Battery Repairperson

Amentum is seeking a Battery Repairperson to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the Hawthorne Army Depot. The Battery Repairperson will be a key technical member that will inspect, test, rebuild, and overhaul storage batteries used in material handling equipment and air monitoring equipment. Typical functions include the inspection, battery testing, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining all battery used throughout the site.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance. ​

Typical Responsibilities Include:

• Perform all work safely and with the utmost concern for the safety of self and other employees.

• Perform all work in compliance with environmental permits and regulations.

• May be required to work overtime.

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain batteries for various equipment.

• Conduct Preventative Maintenance (PM's) on batteries.

• Inspect, test, rebuild, and overhaul storage batteries used in Material Handling Equipment and Air Monitoring Equipment. 

• Inspect batteries for defects. Test batteries for defects and efficiency.

• Use and maintain all tools and equipment necessary to perform assigned tasks if properly qualified and authorized by supervision.

• Assist the Tire Repairman when necessary.

• Assist Heavy Equipment and Auto vehicle Mechanics when necessary.

• Assist the Electromotive Mechanic when necessary.

• Work in close proximity to and or in a chemical/munition's demilitarization facility.

• Responsible for reporting actual and potential safety and environmental concerns.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older.

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum six (6) months of direct battery repair or one (1) year automotive maintenance experience desired.

• Must be able to use all basic battery equipment.

• Must be able to safely and efficiently change high voltage battery cables.

• Must be able to operate a Forklift safely and efficiently.

• Must be able to maintain battery levels.

• Be able to work with little supervision.

• Must be able to work well with people and as a Team Player.

• Good writing and verbal communication skills.

• Be able to operate a computerized based terminal.

• Be computer literate in common software applications and able to operate general office equipment.

• Maintain fitness-for-duty standards to perform the essential functions of the position, to include any HWAD drill, contingency and/or emergency requirement.

• Able to obtain and maintain a valid State driver’s license and pass a MVR check. 

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance. ​

Safety:

This position is designated as a safety sensitive position and is subject to the requirements of the HWAD Medical Surveillance Plan and Matrix and the HWAD A&D Program. As a condition of employment, candidates and incumbents must favorably complete a personnel security investigation, drug testing, medical exam and respiratory screening, and must meet and maintain personnel.

Benefits:

This position falls under the local Union and comes with; medical, vision, dental, STD and life insurance, PTO–120 hours per year, accrued at 4.62 hours per pay period, Sick leave–One (1) hour of accrual for every thirty (30) hours worked, Paid Holidays-Eleven (11) per calendar year, 401K, and an employee stock option plan.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.