Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Purpose and Scope:  

The Heavy Vehicle Mechanic operates, repairs, maintains, and function tests heavy power construction equipment such as compressors, pumps, hoists, shovels, trucks, tractors, graders, bulldozers, front-end loaders, scrapers, motor graders, skid steers, backhoe, dump trucks and various flightline support vehicles and associated equipment.  

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Conducts Mobile Maintenance duties. Replace and repair hydraulic lines, pneumatic equipment, air conditioning systems, wheels/tires, wipers, and light bulbs.  

• Perform heavy equipment maintenance activities including installation, repair, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance. 

• Disassemble and reassemble engines and mechanical units to inspect and diagnose parts using computerized test equipment, calibration devices, gauges, etc. 

• Replace and rebuild hydraulic cylinders, valves, planetary drive units, suspensions, springs, bushings, and kingpins, seals, and bearings.  

• Perform operator care such washing, vacuuming, and cleaning.  

• Performs routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking oil, water, and tires. 

• Ensures proper care and maintenance of equipment; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. 

Administrative Responsibilities: 

• Collects vehicle and equipment data; conducts 100% inventory annually.  

• Engages with customers and mission partners on maintenance status weekly.  

• Coordinate parts and services with vendors daily.  

• Inputs data in maintenance system and perform work order processing in computerized maintenance management system daily (i.e. MAXIMO and DPAS).  

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: 

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• Two (2) to Five (5) years of experience in operating and maintaining heavy equipment. 

• Licensed or trained to operate applicable items of heavy equipment.  

• Must be experienced in the repair of major systems. 

• Prefer motor vehicle air conditioning certification and experience.  

• Specialized knowledge and skills in diesel and heavy aut