Heavy Equipment Mechanic Tactical I

Diagnoses, repairs, and/or overhauls major assemblies

• of military type wheeled and track vehicles,
• artillery weapons,
• and general support equipment.
• Replaces worn or broken parts.
• Reads, interprets, and follows military technical manuals.
• Properly documents maintenance actions on applicable forms.
• Repairs air brake systems or air operated components, hydraulic systems, A/C systems, electrical systems, and specialized or one of a kind test components.
• Performs other duties as required to complete the assigned mission.

This position is covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Job Skills Requirements:

• None.

Physical Requirements:

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical and periodic retests.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned.
• Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions including summer temperatures peaking around 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs. unassisted.
• Must be capable of kneeling, bending and standing while performing maintenance duties.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.

Job Requirements:

• Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English.
• Must have a well-mannered customer service attitude.
• Must be willing to cross-train in other areas.
• Must use “down-time” effectively to the benefit of test, self, and company.
• Must be punctual, responsible, and dependable.
• Must demonstrate motivation, initiative, and reliability.
• Must be adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to follow instructions and company policy.
• Must be able to deliver quality products to the customer and be responsive to their needs.
• Must be safety and security conscious, complying with rules and policies.
• Must be able to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Capable of working in all climates and environments at YPG.
• Always works in a safe manner, preventing harm to people, property and the environment.
• Follows rules and directions willingly and completely.
• Must be able to maintain own tools to the minimum requirement by the company.
• Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed, with reasonable notice, to support test missions.
• Must have dependable transportation and a dependable means of communication.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions.

Additional Desirable Qualifications:

• 5 years of maintenance experience with military tactical and combat vehicles or heavy equipment and/or heavy tractor/trailers.
• Experience with Air Conditioning, ABS air brakes, duel voltage electrical systems, Central Tire Inflation Systems, and welding.
• Possess a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Turbine Engines experience.
• Military Experience.

Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.
• Must be a current TRAX employee or affiliate subcontractor for internal postings.

Relevance of experience to be determined by the hiring manager.

Other Job Information:

• TRAX International, Test Services Division, participates in E-Verify.
• TRAX is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability.
• TRAX Test Services promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing, as per applicable State Laws.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.