Defense Vehicles Technician - Iveco Defense USA

Iveco Defense Vehicles designs and produces vehicles for military and civil protection applications. Iveco Defense Vehicles, headquartered in Bolzano, provides a product portfolio comprised of four segments: heavy vehicles for logistics, tactical vehicles, protected vehicles, and multi-role vehicles.

Iveco Defense Vehicles are built on cutting-edge anti-ballistic, anti-mine, and other life-saving technology, ensuring maximum mobility in the most difficult environments.

The Defense Vehicle Technician must perform failure analysis, maintenance, repair and refurbishment of tactical vehicle assemblies and subassemblies. He/she will report to the Production Supervisor. This is a salary, non-exempt position.

Primary Responsibilities

• Comply with standard shop safety programs.
• Diagnose mechanical and electronic circuitry malfunctions using visual and auditory senses, test equipment, and technical publications.
• Report any non-conformities identified through dynamic checks via standard computer systems and forms.
• Repair fuel systems, electrical systems, diesel engines, cooling systems, transmissions, brake systems, steering systems, hydraulic systems, and auxiliary drives.
• Conduct assembly and subassembly tests to verify compliance with the specific work instructions and provide correct functionality.
• Operates shop equipment including cranes, compressors, presses, grinders, and heavy hand tools.
• Lifts, moves and/or installs heavy parts and assemblies safely, using basic tooling and PPE.
• Utilize various computer software programs to record the results of rework and testing and transmitting required data.
• Provide support at partner’s facility for rework activities on an as needed basis.
• Retrofit equipment both on site and in the field.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have at least 3 years actual and recent experience in repairing and maintaining automotive, heavy-duty trucks, tractors, or tactical vehicles.
• Technical certificate/degree in Diesel Mechanics, Electro-Mechanical engineering, etc. preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical systems aptitude.
• Experience in troubleshooting mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of standard materials, tools and equipment and skill in the use and care of tools.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and assembly cycles.
• Preferred areas of experience may be with automotive, heavy-duty trucks, tractors, or tactical vehicles.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50+ lbs., bend, and twist, move, transport items such as boxes and palettes.
• Ability to safely stoop, kneel, crouch as needed.
• Ability to communicate in potentially loud environments.
• Willing to work various shifts and adapt to work hour changes to meet customer needs.
• Availability for occasional travel for field assignments.
• Must be a US Citizen.

EEO Statement

US applicants: Fiat Powertrain Technologies of North America, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the Federal "EEO is the Law" poster and its supplement at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters. Fiat Powertrain Technologies of North America, Inc participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters.