Taxi Driver

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.

Amentum is seeking a Taxi Driver to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The Taxi Driver is responsible for operating Non-Tactical Vehicles and Equipment (NTVE) safely and in compliance with governing standards. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensuring adherence to NAVFAC P-300 standards in the operation, care, and maintenance of Non-Tactical Vehicles and Equipment (NTVE).
• Providing transportation services safely and efficiently to authorized personnel as directed.
• Maintaining cleanliness and operational readiness of assigned vehicles.
• Conducting basic vehicle inspections, such as checking fluid levels, tire condition, and lights, to ensure safe operating conditions.
• Reporting any mechanical issues, defects, or maintenance requirements promptly to ensure vehicles remain in compliance with operational standards.
• Complying with local traffic laws, regulations, and organizational vehicle use policies.
• Providing courteous service to passengers, ensuring passenger safety and adhering to established schedules.
• Ensuring vehicle logs and trip reports are accurate, complete, and submitted as required.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license appropriate for operating assigned vehicles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to NAVFAC P-300 standards for Non-Tactical Vehicle operation.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience operating light or medium-duty vehicles in a professional setting.
• Must be able to work independently in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport should be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment.
• Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce is preferred.
• Familiarity with U.S. military and NAVFAC vehicle operation standards, specifically NAVFAC P-300.
• Excellent organizational, customer service, and time management skills.

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, 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 their 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 the job.

Working Environment

This position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remote overseas location supporting U.S. Government operations. Employees may work in office, industrial, warehouse, port, airfield, and outdoor environments and may be exposed to high temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain. Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on operational requirements.

Physical Requirements

Requirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments. Must be able to meet all medical, security, and deployment requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseas location.