Job Description
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic performs a variety of repairs and services to maintain heavy equipment. These duties require an understanding of intermediate heavy equipment maintenance.
Essential Responsibilities:
• Operates and inspects machines or equipment to diagnose defects
• Dismantles and reassembles equipment, using Technical Manuals, lifting devices, hand and pneumatic 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
• Welds broken parts and structural members
• Performs all work in accordance to the applicable Technical Manual for the vehicle and work assigned.
• May direct workers engaged in cleaning parts and assisting with assembly and disassembly of equipment.
• May recommend revision to internal maintenance procedures to improve efficiency and ensure quality workmanship within Army regulations.
• Must be able recognize and know proper usage of a variety of tools.
• Performs all other position related duties as assigned or requested.
Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eight (8) or more years’ recent experience and specific knowledge in heavy machinery maintenance through verifiable on the job experience to include 3 years recent experience in the field consistent with the requirements set forth in the contract.
• Must know theory and principles of engine operations and accessories and components.
• Must have or be able to obtain site forklift and other licenses/certifications as needed to perform duties.
• Must have a valid and current state driver’s license.
• Must be able to operate a government general-purpose vehicle
• Must be able to inspect, repair, and operate a diverse range of vehicles
• Must be able to complete paperwork associated with vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Must be able to manipulate and use hand tools and hydraulic equipment
• Must possess knowledge and proper use of special tools/equipment required to perform assigned maintenance tasks.
• Must possess basic computer skills
• Must have the ability to read, interpret, and apply Technical Manual instructions, publications, and safety rules.
• Must be able to read, interpret and use vehicle maintenance manuals, service bulletins, wiring/schematic diagrams, data tables and other specifications to determine feasibility and method to repair or replace malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Position may require the ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance.
• Position may require travel.
• Ability to work in a team environment
Preferred Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
• Maintenance and repair of military tactical vehicles, as well as, lawn mower (push, riding, zero turn), ATV, side by side, HMMWV, light wheeled trailers, LMTV, FMTV, medium wheeled trailers, HEMMIT, HET, heavy wheeled trailer, forklift, M88, M113, construction equipment, and emergency vehicles
• ASE and/or Diesel Mechanic Certifications
• Experience in field repairs and recovery
Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Must utilize all proper lifting procedures and practices.
• Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to climb in and out of vehicles of various sizes and heights
• Must be able to work under pressure and strenuous conditions.
• Must be able to meet short suspense dates.
• Must be able to conduct work in the out-of-doors area with potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions (i.e. extreme temperatures, high humidity, rain and blowing dust).
• Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of stooping; climbing; standing; and sitting for long periods of uninterrupted time.
• May require shift work.
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• During the usual work period, the worker may be exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable.
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 his/her job.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, ****** orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
Labor Law Posters
EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
Essential Responsibilities:
• Operates and inspects machines or equipment to diagnose defects
• Dismantles and reassembles equipment, using Technical Manuals, lifting devices, hand and pneumatic 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
• Welds broken parts and structural members
• Performs all work in accordance to the applicable Technical Manual for the vehicle and work assigned.
• May direct workers engaged in cleaning parts and assisting with assembly and disassembly of equipment.
• May recommend revision to internal maintenance procedures to improve efficiency and ensure quality workmanship within Army regulations.
• Must be able recognize and know proper usage of a variety of tools.
• Performs all other position related duties as assigned or requested.
Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eight (8) or more years’ recent experience and specific knowledge in heavy machinery maintenance through verifiable on the job experience to include 3 years recent experience in the field consistent with the requirements set forth in the contract.
• Must know theory and principles of engine operations and accessories and components.
• Must have or be able to obtain site forklift and other licenses/certifications as needed to perform duties.
• Must have a valid and current state driver’s license.
• Must be able to operate a government general-purpose vehicle
• Must be able to inspect, repair, and operate a diverse range of vehicles
• Must be able to complete paperwork associated with vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Must be able to manipulate and use hand tools and hydraulic equipment
• Must possess knowledge and proper use of special tools/equipment required to perform assigned maintenance tasks.
• Must possess basic computer skills
• Must have the ability to read, interpret, and apply Technical Manual instructions, publications, and safety rules.
• Must be able to read, interpret and use vehicle maintenance manuals, service bulletins, wiring/schematic diagrams, data tables and other specifications to determine feasibility and method to repair or replace malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Position may require the ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance.
• Position may require travel.
• Ability to work in a team environment
Preferred Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
• Maintenance and repair of military tactical vehicles, as well as, lawn mower (push, riding, zero turn), ATV, side by side, HMMWV, light wheeled trailers, LMTV, FMTV, medium wheeled trailers, HEMMIT, HET, heavy wheeled trailer, forklift, M88, M113, construction equipment, and emergency vehicles
• ASE and/or Diesel Mechanic Certifications
• Experience in field repairs and recovery
Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Must utilize all proper lifting procedures and practices.
• Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to climb in and out of vehicles of various sizes and heights
• Must be able to work under pressure and strenuous conditions.
• Must be able to meet short suspense dates.
• Must be able to conduct work in the out-of-doors area with potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions (i.e. extreme temperatures, high humidity, rain and blowing dust).
• Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of stooping; climbing; standing; and sitting for long periods of uninterrupted time.
• May require shift work.
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• During the usual work period, the worker may be exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable.
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 his/her job.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, ****** orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
Labor Law Posters
EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Heavy Equipment Mechanic |OPFOR position is now open for candidates interested in the Mechanic Jobs sector. This role in Fort Polk South offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Mechanic Jobs is a plus.
