Vehicle Inspector

About the role

The Vehicle Inspector inspects all vehicle repairs to ensure maintenance is performed to the highest standard and is responsible for daily quality control of repairs performed by the work center. The inspector complies with USAF Technical Order (TO) requirements and ensures compliance with the Performance Work Statement and the Amentum ISO 9001 Quality Management System.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect all vehicle repairs, monitor technician work, document rejected repairs and inform the Chief Mechanic of deficiencies.
• Conduct impromptu toolbox inspections and Limited Technical Inspections (LTI) on assigned vehicles, determining causes of malfunctions, repair scope, parts needed and repair costs.
• Assist with on-the-job training of new mechanics, provide task certification and certify periodic training.
• Help mechanics with repairs and troubleshooting of transmissions, steering, braking, clutch, fuel-air, cooling, suspension and body work, and assist with calibration using diagrams, manuals, special tools and test equipment.
• Check maintenance forms, record hours worked, parts used and other data, and ensure tools and PPE are safe and serviceable.
• Research parts using commercial manuals, Technical Orders and parts manuals, and inspect vehicles after preparation for air, land or sea movement.
• Ensure hazardous materials are handled, stored and disposed of in line with SOPs and host nation rules, and report discrepancies in first aid kits, fire extinguishers and eyewash stations.
• Use the quality database to record inspections required by SOPs, work instructions and publications, and perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; four years of vehicle repair experience, three on USAF equipment, and two years in a quality control capacity with mentoring ability.
• Intermediate English, valid home country driver's license and ability to obtain a host nation license.
• Able to lift or push at least 50 lbs, operate material handling equipment and light to heavy military vehicles, and travel domestically and internationally.
• Exposure to extreme noise and wearing of PPE as required.

Preferred qualifications

• Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• National qualification in vehicle maintenance at a higher level.