Aviation Heavy Equipment Mechanic — Fleet Upkeep Pro

mwaa; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 4,823,000 - 6,268,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority seeks a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair the Airports Authority's fleet of trucks and ground equipment at DCA or IAD. This journey-level role involves diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety standards are met.

The position requires four years of hands-on experience or approved apprenticeship training, with a Class B/C driver’s license and relevant

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in repair and maintenance of heavy equipment including diesel and gasoline engines.
• Ability to read diagrams and schematics to troubleshoot and repair.
• Must comply with safety rules and possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, operates, repairs, overhauls, and performs preventive maintenance on a variety of heavy equipment and HVAC systems.
• Performs inspections and prepares labor, parts, and material estimates.
• Operates in a workshop and may perform on-site repairs; may use a wrecker for vehicle recovery.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

HVAC testing tools

Job description

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority seeks a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair the Airports Authority's fleet of trucks and ground equipment at DCA or IAD. This journey-level role involves diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety standards are met.

The position requires four years of hands-on experience or approved apprenticeship training, with a Class B/C driver’s license and relevant