Heavy Equipment Mechanic Fort Sill, OK Posted today

NANA Corp; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits plan

Job summary

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment and Army vehicles on-site. The role emphasizes adherence to Army standards, PMCS procedures, and the use of micrometers and gauges for precision work.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of military or heavy equipment experience, the ability to read TMs and schematics, and possess or obtain Army licensing (OF 346).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3–5 years of experience as a mechanic on military or heavy equipment.
• U.S. Army maintenance standards and technical manuals.
• PMCS and preventive maintenance checks and services.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read Army TMs, schematics, and drawings.
• Strong problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Operate MHE and obtain Army licensing (OF 346) as required.
• REAL ID-compliant driver’s license required.
• Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• TIER-1 investigation and CAC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on heavy equipment, tracked vehicles, and MHE.
• Diagnose faults in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance per Army TM guidance.
• Repair engines, transmissions, drivetrains, brakes, steering, and hydraulics.
• Service MHE such as forklifts and cranes; perform PMCS and lubrication.
• Dismantle/reassemble equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Replace worn parts using micrometers and gauges.
• Fill out work orders and ensure proper submission.
• Follow OSHA, Army, and company safety standards.
• Maintain compliance with HAZMAT handling and disposal.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Problem solving

Teamwork

Reading Army TMs/schematics

MHE operation licensing

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in heavy equipment or military maintenance

Tools

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Responsibilities

• Equipment Inspection & Maintenance:
• Perform technical inspections on heavy equipment, tactical tracked vehicles, and MHE.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system faults.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with Army TMs, DA PAM 750-8, and AR 750-1.
• Ensure compliance with Army safety standards and environmental regulations when servicing equipment.
• Repair & Servicing:
• Perform repairs and adjustments on engines, transmissions, drivetrains, brakes, steering, suspension, and hydraulic systems.
• Service and maintain MHE (e.g., forklifts, cranes, loaders, rough terrain equipment).
• Conduct vehicle services (PMCS, lubrication, part replacement) to maintain serviceability.
• Operates and inspects machines or equipment to diagnose defects. Dismantles and reassembles equipment, using hoists and hand tools.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.
• Replace defective engines and subassemblies, such as transmissions.
• Repair light, medium and heavy equipment and vehicles as well as small tractor type equipment, skid steers and handheld equipment and mowers supporting ground maintenance operations.
• Ensure work orders when complete are properly filled out and returned to work management.
• Other duties as assigned
• Safety & Compliance:
• Follow all OSHA, Army, and company safety standards during maintenance operations.
• Use proper PPE, tools, and test equipment when working on Army vehicles and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with HAZMAT handling, storage, and disposal requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of experience as a mechanic on military or heavy equipment.
• U.S. Army maintenance standards and technical manuals.
• Preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS).
• Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret Army TMs, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to operate MHE and obtain Army licensing (OF 346) as required.
• Applicant must possess a REAL ID-compliant, state-issued driver’s license.
• Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation and obtain and maintain a CAC.

Desired Qualifications:

• Technical training in heavy equipment or military maintenance and/or tracked vehicles preferred.
• Prior U.S. Army or contractor experience with tactical vehicles, combat systems, or MHE equipment.
• Army logistics systems experience, such as GCSS-Army.
• Commercial driver's license for the type of vehicle being operated preferred.
• Adequate and proficiency in computer skills, preferred.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or listen.
• The employee may use repeated motions that include the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Pay & Benefits:

• SCA approved $27.84/HR and a $5.09/HR benefits plan.

This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. Applicants selected may be offered a job - but cannot begin work until funding has been confirmed.

Job ID

2026-26788

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).