Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for the inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of Army tactical and combat vehicles, heavy equipment, and material handling equipment (MHE) at a contractor-managed equipment turn-in site. This role ensures that equipment being received or turned in is serviceable, safe, and compliant with U.S. Army technical manuals (TMs), regulations, and contract requirements. The mechanic supports the turn-in process by identifying deficiencies, performing corrective actions, and preparing equipment for storage, transfer, or disposal.

Responsibilities

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic analyzes malfunctions and repairs, rebuilds and maintains power equipment, such as cranes, power shovels, scrapers, paving machines, motor graders, trench-digging machines, conveyors, bulldozers, dredges, pumps, compressors and pneumatic tools. This worker operates and inspects machines or equipment to diagnose defects, dismantles and reassembles equipment, using hoists and hand tools, examines parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges, replaces defective engines and subassemblies, such as transmissions, and tests overhauled equipment to insure operating efficiency. The mechanic welds broken parts and structural members, may direct workers engaged in cleaning parts and assisting with assembly and disassembly of equipment, and may repair, adjust and maintain mining machinery, such as stripping and loading shovels, drilling and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines.

• Perform technical inspections on heavy equipment, tactical vehicles, and MHE during the turn-in process.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system faults.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with Army TMs, DA PAM 750-8, and AR 750-1.
• Ensure compliance with Army safety standards and environmental regulations when servicing equipment.
• Perform repairs and adjustments on engines, transmissions, drivetrains, brakes, steering, suspension, and hydraulic systems.
• Service and maintain MHE (e.g., forklifts, cranes, loaders, rough terrain equipment).
• Conduct vehicle services (PMCS, lubrication, part replacement) to maintain serviceability.
• Identify unserviceable or non-repairable equipment and prepare appropriate documentation for disposition.
• Record inspections, maintenance, and repairs using Army-approved forms and systems (DA Form 2404/5988-E, GCSS-Army).
• Assist supply and property accountability staff in updating records for equipment condition codes.
• Maintain work orders, parts requisitions, and job completion records in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
• Follow all OSHA, Army, and company safety standards during maintenance operations.
• Use proper PPE, tools, and test equipment when working on Army vehicles and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with HAZMAT handling, storage, and disposal requirements.
• Coordinate with supply technicians and inspectors during mass turn-in events.
• Provide technical expertise on equipment serviceability and condition coding.
• Assist in preparing vehicles and heavy equipment for shipment, transfer, or long-term storage.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred; however, equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted. Technical training in heavy equipment or military maintenance desired.
• Experience: 35 years of experience as a mechanic on military or heavy equipment.
• Prior U.S. Army or contractor experience with tactical vehicles, combat systems, or MHE strongly preferred.
• U.S. Army maintenance standards and technical manuals.
• Preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS).
• Army logistics systems such as GCSS-Army.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret Army TMs, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to operate MHE and obtain Army licensing (OF 346) as required.
• Must have a valid driver's license with proof of vehicle insurance.
• Must have a real ID.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).
• Must be able to obtain Tier1/ NACI (Public trust) background eligibility.
• Basic proficiency in the English language (reading and writing).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Must receive a favorable background check and drug testing results.
• Must be able to travel within the United States as required. This position may require up to 25% travel.
• Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform routine standing, walking, bending, and reaching tasks in warehouse and field environments.
• Must also meet all physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties, including working in extreme heat or cold, high, or low humidity, blowing sand and dust, confined spaces, heights, and other inclement weather conditions.
• This position involves working both indoors and outdoors, periodic overtime, and exposure to heat, dust, cold, and adverse weather conditions.