Artillery Mechanic - MBCT

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APS-4: Artillery Mechanic - MBCT (Contingency)

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Program Summary

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This position supports the Army Prepositioned Stocks – 4 Program located in Camp Carroll, Korea. The Artillery Mechanic will comply with all applicable safety and environmental regulations, local safety policies, and KBR’s Zero Harm program.

Job Summary

The Artillery Mechanic will comply with all applicable safety and environmental regulations, local safety policies, and KBR’s Zero Harm program. The mechanic provides Care of Stock in Storage (COSIS) based on preventive maintenance and repair services under the guidance of the Artillery Section Supervisor. These maintenance procedures are performed on the Mobile Brigade Combat Team (MBCT) artillery fleet, which includes the M119 Light Towed Howitzer, the M777 Medium Towed Howitzer, the M109A7 Self-Propelled Howitzer, and the M992A3 Field Artillery Ammunition Support Vehicle (FAASV), and other artillery systems maintained on the APS-4 program.

General maintenance includes, but is not limited to: Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS); general inspections; component repairs and replacement; unscheduled maintenance; and repair of inbound equipment. The mechanic diagnoses and troubleshoots component and system malfunctions, determines required repairs and parts, and completes lubrication orders at the -10 and -20 level.

Detailed maintenance includes inspection, service, and repair of howitzer tube/breech assemblies, recoil and counter-recoil mechanisms, traversing and elevating mechanisms, and fire control and sighting equipment; adjustment and replacement of brakes and associated components on self-propelled and towed carriages; removal and replacement of starters, generators, and batteries; repair of fuel tanks and fuel system components; replacement and repair of transfer cases, propeller shafts, and suspension/track components on self-propelled systems; repair and replacement of Fire Suppression System components; and repair and replacement of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. The mechanic also performs road/function tests, ground guide operations, equipment washing, fueling/defueling, and maintains accountability for all tools, equipment, and work areas. Performs other duties as assigned.

Please note: This position is located in Camp Carroll, Korea and is contingent on award.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform Care of Stock in Storage (COSIS), preventive maintenance, and repair services on the M119 Light Towed Howitzer, M777 Medium Towed Howitzer, M109A7 Self-Propelled Howitzer, M992A3 Field Artillery Ammunition Support Vehicle, and other artillery systems maintained on the APS-4 program.

• Maintains and repairs the following artillery platforms: M119 Light Towed Howitzer; M777 Medium Towed Howitzer; M109A7 Self-Propelled Howitzer; and M992A3 Field Artillery Ammunition Support Vehicle (FAASV).

• Inspects, services, and repairs howitzer tube/breech assemblies, recoil and counter-recoil mechanisms, traversing and elevating mechanisms, and associated fire control and sighting equipment.

• Conduct Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) at the -10 and -20 level; perform general inspections, component repairs and replacement, unscheduled maintenance, and repair of inbound equipment.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot component and system malfunctions; determine required repairs and parts; complete lubrication orders.

• Adjust and replace brakes, suspension, and associated components on self-propelled and towed carriages; remove and reinstall armor panels and hatches; assist technicians with hydraulic and electrical system repairs.

• Remove and replace starters, generators, and batteries; maintain and repair fuel tanks and associated fuel system components; replace and repair transfer cases, propeller shafts, and track/suspension components on self-propelled systems.

• Repair and replace Fire Suppression System modules, sensors, wiring, and extinguisher bottles; repair and replace hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components; replace minor components such as fuses, circuit breakers, and light fixtures.

• Perform road/function tests, ground guide operations, equipment washing, and fueling/defueling of artillery systems.

• Maintain and account for all provided and personal tools, equipment, and work areas.

• Comply with all applicable safety and environmental regulations, local safety policies, and KBR’s Zero Harm program.

Basic Qualifications (Required Education, Experience, Skills, and Certifications)

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with a valid U.S. Passport.

• Ability to provide documentation to qualify as US EXPAT Invited Contractor Status and SOFA Visa IAW USFK 700-19 Regulation.

• Possess a valid State Motor Vehicle Operator License.

• High School/GED plus five years of directly related work experience in the maintenance and repair of the M119, M777, M109A7, M992A3, or other U.S. Army towed and self-propelled artillery systems.

• In lieu of formal course work, a combination of college credits, on-the-job training, other formalized training, or experience may be considered. 

• Ability to work from technical manuals, work instructions, and work orders.

• Must be able to provide a basic automotive/artillery mechanics tool set equal to a General Mechanics Tool Set.

• Favorable adjudication of an NACI background check.

• Ability to use automotive and artillery maintenance tools, diagnostic equipment, wiring diagrams, and relevant technical and parts manuals.

• Must be able to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment, heat and humidity.

• Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist level and 35 pounds to shoulder height.

• Must be able to work in confined spaces.

• Required to pass initial and periodic medical screening.

Preferred Qualifications (Preferred Education, Experience, Skills, and Certifications)

• Certification from a vocational school or other recognized source, such as a military service-related Advanced Individual Training with a focus in towed or self-propelled field artillery systems maintenance, is preferred. Successful completion of M109A7/M992A3 or equivalent platform-specific training is also preferred.

• EPA MVAC Technician Certification is not required; however, it is preferred.

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