Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic & Technical Inspector

Akima; Fort Cavazos (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Health benefits

On-site work

Job summary

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) seeks a Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Lead/Technical Inspector for Fort Hood, TX. The role covers diagnostics, repairs, and leadership of a maintenance team on heavy equipment.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety and quality, complying with Army procedures, and coordinating tasks in indoor and outdoor environments. Expect overtime with appropriate compensation and a dynamic field assignment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of heavy equipment maintenance experience.
• Knowledgeable in U.S. Army maintenance procedures and AR 750-1.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Must be able to receive CAC and maintain access.
• Physical ability to lift 50 pounds and perform demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes malfunctions and repairs, rebuilds and maintains power equipment (cranes, bulldozers, paving machines, etc.).
• Operates and inspects machines to diagnose defects; disassembles/reassembles with hoists and hand tools; tests overhauled equipment.
• Performs welding of broken parts and assists with assembly/disassembly; may repair mining machinery.
• LEAD duties: personnel accountability, timekeeping, reporting, safety culture, and contract compliance.
• Work may be indoors or outdoors with overtime and exposure to heat, dust, cold, and weather.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Communication skills

CAC access

Own tools

AR 750-1 knowledge

Drug test clearance

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) seeks a Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Lead/Technical Inspector for Fort Hood, TX. The role covers diagnostics, repairs, and leadership of a maintenance team on heavy equipment.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety and quality, complying with Army procedures, and coordinating tasks in indoor and outdoor environments. Expect overtime with appropriate compensation and a dynamic field assignment.