Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Technica LLC
Fort Riley, KS
About the Job
Position Responsibilities:
- This position works exclusively on U.S. military vehicles, their associated trailers and MHE systems.
- Use applicable references, Army Technical Manuals (paperback or IETMs), inspecting, troubleshooting, servicing, maintaining, repairing, replacement, adjusting and testing of vehicles, MHE systems, subsystems and components such as: power plant/packs, compression ignition engines and engine fuel systems, air induction and exhaust systems and cooling systems. Vehicle chassis and powertrain components including, frame cross members, clutches assemblies, transmissions, transfers, final drives, propeller shaft assemblies, brake systems, steering systems, suspensions systems, fifth wheel assemblies, wheeled vehicle crane, hoist and winch assemblies, and hydraulic systems.
- Performs scheduled maintenance checks and adjustments on such things as fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, tires, and clutches, speed tandem drive axles with air or electric shift, hydrostatic driven, heavy duty multi-axle suspensions, both conventional steel or air springs; changes filters and oil, and lubricates vehicles and motor driven equipment.
- Work is performed both indoors and outdoors.
Requirements:
- Two years of experience if duties and responsibilities were strictly associated with automotive equipment (i.e. passenger cars and light-duty trucks).
- One year of experience if duties and responsibilities were associated with diesel-powered heavy-duty trucks or road construction equipment.
- Able to provide the necessary documentation as to being a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or foreign national with authorization to work in the U.S.
- Able to function with a basic level of English oral and written language skills.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Valid state driver's license.
- The ability to stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach while performing maintenance; lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
- Able to work in adverse weather conditions, temperature, and noise extremes.
- Able to work past normal hours as mission dictates.
**Veterans, Military Spouses, Women, Minorities and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.**
Source : Technica LLC