Mechanics Technician

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Mechanic Technician to join our team at U.S. Army Europe and Africa. As a Mechanic Technician, you will be responsible for testing, installing, reconditioning, troubleshooting, and repairing electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical malfunctions in various types of target lifting systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test and install electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical components in target lifting systems
• Repair and replace parts such as relays, switches, rectifiers, diodes, and other electrical components
• Use blueprints, wiring diagrams, and maintenance manuals to troubleshoot and repair malfunctions
• Fabricate and repair sensor cable assemblies
• Test and install electrical target systems, including distribution panels, power conditioners, motor start controls, transformers, and interconnect boxes
• Replace and repair electrical wiring, battery cables, suppression boards, and other electrical components
• Repair and test hydraulic parts in moving target carriers, stationary, and personnel target lifting mechanisms and track assemblies
• Assemble and install individual thermal heating cables for target silhouettes
• Maintain detailed knowledge of range operating characteristics and interface requirements of equipment components and software
• Perform range restoral and network maintenance actions
• Install, test, troubleshoot, and repair components of a range operating Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) and Very High speed Digital Subscriber Line (VDSL) network system

Requirements:

• Completed vocational training of at least 30 months in the appropriate trade
• 5 years of specialized experience, or
• Completed vocational training in the appropriate trade PLUS 2 years experience at a level of difficulty comparable to the Wage Group 5 or equivalent
• 8 years of specialized experience, of which 3 years must have been performed at the wage group 5 or equivalent level
• German driver's license class B
• German Language Proficiency level B2

Working Conditions:

• Shift work required
• Lifting and carrying up to 60 lbs required

Benefits:

• Global employer with cultural diversity and equal opportunities
• Employment in an international environment with a welcoming atmosphere
• High level of job security and attractive pay under German tariff agreements
• 30 days of annual leave; 36 days for severely handicapped employees
• Vacation and Christmas pay
• Various additional social benefits
• Flexible work schedules; mobile work; length-of-service/performance awards
• Health promotion and fitness programs