Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician

Amentum; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum in Anchorage, AK seeks a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to operate, repair, maintain and test heavy construction and flightline support equipment, including bulldozers, scrapers, trucks, loaders, and related systems. The role requires hands-on experience with diesel and hydraulic systems and the ability to read schematics.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot using MAXIMO/DPAS, replace components, disassemble engines, and ensure safety and environmental practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) to Five (5) years of experience in operating and maintaining heavy equipment.
• Licensed or trained to operate applicable items of heavy equipment.
• Must be experienced in the repair of major systems.
• Prefer motor vehicle air conditioning certification and experience.
• Specialized knowledge and skills in diesel and heavy automotive repair and maintenance.
• Skilled in replacing major components and parts on construction equipment.
• Practical understanding of theory of hydraulics (Pascal Theory), pulley, and gear ratio.
• Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of diagnostics and ability to conduct technical research on the computer.
• Prefer knowledge of US military heavy vehicles and equipment, MHE, OSHA, ANSI, ASME, military regulations standards, and OEM requirements
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust U.S. Government Clearance.
• NOTE: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduits MobileMaintenance duties. Replace and repair hydraulic lines, pneumatic equipment, air conditioning systems, wheels/tires, wipers, and light bulbs.
• Perform heavy equipment maintenance activities including installation, repair, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance.
• Disassemble and reassemble engines and mechanical units to inspect and diagnose parts using computerized test equipment, calibration devices, gauges, etc.
• Replace and rebuild hydraulic cylinders, valves, planetary drive units, suspensions, springs, bushings, and kingpins, seals, and bearings.
• Perform operator care such washing, vacuuming, and cleaning.
• Performs routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking oil, water, and tires.
• Ensures proper care and maintenance of equipment; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diesel engines

Hydraulics

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

English

Public Trust clearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MAXIMO

DPAS

Job description

Amentum in Anchorage, AK seeks a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to operate, repair, maintain and test heavy construction and flightline support equipment, including bulldozers, scrapers, trucks, loaders, and related systems. The role requires hands-on experience with diesel and hydraulic systems and the ability to read schematics.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot using MAXIMO/DPAS, replace components, disassemble engines, and ensure safety and environmental practices.