Heavy Equipment Mechanic Lead

Responsibilities

• Equipment Inspection & Maintenance: Perform technical inspections on heavy equipment, tactical tracked vehicles, and MHE.
• 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.
• Repair & Servicing: 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.
• Operate and inspect machines or equipment to diagnose defects.
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment, using hoists and hand tools.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.
• Replace defective engines and subassemblies, such as transmissions.
• Repair light, medium and heavy equipment and vehicles as well as small tractor type equipment, skid steers and handheld equipment and mowers supporting ground maintenance operations.
• Ensure work orders when complete are properly filled out and returned to work management.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of experience as a mechanic on military or heavy equipment.
• U.S. Army maintenance standards and technical manuals.
• Preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS).
• 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.
• Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result, obtain and maintain a CAC.
• Technical training in heavy equipment or military maintenance and/or tracked vehicles preferred.
• Prior U.S. Army or contractor experience with tactical vehicles, combat systems, or MHE equipment preferred.
• Familiarity with Army logistics systems such as GCSS-Army.
• Commercial driver's license for the type of vehicle being operated highly desirable.
• Prior experience working with Microsoft Office Applications (Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) preferred.