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JOB TITLE: Warehouse Mechanic / Repair Technician

SUMMARY: DAWSON is looking for the next Warehouse Mechanic / Repair Technician to support our federal customers. This position is in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Warehouse Mechanic / Repair Technician will be responsible for preforming maintenance and repairs on material handling equipment to include but not limited to; Pallet Trucks, Electric Pallet Jacks, Forklifts, Reach Trucks, Burden Carriers, and Work Assist Vehicles used through FFD’s National Capital Region (NCR) facilities located in Franconia, VA, Washington, D.C., Cheverly, MD, Quantico, VA, and Winchester, VA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspects fleet to ensure equipment is operating properly and safely.
• Identifies and quarantines equipment requiring repair, notifying supervisor of inoperability.
• Performs regular maintenance on the fleet to include preventative maintenance.
• Removes unsafe equipment from facility operating area and notifies supervisor.
• Repairs equipment as needed.
• Maintains a stock of regularly required materials for repair.
• Notifies supervisor or required stock and job specific materials for order in a timely manner.
• Manages received materials and provides necessary invoice fulfillment information. (Date received, quantity, condition)
• Evaluates equipment upon completion of repairs, prior to return to service.
• Coordinates, schedules, and notifies sit POC’s of upcoming visits to complete maintenance, evaluations, and repairs.
• Ensures the MHE storage and maintenance areas at each site are kept in a safe and effective manner, Notifies supervisor of potential enhancements or concerns.
• Maintains repair log for fleet of equipment and verifies completion of daily checklists.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of mechanics training course required.
• Must be a certified technician.
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.
• Ability to use hand and power tools to repair equipment.
• Ability to read repair manuals for various types of equipment.
• Excellent mechanical repair skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Time management and scheduling skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• Ability to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work activities.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.

COMPETENCIES:

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be physically capable of accessing all parts of the material handling equipment needing repairs or maintenance, to include kneeling or lying on back.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used:
  • Dollies
  • Pallet jacks
  • Forklift
  • Stevedores
  • Flatbed carts
  • Safe lifting carts
  • Powered hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, etc)
• Travel may be required.

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.