Amentum is hiring a qualified Aircraft Worker/Washer in support of Kadena Air Base, 18th EMS.

The Aircraft Worker/Washer washes aircraft and aircraft components as required utilizing a high-pressure wash system. Performs pre/post wash lubrication of aircraft.

• Install and remove protective covers.

• Move aircraft utilizing towing equipment.

• Operate ground support equipment.

• Operate portable firefighting equipment.

• Assist in the movement of aircraft.

• Prepare aircraft for washing by ensuring vent areas are taped and all protective covers are in place.

• Wash and rinse external and internal surface of aircraft and aircraft components to remove grease, dirt, oil fungus and stains.

• Use and maintain high-pressure wash system.

• Polish and clean windscreens / canopies with water, polishing / cleansing compounds, and cloth.

• Comply with Foreign Object Damage (FOD), Hazardous Waste, and Tool Control programs.

• Comply with all established general and industrial safety rules and regulations as applicable to the contract, facility, and job assignment.

• Obtain and maintain required government / company owned Ground Support Equipment licenses while assigned as an Aircraft Washer.

• Utilize two-way communication equipment as required.

• Perform other qualified duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum Requirements:

  * Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. (Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance.)

  * May be required to complete a SF-85/86 in EQIP as required to maintain possession of a CAC card. Unfavorable background checks may result in termination if determination is made you are not eligible for a CAC card.

  * Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

  * Must be able to meet physical requirements associated with and/or pass any medical examination requirements related to performing daily assigned tasks.

  * High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

  * Must be able to work all assigned shifts & schedules.

  * Must have a US Passport.

  * Must be able to speak, read and write English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) or more months aviation maintenance and/or other related mechanical abilities.

• Familiar with normal operational safety requirements, working on and around aircraft and ground support equipment.

• Capable of comprehending written and oral instructions for the use of aircraft cleaning equipment.

Physical/Working Environment:

• May require the use of respirator.

• Requires shift work and a diversity of working conditions that may range from standard shop type environment where there may be no physical discomfort, to an environment where inclement weather may subject individual to severe changes in temperature, direct sunlight, wind, rain, etc.

• May be required to work where high noise hazards prevail.

• Will be required to wear protective clothing and other safety equipment during periods of extreme hot and cold temperatures.

• Exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, materials identified on the Material Safety Data Sheets, working on or around aircraft and machinery.

• Aircraft flight line, hangars, and maintenance shops.

• Able to physically operate aircraft ground servicing equipment including vehicles, tugs, tractors, and high-pressure soap and water systems.