DoD SkillBridge: Heavy Equipment Service Technician

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. - Odessa, TX; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is seeking a DoD SkillBridge Heavy Equipment Service Technician/Mechanic to provide transitioning service members with supervised, hands-on training in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy construction and industrial equipment.

You will learn shop operations, safety standards, and customer service practices in a real-world setting. The role emphasizes on-the-job training, with opportunities to grow within a productive shop environment and potential for future

Qualifications

• Active-duty service member approved for participation in the DoD SkillBridge Program with 180 days or fewer remaining before separation.
• Military experience in a mechanical, technical, or maintenance-related field is preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read technical manuals and follow detailed repair procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic testing, troubleshooting, and repair on diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and powertrains under technician supervision.
• Completes preventive maintenance inspections and scheduled service work on heavy equipment.
• Reads and interprets technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer service bulletins.
• Documents work performed, parts used, and labor hours in the shop management system.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company and applicable safety standards.

Skills

Active-duty SkillBridge eligible

Mechanical systems understanding

Reading manuals

Safety awareness

Job description

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is seeking a DoD SkillBridge Heavy Equipment Service Technician/Mechanic to provide transitioning service members with supervised, hands-on training in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy construction and industrial equipment.

You will learn shop operations, safety standards, and customer service practices in a real-world setting. The role emphasizes on-the-job training, with opportunities to grow within a productive shop environment and potential for future