Lead Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Akima; Fort Riley (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Global Logistics (AGL), an Akima company, is seeking a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair GSE/MHE at Fort Riley, KS. You will inspect, diagnose, and service generators, hydraulic systems, and power distribution equipment, ensuring compliance with Army standards.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of hands-on GSE/MHE experience, familiarity with GCSS-Army, and the ability to document results and travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years hands-on experience in GSE or MHE maintenance (Army or contractor environment preferred).
• Familiarity with Army maintenance standards, TMs, and property accountability requirements.
• Preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) for GSE/MHE.
• Army logistics systems such as GCSS-Army.
• Condition code classification and Army supply documentation.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in reading TMs, schematics, and maintenance work orders.
• Strong attention to detail and recordkeeping skills.
• Effective teamwork and communication in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to travel within the United States as required (up to 25%).
• Must have a favorable background check and drug testing results.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CAC and Tier1/NACI.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and diagnostics on ground support equipment and MHE during turn-in processing.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance per Army standards (DA PAM 750-8, AR 750-1, and TMs).
• Service and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Verify equipment condition codes and annotate deficiencies for accountability.
• Repair and maintain items such as generators, heaters, lighting units, power distribution equipment, hydraulic test stands, and lifting devices.
• Troubleshoot faults using Army-approved diagnostic tools.
• Record maintenance results using DA Form 2404/5988-E and Army systems (GCSS-Army).
• Ensure audit-ready documentation for Army inspections and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GCSS-Army

Microsoft Office

Job description

Akima Global Logistics (AGL), an Akima company, is seeking a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair GSE/MHE at Fort Riley, KS. You will inspect, diagnose, and service generators, hydraulic systems, and power distribution equipment, ensuring compliance with Army standards.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of hands-on GSE/MHE experience, familiarity with GCSS-Army, and the ability to document results and travel up to 25%.