Sweeper Operator for US Navy Program

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Sweeper Operator to support a unique US Navy program on Diego Garcia. The role involves operating street and industrial sweepers to keep roadways, airfields and facility surfaces clean while adhering to Navy and Amentum standards.

Key responsibilities

• Operate street sweepers, vacuum sweepers and airfield sweepers on assigned routes.
• Perform pre‑operation inspections, routine maintenance checks and basic troubleshooting.
• Safely remove debris, sand, vegetation and foreign objects from designated areas.
• Maintain accurate logs of equipment usage, maintenance actions and completed work.
• Coordinate with supervisors and other departments for scheduled and unscheduled cleaning operations.

Required profile

• 1–3 years of experience operating sweepers or similar heavy equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent and a valid country driver’s licence.
• Certified to operate street and airfield sweepers per DoD and Annex 17 regulations.
• Valid passport (minimum one year beyond hire date) and ability to obtain required visas.
• Ability to pass contract medical, security and deployment requirements.

Required skills

• Operation of street sweepers.
• Operation of vacuum and airfield sweepers.
• Basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Log keeping and documentation.