WHE Crane Technician

Amentum is seeking a WHE/MHE Inspection/Certification Technician on Andros Island, Bahamas to the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC) Mission in Andros Island, Bahamas. AUTEC is a Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB) and the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division Newport's largest single team project, providing both deep and shallow water test and training environments. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Essential Responsibilities:

• As a core member of our technical team, you will ensure the safety, compliance, and reliability of critical lifting and material handling assets.
• Safety & Compliance: Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance, load testing, and rigorous safety inspections on Weight Handling Equipment (WHE) and Material Handling Equipment (MHE) maintaining US Navy standards and requirements.
• Inspections: Conduct detailed mechanical and electrical inspections of overhead cranes (Cat 1, Cat 3, Cat 4), rigging gear, and specialized marine equipment.
• Accurate Recordkeeping: Manage material deficiency reports and maintain meticulous inspection logs in accordance with US Navy standards.
• Ordnance Support: Certify ordnance-related rigging gear to ensure safe, mission-ready operations.
• Team Collaboration: Assist with active crane lift operations and collaborate with other base departments to ensure seamless logistics.
• Assist with crane lift operations as needed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years of hands-on experience repairing and maintaining overhead cranes, heavy industrial machinery, or military equivalent systems.
• Certified Commercial Overhead Crane Mechanic/Electrical Technician OR equivalent military training (e.g., Navy AS/Aviation Support Equipment Technician, Army/Marine or Air Force heavy equipment mechanic).
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S government Secret security clearance.
• Must possess a valid U.S. Passport and a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, climb ladders and use manlifts.
• Pass drug and alcohol screenings as well as DOT medical examinations.
• Must be ready and excited to reside in a remote island location with comfortable but basic community facilities and limited medical services.

Preferred Qualifications:

• We are looking for a skilled, self-motivated technician who thrives in unique environments. We highly encourage Military Veterans with equivalent heavy equipment, aviation, or maritime maintenance backgrounds to apply.