Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Overview

Heavy Equipment Mechanic (2026-26212):

Bowhead is seeking a Heavy Truck Mechanic to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on heavy-duty vehicles and related equipment located on a military installation. To include other vehicles with similar characteristics, including their gasoline and diesel engines and other mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronically controlled systems, tactical vehicles, diesel, and gasoline-powered equipment. The mechanic inspects, diagnoses, repairs, services, and tests assigned vehicles to ensure they are safe, operational, and available to support mission requirements. Work is completed in accordance with applicable technical manuals, manufacturer specifications, safety requirements, environmental regulations, and established work-order procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance checks and services on heavy-duty trucks, generators, tractors, trailers, and other assigned vehicles or equipment.

• Diagnoses and repairs diesel engines, transmissions, drivetrains, steering systems, suspension systems, air and hydraulic brake systems, electrical systems, and fuel systems.

• Inspects vehicles to identify worn, damaged, missing, or defective components.

• Uses diagnostic equipment, testes instruments, hand tools, and power tools to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.

• Removes, repairs, replaces, and installs vehicle or generator components and assemblies.

• Performs air-brake inspections, adjustments, and repairs in accordance with applicable requirements.

• Conducts road tests and operational checks to confirm that repairs were completed properly.

• Responds to service calls and assists with disabled vehicle recovery when required.

• Reviews work orders, technical manuals, maintenance instructions, and equipment records before performing maintenance.

• Documents inspections, labor, parts, deficiencies, and completed repairs accurately on applicable work orders and maintenance records.

• Notifies the supervisor when additional repairs, replacement parts, or specialized support are required.

• Maintains accountability for tools, equipment, repairs parts, and Government-furnished property.

• Keeps work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.

• Properly handles and disposes of oil, fuel, batteries, filters, and other hazardous materials.

• Follows company policies, installation requirements, traffic regulations, and safety procedures.

• Wears required personal protective equipment and exercises Stop Work Authority when an unsafe condition exists.

• Supports quality-control inspections and corrects identified maintenance deficiencies within the authorized scope of work.

• Minimum basic understanding of electricity and hydraulics, and the skill needed to make adjustments and settings.

• As identified by the Supervisor or Management, performs other related duties necessary to support vehicle or generator maintenance operations.

• Must have a basic understanding of on-board computer diagnostic systems and other test equipment, and the ability to test automotive computer control systems and emission systems.

• EPA certified.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsements and other endorsement that will allow the operation of buses exceeding 26,000 pounds (gross vehicle weight) and the operation of liquid transporters with a capacity of 1,000 gallons or more.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of two years of experience repairing heavy-duty trucks, diesel-powered vehicles, or comparable equipment.

• Working knowledge of diesel engines, air-brake systems, electrical systems, transmissions, steering, suspension, and hydraulic systems.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, maintenance instructions, and work orders.

• Ability to operate diagnostic equipment and common automotive and heavy-truck repair tools.

• Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

• Commercial Driver's License with applicable endorsements is preferred or may be required based on assigned duties.

• Ability to obtain and maintain authorization to operate assigned vehicles and equipment.

• Ability to meet employment screening and military installation access requirements.

• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and accurately document completed work.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently lifts items weighing up to 30 pounds independently and occasionally lifts up to 65 pounds with assistance

• Must be able to stand, walk, and sit for prolonged amounts of time

• Uses arms, hands, and fingers for pulling and positioning materials, sewing, and using tools such as shears

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Public Trust Level (NACI). Due to the location of this work, U.S. citizenship is required. Bowhead reserves the right to change this requirement if necessitated by business needs or contractual obligations.

Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status EOE/D/V. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and subject to other state and federal requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters here .

All candidates must apply online at , and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance .

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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ID 2026-26212

Category Logistics & Transportation

Location : Location US-SC-Fort Jackson

SCA Hourly Rate USD $28.87/Hr.

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Public Trust (NAC)

Minimum Clearance Required Public Trust (NAC)

Travel Requirement N/A