Security Barrier Technician

Security Barrier Technician

Legacy Job Number: (not specified)

Purpose and Scope

The purpose of this position is to perform the full range of inspections, maintenance, repair and operation of all assigned security barrier equipment that physically supports airfield operations, base facilities and security posts.

Essential Responsibilities

Maintain and adhere to applicable technical orders and good commercial practices for all maintenance actions, including:

• Ordering parts
• Installing, programming, calibrating, troubleshooting, testing, and repairing barriers and operational systems
• Executing recurring scheduled preventive maintenance and non‑recurring maintenance as required
• Managing hazardous materials and waste and ensuring environmental compliance in their handling and disposal
• Executing complete replacement of barrier systems when necessary
• Recording maintenance activities and analyzing records to correct non‑optimal practices and conditions
• Issuing reports to site management and monitoring warranties
• Conducting periodic operation and inspection of idle equipment
• Performing preservation, cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment of equipment as field intermediate‑level maintenance actions
• Processing all parts requisitions through government established processes

Principal Accountabilities

• Inspect all moving parts for wear or excessive wear and repair or replace as necessary
• Inspect all electrical wiring for wear and repair or replace as necessary
• Inspect batteries for proper voltage per manufacturer specifications and repair or replace as necessary
• Inspect hydraulic systems for wear, leaks, and proper fluid level per manufacturer specifications and repair or replace as necessary
• Inspect lights for proper operation per manufacturer specifications and repair or replace as necessary
• Inspect barrier operation and repair as necessary; verify normal operation up and down
• When applicable, perform emergency operation (immediate up) after coordination with COR

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Minimum five (2) years’ experience in the security barrier field
• Experience and proficiency working with IP5000, MP‑5000, and B1310 barriers, tiger teeth, and manual sliding arms
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Fluent reading, writing, speaking and understanding of English
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET US Government Clearance (US citizenship required)
• Valid state driver license and qualification to operate government general‑purpose vehicles
• Experience communicating with Government or military personnel
• Perform all other position‑related duties as assigned or requested

Required Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands

The employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently must walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl while working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. The employee may lift items weighing 20–40 pounds and occasionally 40–50 pounds. The job may require exposure to wet or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme heat; and risk of electrical shock. Noise levels are usually moderate. The employee must maintain physical fitness to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds and use appropriate personal protective equipment in hazardous conditions. Working conditions can be remote, uncomfortable, and subject to short‑notice changes under adverse circumstances.

Compensation Details

Compensation range or hourly rate will be provided as a good‑faith estimate at the time of posting and may vary based on responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.