Fabrication Technician

Job description / Role

Job Description

The Fabrication Technician maintains, packs, and inventories prefabricated modular metal soft wall/hard wall structures, wooden, masonry, and associated equipment. Performs sheet metal skin repairs to shelter equipment and fabricates repairs to components of shelter and utility systems. Ensures compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Amentum ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS).

Principal Accountabilities

• Repairs, inspects, fabricates, cleans, operates, maintains, corrosion controls, and reconstitutes BEAR order of Battle (BOB) assets/equipment in accordance with Maintenance Action Sheets, Technical Orders, Manuals, Checklists, Regulations, Maintenance Action Sheets, and Unit Type Code (UTC) Configuration listings.
• Performs inspections, maintenance, and repairs on ferrous and non-ferrous metal prefabricated shelter structures to include the assembly and dismantling of shelters.
• Implements sheet metal repair schemes to container internal and external skins. Orders and fits replacement structural components.
• Performs repair tasks including the fabrication of patches, minor panel beating and filling, the replacement of riveted nuts, cam locks, hi-loc rivets, and nut plates.
• Prepares and completes documentation including Work Orders, USAF Supply, and Amentum forms and updates Maximo.
• Prepares assets/equipment for air, sea, and road haul shipments in accordance with Technical Orders, Manuals, Checklists, Regulations, Maintenance Action Sheets, and UTC Configuration listings.
• Performs servicing and/or maintenance of in-use assets as required.
• Repairs, inspects, cleans, operates, and maintains contingency plumbing facilities such as laundry, kitchen, latrines, and showers.
• Fabricates and repairs wooden storage and shipping containers and supports related trades in all aspects pertaining to sheet metal and carpentry requirements.
• May be required to assist in other departments when directed or requested to accomplish a specific task or project.
• Performs other skilled or unskilled jobs as directed by the Supervisor and/or as directed by Amentum/USAF tasking.
• Performs Temporary Duty (TDY) in the Area of Operations as required by USAF/Amentum tasking.
• Operates material handling equipment as required.
• Ensures all tools, personal protective equipment, and clothing issued remain safe, secure, and serviceable, reporting any deficiencies.
• Conforms to Amentum/USAF safety, hazardous materials, and quality standards.
• Assists in the erection, construction, and operation of BEAR shelter systems and associated equipment to support real-world exercises and contingencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Works in maintenance shop or warehouse environment and may be required to work outdoors for extended periods.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have organizational skills and be able to understand, speak, read, and write English at a beginner level.
• Must be able to read and understand technical data, measurements, and engineering drawings for construction, repair of portable building facilities, and operating instructions pertaining to Civil Engineering and BOB assets and related equipment of similar Department of Defense Agencies.
• Must possess a valid home country driver's license and ability to obtain host nation driver's license.
• Will be required to operate material handling equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment.
• Will be required to wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) according to prescribed procedures and as required for the task being performed.
• Physically capable of performing all required duties; capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling a minimum of 50 lbs. and performing extensive work handling/lifting equipment.
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Contingency systems preferred.
• Maximo experience preferred.
• Five years of military or civilian experience in the field of structural/facilities maintenance preferred.
• Hands-on experience with BOB assets or similar Department of Defense Agencies contingency systems preferred.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color,

About the Company

Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics.