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Vehicle Mechanic (SkillBridge Intern) - 20287

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HII

Feb 17

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Logistics
    Engineering
  • Newport News

AI generated summary

  • You must be active-duty military within 180 days of service, have a high school or trade school education, 6 years of experience, and be able to obtain a secret clearance.
  • You will train on projects, assist with mechanical and electrical system maintenance, collaborate with teams, conduct inspections, and support preventive maintenance and assessments.

Requirements

  • Must be Active-Duty Military within final 180 days of active-duty service. Applications accepted within final 12 months of active-duty military service. Education and Experience dependent on Program of Instruction.
  • Must have ability to obtain and possess a secret security clearance.
  • High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 6 years of related experience.
  • Familiarity with basic hand tools, portable electric/pneumatic tools, bench tools.
  • Reading automotive electrical and hydraulic diagrams.

Responsibilities

  • The intern will actively train on meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor and with senior company leadership. The intern will be assigned special projects as needed.
  • At the end of four months, the intern will be able to develop skills needed to schedule, track, assess, and repair rakes, steering/suspension, engine repair, electrical systems, heating/air conditioning and automatic transmissions, truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists.
  • The intern will develop a good understanding of advance automobile technician skills. This includes: Familiarity with schedule, track, assess, and repair equipment. Planning and scheduling of Navy Preventive Maintenance Systems, both ashore and afloat. Advanced diagnostics and repair. Collaboration/Coordination with Ships Force to provide a "Hands On" approach/ technique specific to the Sailors individual strengths.
  • Mission Technologies will benefit from the military background of the Skillbridge intern and considers the Skillbridge internship an overall positive experience.
  • Skillbridge Intern will be available during core hours (7:30 AM to 4:00 PM) for critical meetings and training.
  • Collaborate/Coordinate with Contractors/Ships Force to complete mechanical and electrical system maintenance checks on board and report assigned/designated Civil Engineering Support Equipment (CESE).
  • Collaborate/Coordinate with users/Ships Force to perform mechanical and electrical system maintenance checks on board and report assigned/designated Civil Engineering Support Equipment (CESE) with Team Lead or Senior technician.
  • By direction of Team Lead provide mechanical and electrical system maintenance with customer/Ships Force in the field.
  • Shadow Team Lead or Senior technician with a close out and op-test of equipment in the field.
  • Collaborate/Coordinate with users/Ships Force to perform mechanical and electrical system maintenance checks on Civil Engineering End Items (CEEI).
  • Collaborate/Coordinate with users/Ships Force to perform inspection and repair of Hatch Boxes, and ISO and ISU cargo containers to determine project scope, repairs, and necessary replacements in accordance with approved work requests.
  • Assessments to include an engineering analysis of TOA systems, as well as components and sub-components to determine system compatibility.
  • TOA systems and sub-systems that fail compatibility assessments will be reported to the government with an engineering analysis of the deficiencies and recommendations for correction.
  • Support Collateral equipment program for all CESE assigned in accordance with the COMNECC/COMNECCPACINST 4590.1 series. Assist the Collateral custodian and shall create a CB 60 form for each USN#. The contractor shall ensure that all collateral equipment is either properly mounted on the equipment or properly stored and preserved and that all locations are annotated on the appropriate CB60 form.
  • Complete and submit Technical Feedback Reports for identified CESE outlining deficiencies with prescribed maintenance, procedural errors, improvement in quality.
  • Develop Automotive Technician for training in material removal for field work.
  • Participate in mission planning meetings and provide feedback on tools, schedule, tracking, assessments, and repair of equipment. Serviceability inspections and preventative maintenance with "Hands On" approach/ technique specific to the Sailors individual strengths. Collaborate/Coordinate with users/Ships Force.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Vehicle Mechanic (SkillBridge Intern) - 20287.

What kind of internship is this?

This is an UNPAID internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program for transitioning active-duty US military personnel.

Who is eligible to apply for this internship?

Active-Duty Military personnel within their final 180 days of active-duty service are eligible to apply.

Where is the training location for this internship?

The training location is Fort Eustis, VA.

Is a security clearance required for this position?

Yes, the intern must have the ability to obtain and possess a secret security clearance.

What skills will the intern develop during this internship?

The intern will develop skills in scheduling, tracking, assessing, and repairing truck mechanics and diesel engine principles, as well as advanced diagnostics and repair.

How long is the duration of the internship?

The duration of the internship is approximately 3-4 months.

Are there any travel requirements for this position?

Required travel is minimal, ranging from 0 - 10%.

What are the typical working hours for this internship?

The intern will be available during core hours from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM for critical meetings and training.

What educational background is preferred for this role?

A high school education or equivalent, such as trade school, is required, along with at least 6 years of related experience.

Is there an opportunity for full-time employment after the internship?

Yes, the internship is focused on transitioning military personnel into roles that could easily become full-time positions.

Are there any physical requirements for this position?

Yes, physical requirements will vary and depend on the Program of Instruction.

Does HII offer any benefits for this internship?

This is an unpaid internship; however, HII offers various benefits for full-time positions, including medical, dental, vision plans, and more.

What is the final goal of the internship program?

The goal is for the intern to gain real-world experience and acquire skills necessary for a potential full-time position within HII Mission Technologies.

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HII

In Service of the Nation, Each Other and You

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2011
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We serve those who protect our freedom. Our 44,000-strong team builds the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Here you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build your future. On a team that offers you stability, competitive benefits, training, and opportunities to grow, you get to do and become more than you imagined, and contribute to a mission bigger than yourself.

Benefits

  • Physical Wellbeing

    Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plans; onsite family health center; coaching, advocacy and other wellness resources.

  • Financial Wellbeing

    Competitive pay; 401(k) Savings Plans; financial planning tool, education and expert guidance; life insurance.

  • Emotional Wellbeing

    Employee assistance program; HERO: Employees Reach Out; coaching, advocacy and other wellness resources.