Motor Vehicle Mechanic

About the role

Amentum is seeking a skilled Motor Vehicle Mechanic to support a unique U.S. Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. You will ensure the operational readiness of a wide range of vehicles and handling equipment through maintenance, repair, and emergency service.

Key responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on Non‑Tactical Vehicles (NTVE), Weight Handling Equipment (WHE), Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and Other Handling Equipment (OHE).
• Inspect, troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues using current diagnostic procedures.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance to keep equipment mission‑ready.
• Comply with NAVFAC P‑307 requirements for all WHE work.
• Maintain and operate Air Force War Reserve Material (WRM) vehicles per Air Force standards.
• Provide emergency road service from 0700 to 2100 hours, seven days a week.
• Record all repairs, inspections and maintenance activities in accordance with quality and safety protocols.

Required profile

• Minimum two (2) years of journeyman‑level experience with vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid passport with at least one year remaining validity and ability to obtain required visas.
• Ability to work onsite on Diego Garcia and adhere to strict safety and PPE standards.

Required skills

• Vehicle maintenance and repair
• Mechanical diagnostics
• Preventive and corrective maintenance
• NAVFAC P‑307 compliance
• Air Force WRM vehicle operation
• Emergency road service