Maintenance Trades Helper

Position Type: Full-time, Non-exempt

Work Location: Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, CA

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 33-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we’ve developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction.

At Port Hueneme, CA, SA-TECH operates and performs operational and intermediate level maintenance for aerial and seaborne assets in support of the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division’s (NAWCWD’s) Targets and Marine Operations Division, including air and sea vehicles and vessels used for manned and unmanned training and test events.

We are currently seeking to hire a qualified Maintenance Trades Helper supporting small engine repair, dockside at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, CA.

Primary duties include (other duties may be added):

• Support small engine repair, dockside at Point Hueneme, CA.
• Use power and hand tools. 
• Diagnose and assist in repairing marine gasoline inboard/outboard marine engines. 
• Assist in diagnosing marine engine malfunctions (all models) and help effect repairs to restore equipment to an operating condition.
• Follow established preventative maintenance programs utilizing technical service manuals and schematic charts for marine engines and related marine equipment under the care of a qualified technician. 
• Assist in fabrication of equipment and provide recommendations for required purchase of parts and supplies.
• Occasionally serve as a crew member on various size vessels.
• Additional duties may include earning appropriate certification to operate Weight Handling Equipment (WHE), conduct line handling, and boat checks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Conditions:

• Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors. 
• Outdoor duties may be performed on shore and afloat on even or uneven surfaces, which may be dry or wet. 
• Requires the ability to work in a seaborne environment with some shift work at remote locations with multiple over-night assignments. 
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Travel to remote working locations required and routine deployments on support and target vessels may be required, INCONUS and occasional OCONUS for mission support.
• Overtime required at times to support operations. 
• Work Schedule currently is a 9/80 schedule (Mon – Thurs 9 hours, alternating Friday, 1 work 8 hrs. 1 off)

Education/Experience/Skills:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Mercury Marine gasoline inboard/outboard marine engines.
• Familiarity using hand and power tools.
• Must be comfortable at sea for extended time.
• Previous military experience or experience supporting the military preferred.
• Current CA Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required and you must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance prior to start date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.

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Working at SA-TECH:

As a highly regarded DoD employer, SA-TECH recognizes that our success is indicative of our team members' hard work and dedication towards a common goal… Supporting our Warfighters. Along with unparalleled stability, we have the ingredients for superior performance with a servant leadership mentality that provides an affirmation of purpose and value in a team-oriented positive work environment. As such, we provide a sense of family, competitive pay and employee benefits, along with a strong commitment to the professional development of our workforce and for providing broad career opportunities throughout the United States.

SA-TECH provides employees with:

• Employee Recognition
• Above-Average Compensation
• Competitive Employee Benefits
• Continuous Training and Professional Development
• Ample Career Advancement Opportunities

Highlights of SA-TECH’s employee benefits include:

• Medical plan with excellent prescription coverage
• Dental plan with orthodontics for children
• Vision plan
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Sick leave
• Flexible PTO options

SA-TECH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.