Heavy Equipment Tech

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive, diagnostic and corrective procedures on a variety of older heavy equipment including but not limited to backhoe, forklifts, IT’s, telehandlers, fire trucks, emergency equipment and Fuelers IAW OPNAVINST 5100.12, OPNAVINST 5100.25 and AUTEC Project Procedures.
• Diagnose and repair component and system failures in mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Identify required repair parts and submit procurement requests.
• Record and document maintenance activities as required.
• Be able to read and understand manufacturers shop manuals.
• Be able to effectively communicate with suppliers occasionally.
• Responsible for safeguarding and locking up issued Government tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 5 years related experience in mechanical evaluation and repair. 
• Valid Class A or B CDL.
• Must obtain GSE operator and maintenance licenses within 90 days of hire and receive Airfield Brief within 30 days of hire.
• Must have excellent mechanical, hydraulic and electrical diagnostic skills.
• Ability to understand and follow manufacturer’s technical publications, schematics and parts manuals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in all kinds of weather, including extreme heat.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to reside in remote work location with limited medical facilities. 
• Valid U.S. passport and driver's license will be required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional job-related training and ASE education preferred.