Heavy Vehicle/Equipment Mechanic

The Heavy Vehicle/Equipment Mechanic will be responsible for all maintaining, servicing, inspecting and repairing the Kuwaiti Desert Chameleon 6x6x6 Armored Security Vehicles, as well as a variety of heavy equipment including, but not limited to, heavy trucks, trailers, cranes, forklifts, and associated equipment.

Principal Duties

(Typical duties include the following, although specific duties vary)

• Perform heavy equipment maintenance activities including installation, repair, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance
• Disassemble and reassemble engine components and mechanical units to inspect and diagnose problems using computerized test equipment, calibration devices, gauges, etc.
• Repair and overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment
• Repair air conditioning systems
• Rebuild hydraulic cylinders, valves, planetary drive units, suspensions, and bushings
• Replace seals and bearings, axel brakes
• Repair components by replacing worn or damaged parts with new or reconditioned parts, grinding, fitting, balancing, or arranging for welding or machining.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems including CAN
• Provide input and data for processing work orders, invoices, equipment repair records, and activity reports
• Perform recovery operations as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledgeable and skilled in CAN bus Architecture and ability to troubleshooting CAN systems
• Knowledgeable and skilled in diesel and heavy automotive repair and maintenance
• Practical understanding of theory of hydraulics (Pascal Theory), pulley, and gear ratios
• Ability to read and understand electrical & hydraulic schematics, and technical drawings
• Knowledge of diagnostics and ability to conduct technical research on the computer
• Capable of basic MIG/TIG welding as well as basic fabrication desired
• Prefer knowledge of US military heavy vehicles and equipment

Experience & Education

• Military experience in Mechanical MOS strongly preferred
• Minimum five (5) years of heavy vehicle maintenance experience in heavy equipment/military/tactical environment
• Diesel tech certification preferred
• Refrigeration air-conditioning certification preferred
• Must be experienced in the repair of major systems
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license, CDL desired
• Valid Passport

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, push, and pull
• Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds
• Assist in lifting up to one hundred (100) pounds
• Able to work in both inside and outside conditions and be exposed to dust, fumes, and gases from running engines and motors