Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Akima; Fort Cavazos (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) is seeking a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic to service Fort Hood, TX. The role focuses on repair and preventive maintenance of tactical GSE, including generators, fuel systems, and towing equipment, with emphasis on safety and meticulous record-keeping.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in GSE maintenance, AR 750-1 expertise, and the ability to train junior staff. A CDL with X endorsement, a valid driver's license, and ASE certification are preferred;

Qualifications

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. Army maintenance procedures and AR 750-1.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Ten-plus years experience maintaining GSE Equipment.
• Refrigerant recycling and recovery certification.
• Able to obtain a favorable TIER-1 investigation result.
• Must be able to bring and use your own tools.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and preventative maintenance to GSE per AR 750-1 on generators, fuel delivery, refrigerated systems, and towing equipment.
• Diagnose malfunctions, repair GSE, train lower-grade workers, inspect and document maintenance actions.
• Prepare GSE for storage, operate, inspect, service towing vehicles, maintain paper and electronic equipment records, provide dispatch and maintain tool control and safety.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office skills

AR 750-1 knowledge

Drug and background screening eligible

10+ years GSE maintenance experience

Refrigerant recycling and recovery

TIER-1 investigation eligibility

Own tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASE Certification

U.S. Army 91 series MOS or civilian equivalent

Valid Driver's License

CDL with X endorsement

Job description

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) is looking for a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic to work in Fort Hood, TX. Come join this dynamic team and be part of this critical mission!

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for all repairs, preventative maintenance to include initial and final inspections, IAW AR 750-1, on tactical GSE equipment consisting of power generation, external fuel delivery systems, refrigerated systems, vans and/or trailers and towing equipment.
• The Ground Support Equipment Mechanic diagnoses malfunctions and repairs Ground Support Equipment (GSE), advises and trains lower grade workers on diagnosis and repair of less complex repair/maintenance problems, inspects and approves completed maintenance actions, solves repair problems by studying drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics, and technical publications; uses automated maintenance data systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions, and analyzes, diagnosis, and repairs GSE using conventional and digital multi-meters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, circuit card testers, transistor testers, and hand tools.
• This mechanic prepares GSE for storage and mobility deployment; and operates, cleans, inspects, and services GSE towing vehicles. In addition to maintaining vehicle records, this mechanic maintains, and updates paper and electronic equipment records, provides dispatch service for GSE, including good housekeeping, tool control, Foreign Object Damage prevention, and safety at all times.

Qualifications

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office Skills.
• Extremely knowledgeable in U.S. Army maintenance procedures and AR 750-1.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background screening.
• 10+ years of experience maintaining GSE.
• Refrigerant Recycling and Recovery Certification.
• Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result.
• Ability to bring and use your own tools.

Desired Qualifications:

• U.S. Army 91 series MOS qualification or civilian equivalent.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class A or B) with “X” Endorsement.
• Valid Driver's License.
• High School / GED
• ASE Certification.

Physical Demands:

• Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching.
• This position involves working both indoors and outdoors.Work environment includes periodic overtime, exposure to heat, dust, cold, and inclement weather conditions.
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay & Benefits:

• Hourly Compensation: $34.54.
• Hourly Health & Welfare: $5.09.

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.