Inspector - HVAC (Automotive)

at  Amentum

Work in Kuwait is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to obtain a work permit from the State of Kuwait, which is requested on the applicant’s behalf by their employer. Effective January 1, 2021, the Kuwait Public Authority of Manpower issued new work permit regulations, informing contractors that it will not issue a work permit to any individual who is fifty-nine (59) years or older and holds a high school grade certificate or less. A bachelor’s degree or higher is required for all candidates fifty-nine (59) years or older. See Administrative Decision No. (520) of 2020 AD – Amendment to the Administrative Decision No. (552) of 2018 on Issuing the Work Permit Regulations. Candidates with a current Visa 18 (residency visa) are excluded from the education requirement.
Purpose: Responsible to the Quality Control Lead for conducting technical inspections on HVAC/FSS systems to include initial, in-process and final inspections.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

EXPERIENCE:

• 3 or more years’ experience with HVAC systems and equipment required.
• 2 or more years of Quality Control/Inspection experience required.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Must have knowledge of diagnostic tools and forms used at the Field and Sustainment levels.
• Must be able to read and understand communications and electronic equipment schematics.
• Must have thorough knowledge of military technical publications.
• Must have a collaborative work style that fosters cooperation and teamwork.
• Must be customer service focused.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with all levels of personnel.
• Excellent organizational skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs initial inspections to determine the nature and extent of equipment repairs required.
• Performs final inspections on systems after repairs have been completed.
• Inspects parts and assemblies of AC and FSS systems as required.
• Determines serviceability of parts, diagnoses and determines remedies for failures commonly encountered in the repairs of vehicle A/C and FSS systems using a variety of diagnostic techniques and TMDE with little or no supervision.
• Prepares records of inspections/tests and makes them available to the QA/QC Department.
• Safely uses common hand tools and shop equipment effectively without assistance.
• May instruct other employees in proper repair maintenance procedures.
• Cross trains as required to ensure maximum flexibility and possession of technical skills in the development and maintenance of quality programs.
• Coordinates with Shop Supervisor when technical problems arise and in-depth mechanical knowledge is required.
• Maintain proficiency on related training tasks. Conducts surveillances and performs other administrative duties as required within the Quality Control Office.
• Ensures strict compliance to safety practices and support the Amentum Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Instills a safety-first mentality within respective work areas and a culture that achieves low accident rates and minimal lost-time injuries. Adhere to ISO Policies, Procedures, and Work Instructions in support of the Amentum Quality Management System.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.