Fire Equipment Mechanic Journeyman - Manda Bay, Kenya, Africa - Military Veterans

Camp Simba, Manda Bay, Kenya, Africa



Summary



This position will support US AFRCOM Major Command in the US Army’s Logistics Civil Augmentation Program (LOGCAP V). Two positions are open at present, in Djibouti and in Kenya. They are Direct Hire Full-time positions. Our Client is proud to design and build projects and careers. This purpose requires teams that are as unique as the projects they execute. Our Client is committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for all so their Employees and Stakeholders benefit. This position will be 7 days a week and 12 hours each day. Mechanics may be assigned to a day or a night shift. Environments can be from conventional indoor workspace to Project worksites with harsh working and living conditions. To ensure compliance with safety, health, and security requirements in the Contract, Employees will possess the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at the intermediate level as necessary to perform assigned job functions. Position requires the basic skills and physical ability necessary to perform assigned job functions.



Duties Summary



Performs repairs, testing and scheduled maintenance on a variety of both Structural and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) firefighting apparatus and rescue equipment. Perform examples include, but are not limited to, self-contained breathing apparatus, dive equipment, hydraulic rescue tools, ventilation fans and saws, rescue saws, fire hose, ground ladders and firefighter protective clothing.



Other duties as assigned

• Develops preventative maintenance schedules for firefighting and rescue equipment.
  
  
  
  
  • Air Testing / Air Compressors
  
  
  
  • Gas Detectors
  
  
  
  • Emergency Water Supply Pumps
  
  
  
  • Rescue Tools
  
  
  
  • Ventilation equipment
  
  
  
  
  
  



• Perform Testing and Certifications for the following equipment:
  
  
  
  
  • Ladder
  
  
  
  • Hose
  
  
  
  • Nozzles testing and maintenance
  
  
  
  • Appliances
  
  
  
  • Structural Pump Testing
  
  
  
  • ARFF Pump Testing
  
  
  
  
  
  



• Performs routine inspections and cleaning of protective clothing.



• Performs annual:
  
  
  
  
  • SCBA (MSA) mask fit testing,
  
  
  
  • Air Pack maintenance,
  
  
  
  • SCBA Bottle testing,
  
  
  
  • SCBA (MSA Mask and Regulator maintenance)
  
  
  
  
  
  



• Fire Extinguishers



• Repair and maintenance to Emergency Vehicle Apparatus systems
  
  
  
  
  • Pump
  
  
  
  • Discharge
  
  
  
  • Electronic control systems
  
  
  
  • All non-power train systems
  
  
  
  
  
  

• Must have a minimum of 5-6 years’ experience as Emergency Vehicle Technician for both Structural and ARFF Apparatus and Fire Service equipment maintenance and testing.



• Must possess a standard issue US Civilian driver’s license, any State or Territory



• Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVTCC) Structural and ARFF Apparatus Certification



• MSA (Mine Safety Appliance) Air Pack (SCBA) Maintenance certification (can receive after hiring)

• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Vaccine verification is required unless an exemption has been approved by the Company as a medical or religious accommodation, or other legally recognized exemption.



• Must be authorized to work in the Country where this position is located.

1. NFPA 1911 Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Testing, and Retirement of In-Service Automotive Fire Apparatus



2. NFPA 414 Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles

• DODI Manual 6055.06 Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program (F&ESCP)



• Or industrial/ municipal equivalent