).
  • Better-than-average skill in current versions of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Capable of passing background investigation and periodic drug testing.

Additional Qualifying Factors:

  • Must be authorized to work in the US.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license (any state), ability to operate a motor vehicle, able to provide clean driving record and current vehicle insurance coverage.
  • Eligible for access onto military installations following background and security checks.
  • Flexibility with work schedule is mandatory because it impacts the ability to support and serve military.

Advancia Government Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Advancia Government Services LLC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Potawatomi Federal Solutions:

Potawatomi Federal Solutions is a federal government contractor who provides essential services and administrative support to Potawatomi Business Development Corporations’ family of industry-leading federal government contracting subsidiaries. We are 100% tribally owned small business of the Forest County Potawatomi Community of Wisconsin. In 2007, we launched with one mission in mind: to create a profitable tribal enterprise to allow us to invest in the health, wellness, education, environment and future of our people for generations to come. What fuels your fire? We invite you to find out by exploring our career opportunities and joining our dynamic team of innovative professionals!

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, For contractors, Local area,

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