Job Description

Automotive Worker- Fort Polk, LA

ValCorp is seeking an Automotive Worker to perform minor repairs and preventive services that keep motor vehicles clean, safe, and mission-ready.

Position Summary:

ValCorp is seeking an Automotive Worker to perform minor repairs and preventive services that keep motor vehicles clean, safe, and mission-ready.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install and maintain vehicle decals; check and replace batteries; rotate, repair, and replace tires.
• Wash, polish, and clean vehicle interiors and exteriors.
• Drain, flush, and replace engine, transmission, and differential lubricants.
• Check, clean, calibrate, and replace spark plugs; clean and replace oil and air filters.
• Adjust brakes and replace windshield wipers and other minor parts.
• Assist with major overhaul work by disassembling and cleaning parts and repairing or replacing approved components.
• Perform work in accordance with the applicable technical manual and use automotive tools correctly.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas and perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of vehicle-maintenance experience through schooling or verifiable on-the-job experience.
• Valid and current state driver's license.
• Ability to obtain site forklift and other required licenses or certifications.
• Ability to understand and use technical manuals and complete vehicle-maintenance paperwork.
• Ability to safely manipulate hand tools and hydraulic equipment and work effectively in a team environment.
• Must provide and maintain their own General Mechanics Toolbox suitable for performing all assigned maintenance and repair duties.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience maintaining military tactical vehicles, lawn equipment, ATVs, side-by-sides, HMMWVs, and light wheeled trailers.
• ASE and/or diesel mechanic certification.
• Experience with field repairs and recovery operations.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation and use proper lifting practices.
• Ability to climb in and out of vehicles of various sizes and heights and work at heights when required.
• Work may occur outdoors in extreme temperatures, high humidity, rain, and blowing dust.
• Work may involve prolonged stooping, climbing, standing, or sitting and exposure to distracting or uncomfortable noise levels.

Additional Employment Information:

• This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement applicable at Fort Polk.
• Second-shift premium is $0.75 per hour and third-shift premium is $1.25 per hour when applicable.
• The selected employee must comply with applicable safety rules, use required Personal Protective Equipment, and maintain required licenses or certifications.

ValCorp is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent on meeting all position, credentialing, and customer access requirements.

All Contractor personnel performing work under this contract must complete a favorable background investigation and be eligible to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Common Access Card (CAC).

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