Heavy Vehicle Mechanic: Diesel, Hydraulics & Diagnostics

Fitt-Scientific-LL; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

FITT Scientific is seeking a Ft. Detrick MD Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment used in military logistics and facilities.

The role requires hands-on experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and powertrains, plus the ability to read manuals, schematics, and parts diagrams. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot with diagnostic tools, and document work, parts used, and equipment condition.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and repairing heavy equipment, construction equipment, or similar machinery.
• Know-how of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read service manuals, schematics, and parts diagrams.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and scheduled services.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems using manuals and diagnostic tools.
• Repair or replace engines, transmissions, pumps, hoses, brakes, and other components.
• Test equipment after repairs and confirm it operates safely.
• Document work performed, parts used, and equipment condition.
• Identify needed repairs and communicate equipment status to supervisors and operators.
• Follow safety procedures when using tools, lifting equipment, and handling fluids.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Diagnostics

Manuals & schematics

Hand tools

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Shop equipment

Job description

FITT Scientific is seeking a Ft. Detrick MD Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment used in military logistics and facilities.

The role requires hands-on experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and powertrains, plus the ability to read manuals, schematics, and parts diagrams. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot with diagnostic tools, and document work, parts used, and equipment condition.