The vehicle inspector inspects all vehicle repairs to ensure maintenance is performed to the highest standard. Responsible for daily quality control of all vehicle repairs performed by the work center. Complies with all applicable USAF Technical Order (TO) requirements. Ensures compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Amentum ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS).

Principal accountabilities

• Inspects all vehicle repairs to ensure quality control is maintained to the highest level.
• Monitors quality of work performed by technicians and documents rejected vehicle repairs.
• Ensures safety practices and housekeeping guidelines are maintained to the highest standard.
• Conducts impromptu toolbox inspections for accountability and serviceability of assigned tools.
• Informs the chief mechanic of any deficiencies noted.
• Conducts limited technical inspections (LTI's) on assigned vehicles and ensures inspections are performed within prescribed guidelines, determining the causes of malfunctions, extent of repairs required, parts required and cost of repair.
• Assists with on-the-job training of new mechanics; provides knowledge, expertise and training to mechanics; provides task certification for mechanics in training and certifies periodic training.
• Assists mechanics with repairs or replacement of parts and assemblies, realignment and adjustment systems including manual and automatic transmissions, steering and braking systems, clutches, fluid flywheels and torque converters, axle hubs and bearings, fuel air and cooling systems, suspension and body work.
• Assists mechanics with troubleshooting and calibrating vehicle systems using diagrams, manuals, special tools, meters and test equipment.
• Checks completeness and accuracy of maintenance forms such as work orders, parts requests and maintenance sheets; records data such as hours worked, work performed, speedometer/hour meter readings, parts used.
• Ensures all tools, personal protective equipment and clothing issued remain safe, secure and serviceable reporting any deficiencies.
• Assists with parts research by means of the commercial manuals, technical orders and parts manuals; checks all parts research to ensure accuracy and that only required repair parts are ordered.
• Inspects vehicles after preparation of USAF vehicle assets for air/land/sea movement.
• Ensures all hazardous materials are handled, stored and disposed of in accordance with Amentum Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and host nation rules.
• Ensures that only current up-to-date technical orders and commercial manuals are used when repairing vehicles or assisting in repairs.
• Uses quality database to enter and maintain all inspections required by SOP, WI's and all PWs publications.
• Reports any discrepancies in shop first aid kits, fire extinguishers and eyewash stations.
• 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 excellent organizational skills and be able to understand, speak, read and write English at an intermediate level.
• 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 and light to heavy military type vehicles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four years' experience in vehicle repair required with three years on USAF equipment required.
• Two years' experience in a quality control capacity and the ability to mentor individuals on a corrective action plan.
• Will 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 task being performed.
• Physically capable of performing all required duties; capable of lifting/pushing/pulling minimum of 50 lbs. and performing extensive work handling/lifting equipment.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Preferred qualifications

• Proficiency in the use of personal computers with Windows operating system and Microsoft Office to include as a minimum, Excel and Word systems is preferred.
• Recognized national qualification in vehicle maintenance at a higher level preferred.