Baghdad, IRQ
7 days ago
BMW Specialist
OCONUS - The OEM Vehicle Maintenance Technician - BMW Specialist will be based at one of three PAE sites in Iraq and serve the Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract in support of the U.S. Department of State. This position will be responsible for performing maintenance and repairs on all site BMW vehicles and will report to the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor. The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive. **DUTIES:** + Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace. + Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation. + Perform routine maintenance checks and adjustments on BMW engines and vehicles for such things as fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, tires, and clutches. Change filters and oil. Lubricate vehicles and motor driven equipment. + Tune gas and diesel engines and, as needed, replace spark plugs, fuel filters, injectors, and turbo chargers. + Diagnose problems, disassemble units, repair or replace parts, and reassemble units in the following systems: + **Brake System:** Repair or replace shoes, pads, drums, hoses, calipers, and cylinders. + **Cooling System:** Flush radiator, replace hoses and thermostat, repair or replace radiator and water pump. Drive System: Repair and replace drive shaft, differential, axle, transmission, and clutch. + **Electrical System:** Repair or replace fuses, batteries, lights, instruments, warning devices, controls and switches, computer controls, modules, alternators, starters, and defective cables and wiring. + **Exhaust and Emissions Control System:** Replace mufflers, manifolds, catalytic converters, and pipes. + **Heating and Air Conditioning System:** Repair or replace heater cores, condensers, compressors, hoses, and controls; recharge air conditioning systems. + **Hydraulic and Air Systems:** Repair or replace hoses, valves, cylinders, compressors, and pumps. + **Steering and Suspension System:** Repairs rack and pinion steering systems. Align and balance wheels, repair or replace tie rods, ball joints, gear boxes, shock absorbers, springs, steering linkage, kingpins, power steering, hoses, and pumps. + Overhaul BMW engines, replace engines, and rebuild vehicle components. + Fabricate, modify, and install special equipment or replacement parts. + Maintain service logs and records of maintenance on vehicles and motorized equipment. + Keep tools, equipment, and work area clean, organized, and in good working condition. + Assist in training lower-level workers in automotive mechanic techniques, as needed. + Road tests vehicles. + Complete records, maintain tools and equipment, and perform various clean-up activities. + Observe and follows all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment. + Perform additional duties and projects as assigned. **REQUIRED:** + **Minimum Acceptable Experience Level:** 10 years’ experience working with BMW vehicles. + **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** + Knowledge of automotive repairs and maintenance. + Ability to follow directions and communicate with staff and co-workers. + Ability to lift heavy parts and equipment. + **Education:** A high school diploma or GED. + **Licenses and Certifications:** + Valid drivers’ and truck drivers’ licenses from Home of Record. + Valid ASE or similar certification to work specifically on BMW vehicles. + **Security Vetting:** Already possess an active DoD or DoS Secret clearance or be able to obtain a favorable Secret clearance prior to being hired. Must maintain eligibility for the duration of the contract. + **Language Skills:** Satisfactory English proficiency to meet job requirements and to adhere and comply with safety, health, and security measures. + **Medical:** Successfully complete and pass the medical and dental examinations as required by PAE and our customer for deployment to Iraq. Must maintain physical and dental requirements for duration of deployment. **DESIRED:** + Relevant overseas BMW engine and automotive mechanical experience. + Previous out of home country experience and previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions are a plus. + Experience working with PAE. **OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:** + Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting automotive mechanical functions at an overseas facility. + Experience providing excellent customer services. + Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules. + Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective. + Excellent organizational and time management skills. + Computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel. + Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team. + Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change. + Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information. 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