Operates a variety of wheeled and/or tracked military tactical vehicles with closed hatches in confined spaces during long periods for the purpose of test and evaluation. Interprets technical manual (TM) procedures and assists with all crew level preventative maintenance checks and services as described in the TM. Installs and secures payload in/on test vehicles and trailers as required for testing. Follows and adheres to the Crew Chief and test officer’s directives. Records test incident data, observations and maintenance actions in the Test Vehicle Daily Operations Log and reports test related information to the appropriate personnel. Utilizes basic mathematics to maintain test mileage summaries. Adheres to Government and Contract policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and cross utilize as necessary to perform other test priority duties. Assists the test officer with test support equipment set-up and teardown. Performs other duties as required to complete the assigned mission. This position is covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Pay Rate: $23.93

Education/Licenses/Certifications/Experience Requirements:

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and maintain for the duration of employment.

Must have a minimum of six (6) months experience with heavy trucks, heavy equipment and/or tactical military vehicles.

Job Skills Requirements:

Must be able to pass a basic written skills test.

Physical Requirements:

Must pass a pre-employment drug screening, DOT physical and periodic retests.

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned.

Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions including summer temperatures peaking around 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

Must meet the physical requirements necessary to perform operations outlined, performed, and stated in the SOPs.

Must be capable of climbing up and into large vehicles up to 10 feet high.

Must be able to lift 60 lbs. unassisted.

Job Requirements:

Must be able speak, write, read, and understand English.

Must have a well-mannered customer service attitude.

Must be willing to cross-train in other areas.

Must use “down-time” effectively to the benefit of test, self, and company.

Must be punctual, responsible, and dependable.

Must demonstrate motivation, initiative, and reliability.

Must be adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions.

Must have a demonstrated ability to follow instructions and company policy.

Must be able to deliver quality products to the customer and be responsive to their needs.

Must be safety and security conscious, complying with rules and policies.

Must be able to work both as part of a team and independently.

Must be able to work day or night shifts as necessary to meet specific test missions.

Must be able to travel.

Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed, sometimes on short notice, to support test missions.

Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions.

Must have dependable transportation and a dependable means of communication.

Additional Desirable Qualifications:

Tanker Vehicle and Hazardous Materials endorsements.

Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Must possess or be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.

Must be a current TRAX employee or affiliate subcontractor for internal postings.

Relevance of experience to be determined by hiring manager.

Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

TRAX International, Test Services Division, participates in E-Verify.

TRAX is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability.

TRAX Test Services promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing, as per applicable State Laws.

Must be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.