Elevator Mechanic

About the role

Amentum is seeking an Elevator Mechanic to support a unique U.S. Navy program on Diego Garcia. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing elevators and related equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation in a remote overseas environment.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain a safe workplace and comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements.
• Diagnose and repair faults in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems using test equipment such as ammeters, voltmeters, and continuity testers.
• Disassemble defective units, replace parts (locks, gears, cables, safety devices) and lubricate bearings to minimize friction.
• Install or repair transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, and conduit systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance according to published schedules and provide input for maintenance task upgrades.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED; apprenticeship or Journeyman’s Certificate with relevant field experience.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and manufacturers’ manuals.
• Knowledge of applicable European and/or U.S. Electrical Codes and elevator maintenance procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, multi‑cultural environment and obtain/maintain required passports, visas, medical clearances, and facility credentials.

Required skills

• Use of test lamps, ammeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, continuity testers, feeler gauges, and frequency counters.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, layouts, and technical specifications.
• Preventative maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency.
• Experience with Otis GEN2 MRL elevators (preferred).