Motor Vehicle Mechanic, Base Ops

Akima; Fort Cavazos (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare benefit

Job summary

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, seeks a Motor Vehicle Mechanic to work on Fort Hood, TX. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and overhauling major assemblies for automobiles, buses, trucks and tractors in a hands-on shop environment.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of motor vehicle maintenance experience and knowledge of US Army maintenance procedures (AR 750-1). The ability to pass drug tests and background screening is required, and bringing your own tools is

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of motor vehicle maintenance experience.
• Must be knowledgeable in U.S. Army maintenance procedures and AR 750-1.
• Must have the ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Must have the ability to receive a favorable TIER 1 investigation.
• Must be able to bring and use own tool.

Responsibilities

• The Motor Vehicle Mechanic repairs, rebuilds, or overhauls major assemblies of internal combustion automobiles, buses, trucks or tractors.
• Diagnosing the source of trouble and determining the extent of repairs required; replacing worn or broken parts such as piston rings, bearings, or other engine parts; grinding and adjusting valves; rebuilding carburetors; overhauling transmissions; and repairing fuel injection, lighting, and ignition systems.
• Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Skills

Motor vehicle maintenance

US Army procedures AR 750-1

Pre-employment screening

Own tools

Job description

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) is seeking a Motor Vehicle Mechanic to work in Fort Hood, TX.

Responsibilities

• The Motor Vehicle Mechanic repairs, rebuilds, or overhauls major assemblies of internal combustion automobiles, buses, trucks or tractors. Work involves most of the following:
• Diagnosing the source of trouble and determining the extent of repairs required; replacing worn or broken parts such as piston rings, bearings, or other engine parts; grinding and adjusting valves; rebuilding carburetors; overhauling transmissions; and repairing fuel injection, lighting, and ignition systems.
• In general, the work of the Motor Vehicle Mechanic requires rounded training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of motor vehicle maintenance experience.
• Must be knowledgeable in U.S. Army maintenance procedures and AR 750-1.
• Must have the ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Must have the ability to receive a favorable TIER 1 investigation.
• Must be able to bring and use own tool.

Desired Qualification

• 3-5 years of maintenance experience preferred.
• US Army MOS 91/63 series qualification is desired.
• Experience on US Army tactical vehicles is desired.
• Valid Driver’s license preferred.
• ASE Certified preferred.
• HVAC EPA Tech Cert 608/609 a plus.
• Emergency Vehicle Technician Certified ASE Certification desired.
• High School Diploma/Equivalent preferred.
• Commercial Driver's license with Passenger Endorsement.

Physical Demands

• Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching.
• Work environment includes periodic overtime, exposure to heat, dust, cold, and inclement weather conditions.

Pay and Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $21.90.
• Hourly Health & Welfare: $5.09

“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

2026-25897

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.