Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Field & Deployment Ready

KBR Careers

Fort Knox (KY)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

KBR is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Jacksonville, FL to perform high‑level preventive maintenance and repairs on diesel engines and diesel/gasoline powered construction equipment. The role supports the Marine Corps Prepositioning Program and involves working with tractors, road machines, air compressors, and related gear.

The candidate will provide technical guidance to junior mechanics, assist senior technicians, and handle other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Four years of directly related work experience.
  • Complete the Basic Engineer Program Mechanics Course, or equivalent.
  • Complete the Engineer Equipment Chief Course, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

  • Perform high level preventive maintenance and repairs on diesel engines and gasoline/diesel driven construction equipment.
  • Provide technical guidance or training to lower level mechanics and assist higher level mechanics.
  • Perform other tasks as reasonably assigned.

Skills

High risk awareness
Driver license
Passport
CAC/Base Access
Lift 50 lbs
US Citizen
Travel 70%

Education

High School Diploma
Basic Engineer Program Mechanics Course
Engineer Equipment Chief Course

Job description

KBR is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Jacksonville, FL to perform high‑level preventive maintenance and repairs on diesel engines and diesel/gasoline powered construction equipment. The role supports the Marine Corps Prepositioning Program and involves working with tractors, road machines, air compressors, and related gear.

The candidate will provide technical guidance to junior mechanics, assist senior technicians, and handle other tasks as assigned.

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