Hourly Aircraft Cargo Loader Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Special Purpose Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic operates, repairs, maintains, and function tests heavy equipment such 25K aircraft cargo loader, 60K aircraft cargo loader, trucks, tractors, graders, bulldozers, front-end loaders, scrapers, motor graders, skid steers, backhoe, dump trucks and various flightline support vehicles and associated equipment.

• Conducts Mobile Maintenance duties. Replace and repair hydraulic lines, pneumatic equipment, air conditioning systems, wheels/tires, wipers, and light bulbs.


• Perform heavy equipment maintenance activities including installation, repair, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance.


• Disassemble and reassemble engines and mechanical units to inspect and diagnose parts using computerized test equipment, calibration devices, gauges, etc.


• Replace and rebuild hydraulic cylinders, valves, planetary drive units, suspensions, springs, bushings, and kingpins, seals, and bearings.


• Performs operator care such washing, vacuuming, and cleaning.


• Follow manufacturer guidelines on recommended services and maintenance on vehicles.


• Ensures proper care and maintenance of equipment; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

• Collects vehicle and equipment data; conducts 100% inventory annually.


• Engage with customers and mission partners on maintenance status weekly.


• Coordinate parts and services with vendors daily.


• Inputs data and performs work order processing in computerized maintenance management system daily (i.e. MAXIMO and DPAS).


• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Licensed or trained to operate applicable items of heavy equipment.


• Must be experienced in the repair of major systems.


• Prefer motor vehicle air conditioning certification and experience.


• Specialized knowledge and skills in diesel and heavy automotive repair and maintenance.


• Skilled in replacing major components and parts on construction equipment.


• Practical understanding of theory of hydraulics (Pascal Theory), pulley, and gear ratio.


• Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.


• Knowledge of diagnostics and ability to conduct technical research on the computer.


• Prefer knowledge of US military heavy vehicles and equipment, Material Handling Equipment (MHE), OSHA, American National Standards Institute (ANSI), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), military regulations standards, and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) requirements.


• Must be qualified to work on MHE, 25K, & 60K Aircraft Cargo Loaders.


• Must be able to speak, read and write English.


• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust U.S. Government Clearance.


• NOTE: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

• Completed training in Vehicle Maintenance or related field from military technical school or an accredited technical school/college/university.


• Certificate of training in 60K-loader maintenance from the AF Education and Training Command (AETC) in-house or Mobile Training Team (MTT) formal course taught by Detachment 1, 345th Training Squadron schoolhouse at Port Hueneme CA, or alternative equivalent civilian training.


• 2 years' experience maintaining special purpose-type vehicles.

Physical requirements include prolonged standing, moderate walking, repeated bending, and climbing, overhead work, working in cramped positions, lifting, pulling and pushing weights up to 100 pounds. Good vision (corrected or uncorrected) and good hearing (with or without a hearing aid) required. Will work inside and outside in various weather conditions, subject to rapid changes in temperature due to nature of work. Hazards include danger from gas fumes, falls, electric shock and burns, cuts and bruises. Must have normal color vision. When performing work, responsible for adhering to environmental, safety, and health standards related to the activity, including the wearing of all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Must cease work and notify lead, supervisor, or manager of all unsafe conditions.

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.