Amentum is a global leader in designing, engineering, and modernizing critical systems and programs of national importance. We are currently seeking an Appliance Mechanic to oversee and perform maintenance operations for commercial-grade food service appliances and HVAC systems. The role combines technical hands-on repair work with supervisory duties, including shop management and workflow coordination.
Principal Accountabilities
Supervises all maintenance operations for assigned equipment in accordance with applicable PWS, Company policies, OSHA, DOT, ANSI, ASME and applicable military regulations.
Supervises shop foreman and mechanics to include vacation planning, discipline, conducting performance evaluations, and training.
Establishes job priorities and estimates down time.
Coordinates work flow for downed equipment waiting for parts to minimize backlog of work and cost to customer division.
Provides direct support to internal/external customers to ensure compliance, tracking efficiency, burn rates, equipment usage and maximizing cost avoidance measures.
Perform technical master journey level installation, diagnostic troubleshooting and repairs on commercial industrial-grade food service appliances, equipment, and systems; manage maintenance schedule, order and maintain inventory and stock; perform related work.
Oversee and approve contractor work where required.
Troubleshooting electrical, refrigeration, mechanical and plumbing problems; repair commercial cooking equipment; repairing and maintaining HVAC systems; utilizing a PM program on commercial-grade equipment; managing inventory of replacement parts, tools and supplies.
Provides input to management for forecasting and monitoring of the stock levels for required service/repair parts.
Responsible for the accurate and timely submission of all required plans and reports.
Maintains effective lines of formal and informal communication amongst all levels of management (and the customer) as required.
Coordinates collection and preparation of activity reports.
Responsible to provide for and enforce guidelines to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all assigned employees.
Monitors team development and ensures the execution of performance evaluations in accordance with DI policy.
Conduct site visits to establish professional relationships with maintenance teams, site personnel, and the customer as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills & Experience
Understanding of organizational maintenance and supply concepts and procedures.
Knowledge of maintenance production, production control and U.S Army maintenance support systems.
Must possess knowledge of DOT, OSHA, ANSI, ASME, Military regulations standards and OEM requirements.
Knowledge of diagnostics and ability to conduct technical research.
Strong understanding of Department of Defense contracting policies and procedures.
Outstanding problem solving skills and sound judgment.
Excellent writing, communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrative proficiency in Microsoft applications.
Must be able to meet deployment status requirements.
Requirements
High School Diploma, GED, or KCSE qualification.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a related field.
Preference for candidates with at least three (3) years in a maintenance supervisor environment.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, technical manuals, and manufacturer’s files.
EPA Refrigerant Certification is mandatory.
Certification for commercial appliance repair is mandatory.