Compressed Air Systems Operator job at Amentum
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Compressed Air Systems Operator
2026-04-14T17:15:54+00:00
Amentum
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FULL_TIME
Lamu
Lamu
00100
Kenya
Construction
Science & Engineering, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Cleaning & Facilities
KES
MONTH
2026-04-22T17:00:00+00:00
8

Responsibilities or duties

The Compressed Air Systems Operator is responsible for the operation, monitoring, and basic maintenance of compressed air systems in accordance with Navy operational standards and facility requirements. Responsibilities include starting, stopping, and monitoring compressors, dryers, receivers, and associated equipment to ensure reliable delivery of compressed air to supported systems and operations.

The operator conducts routine inspections, monitors system pressures and performance indicators, and records operational data in logs and reports. This role includes identifying abnormal conditions, responding to alarms, and notifying maintenance or supervisory personnel of system irregularities in accordance with established procedures.

Additional duties include performing housekeeping and preventive maintenance tasks, assisting with minor troubleshooting, supporting system testing, and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and operational protocols. The Compressed Air Systems Operator supports continuous, mission‑critical infrastructure operations in a remote, team‑oriented environment.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Minimum Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Basic knowledge of compressors, mechanical systems, and equipment monitoring
  • Ability to read gauges, meters, and basic technical documentation
  • Willingness to work rotating shifts or on‑call schedules as required
  • Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally
  • Passport must be valid for at least one year beyond hire date
  • Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience working in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi‑national workforce
  • Experience supporting Navy, DoD, or industrial utility operations
  • Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and safety procedures
  • Strong attention to detail, communication, and teamwork skills.
  • Valid country driver’s license
  • Ability to obtain country‑specific visa(s) in accordance with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide

Experience needed

1–3 years of experience operating or supporting compressed air systems, industrial equipment, or utility systems

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

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 and 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 his/her 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 job

  • Operation, monitoring, and basic maintenance of compressed air systems.
  • Starting, stopping, and monitoring compressors, dryers, receivers, and associated equipment.
  • Conducting routine inspections.
  • Monitoring system pressures and performance indicators.
  • Recording operational data in logs and reports.
  • Identifying abnormal conditions and responding to alarms.
  • Notifying maintenance or supervisory personnel of system irregularities.
  • Performing housekeeping and preventive maintenance tasks.
  • Assisting with minor troubleshooting.
  • Supporting system testing.
  • Ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and operational protocols.
  • Basic knowledge of compressors, mechanical systems, and equipment monitoring.
  • Ability to read gauges, meters, and basic technical documentation.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Communication skills.
  • Teamwork skills.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid passport valid for at least one year beyond hire date.
  • Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
  • Valid country driver’s license (Preferred).
  • Ability to obtain country‑specific visa(s) (Preferred).
high school
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Vacancy title:
Compressed Air Systems Operator

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Construction, Category: Science & Engineering, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Cleaning & Facilities]

Jobs at:
Amentum

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, April 22 2026

Duty Station:
Lamu | Lamu

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, April 14 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Responsibilities or duties

The Compressed Air Systems Operator is responsible for the operation, monitoring, and basic maintenance of compressed air systems in accordance with Navy operational standards and facility requirements. Responsibilities include starting, stopping, and monitoring compressors, dryers, receivers, and associated equipment to ensure reliable delivery of compressed air to supported systems and operations.

The operator conducts routine inspections, monitors system pressures and performance indicators, and records operational data in logs and reports. This role includes identifying abnormal conditions, responding to alarms, and notifying maintenance or supervisory personnel of system irregularities in accordance with established procedures.

Additional duties include performing housekeeping and preventive maintenance tasks, assisting with minor troubleshooting, supporting system testing, and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and operational protocols. The Compressed Air Systems Operator supports continuous, mission‑critical infrastructure operations in a remote, team‑oriented environment.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Minimum Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Basic knowledge of compressors, mechanical systems, and equipment monitoring
  • Ability to read gauges, meters, and basic technical documentation
  • Willingness to work rotating shifts or on‑call schedules as required
  • Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally
  • Passport must be valid for at least one year beyond hire date
  • Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience working in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi‑national workforce
  • Experience supporting Navy, DoD, or industrial utility operations
  • Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and safety procedures
  • Strong attention to detail, communication, and teamwork skills.
  • Valid country driver’s license
  • Ability to obtain country‑specific visa(s) in accordance with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide

Experience needed

1–3 years of experience operating or supporting compressed air systems, industrial equipment, or utility systems

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

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 and 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 his/her 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 job

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: high school

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Job Info
Job Category: Computer/ IT jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Wednesday, April 22 2026
Duty Station: Lamu | Lamu
Posted: 14-04-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 14-04-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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