Job Details

Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Advancia Government Services (a federal government contractor) seeks a qualified full-time Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic with a Master Skill Level. The Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic performs a variety of major repairs and services primarily on heavy equipment tactical, commercial and transport vehicles (class 7 and 8), and leads a small shop of mechanics supporting light, medium and heavy-duty assets.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• The Sr. Heavy Equipment Mechanic is under the direct supervision of the Gov't Maintenance Supervisor and receives guidance from the Gov't Maintenance Manager.
• The Sr. Heavy Equipment Mechanic is the lead mechanic in a small shop that supports a variety of heavy, medium and light duty assets.
• The Sr. Heavy Equipment Mechanic not only performs heavy equipment repairs and services, but he also oversees the repair of heavy, medium and light tactical, commercial and transport vehicles.
• Conducts research and prepares records and forms to reflect essential information.
• Ensures all documents are finalized and maintained IAW local regulations.
• Performs maintenance repair, rebuild, overhaul, inspect major assemblies and determine repair parts for equipment.
• Checks and replaces batteries; rotate, repair and replace tires, pneumatic and flush cooling systems.
• Removes, repairs or replaces engines, transmissions and differentials.
• Adjusts brakes, replace windshields, wipers and similar components of the same characteristics.
• Performs major overhauls by disassembling, cleaning, and replacing faulty components IAW appropriate procedures.
• Repairs components such as generators, water/hydraulic pumps and electrical system.
• Performs routine and extensive maintenance on diesel engines, fuel and exhaust systems, and electrical wiring.
• Performs diagnostic tests using measuring devices, instruments, test equipment or special tools.
• Required to dismantle components for internal examination of damage or excessive wear.
• Operates and utilizes an assortment of tools to perform repairs that include power, pneumatic, and machinery such as grinding machines, presses, torch-cutting equipment, jacks and hoists to lift and move large components.
• Required to add critical or explanatory notations on completed maintenance documents following equipment repair and testing IAW AFI 24-302.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Skill Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Must possess a state issued driver's license.
• Must have experience and understanding of heavy equipment, vehicle repair, electrical, heating systems and diesel maintenance.
• Level II (minimum), emergency vehicle qualification, IAW National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1071 Standard for Emergency Vehicle Technician Professional Qualifications within 90 days.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification Commission, Inc., or other equivalent certifying agencies certifications, if applicable within 90 days.
• Knowledge and understanding of the following Air Force IT Systems: Vehicle Dispatch, DPAS, LMIS-EV Vehicle View TRT, AFI 24-301 and AFI 24-302.
• Able to obtain all required certifications for operating the following vehicles within first 90 days:
• BUS SURREY 23 PAX TRK 1/2T CREW CAB 4X2 TRAC WHLD IW70
• BUS SCH 25-29 PAX 4X2 DE TRK 1/2T CREW CAB 4X4 TRAC TOW SUPPORT EQP
• BUS SCH 42-45 PAX 4X2 DE TRK DP 24000-33000GVW 4X2 TRAC W-BACKHOE / LOADER
• CLNR VAC TM SP MLTPUR AT TRK PU 4DR 4X4 F450 TRAC ACFT TWG U-30
• HALVORSEN ACFT LDR 25K TRK STK 4X2 1T 7000 GVW TRAC ACFT TWG MB-4
• STLR LB 20T 25 FT TRK S/P 4X2 10000 GVW TRAC ACFT TWG MB-2
• STLR LB 20T 38FT PATROL PICKUP TRUCK TRK FIRE CRS RESCUE P-19 UHP
• STLR LB 50T 6W TRK FL DED 6M-6200 PT TRK FIRE CRS RESCUE P-23 UHP
• STLR VAN 30FT 12 TON TRK TRAC 6X4 MLOX 64-72K TRK WRK HYD TYPE 1 32000
• STLR TRUCK TRK FL ELEC 4M-5999 ST TRK WATER TANKER P-26
• C-5 STAIRCASE TRUCK TRK TRAC 6X4 39.5-44K GVW TRK WRK TILTBED
• TRK HI REA 30-59 FT TRK FL 10K 463L TRK FIRE PUMPER P-22
• TRK MAINT 3/4TON 4X4 GED TRK FL 10K AT 463L TRK FFGT HRV P-30
• TRK TK FUEL 1200GL 4X4 TRK V Refrgr 4X2 19000 GVW TRK TK 6000 GAL R-11 DED
• TRUCK 1/2T REG CAB 4X2 TRK-V 16000-24000 GVW 4X2 TRK FFGT RIV P-34

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• USAF 2T3 Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance (> 10 yrs.).
• Currently holding required certifications and qualifications listed above.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Master Skill Level on Class 7 and 8 assets, greater than 10 yrs. experience.
• Knowledge of proper use and procedures to manage hazardous materials and hazardous waste products.
• Knowledge of the standard tools, equipment and material.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally work outside.
• Capable of collaborating with Senior Leaders.
• Skills in monitoring program progress against execution of plans, metrics and desired outcomes, assessing and identifying capability gaps and opportunities for improvement to enable a culture of high performance, and managing multiple complex programs in a fast-paced environment with many partners and stakeholders.
• Ability to work as part of a team with strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office and ability to produce deliverables that carry a "stamp of excellence."
• Able to understand, adhere to and enforce corporate values, policies, procedures, and standards.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good business writing and oral communication skills.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension).
• Better-than-average skill in current versions of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Capable of passing background investigation and periodic drug testing.

Additional Qualifying Factors:

• Must be authorized to work in the US.
• Possess a valid driver's license (any state), ability to operate a motor vehicle, able to provide clean driving record and current vehicle insurance coverage.
• Eligible for access onto military installations following background and security checks.
• Flexibility with work schedule is mandatory because it impacts the ability to support and serve military.