Service Mechanic, Journeyman

CACI International Inc; Hawaii; On-site; USD 58,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking an experienced Service Mechanic, Journeyman to support maintenance and repair across Indo-Pacific operations. You will inspect, diagnose, service, and repair mission-critical vehicles, generators, and mechanical systems to ensure readiness and safety for logistics and contingency missions.

The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, documentation, and coordination with logistics planners, with up to 10% travel and an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years supporting equipment maintenance and field service for DoD programs.
• Experience with government or defense maintenance documentation and logs.
• Active Secret Clearance.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical equipment, generators, and MHE.
• Ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance with timeline pressures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, repairs on vehicles, generators, MHE, and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fuel system faults using manuals and tools.
• Conduct maintenance per DoD standards and manufacturer specs.
• Repair or replace defective components and maintain repair records.
• Coordinate with logistics and maintenance teams to identify parts and priorities.
• Maintain maintenance facilities, tools, test equipment, and inventory in safe condition.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Maintenance planning

Field service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in related technical field

Tools

GCSS-Army

GCSS-MC

CMMS

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Electronic maintenance reporting systems

Job description

Job Title: Service Mechanic, Journeyman

Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular-Long Term Assignment

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity

CACI is seeking an experienced Service Mechanic, Journeyman to support maintenance, repair, and sustainment operations across the Indo-Pacific. The Service Mechanic, Journeyman serves as CACI's technical maintenance professional responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, servicing, repairing, and maintaining mission-essential vehicles, generators, material handling equipment, trailers, utility systems, and mechanical equipment supporting Joint Theater Distribution Centers (JTDCs), Intermediate Staging Bases (ISBs), warehouses, expeditionary facilities, and forward operating locations. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Operations Lead, this position ensures mission-critical equipment remains fully operational, safe, and available to support logistics, sustainment, and contingency operations.

The Service Mechanic works closely with Government stakeholders, maintenance supervisors, logistics planners, warehouse personnel, engineers, supply specialists, transportation coordinators, and mission partners to perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot equipment failures, and restore operational capability. This position contributes to successful program execution by maximizing equipment readiness, minimizing downtime, and supporting resilient logistics operations throughout the Indo-Pacific theater.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, diagnostics, repairs, and servicing on Government-owned vehicles, trailers, generators, material handling equipment (MHE), and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fuel system malfunctions using technical manuals, diagnostic equipment, and testing instruments.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance in accordance with manufacturer specifications, technical manuals, and Department of Defense maintenance standards.
• Repair or replace defective mechanical components, assemblies, hoses, belts, pumps, bearings, motors, filters, and related equipment.
• Support maintenance operations at JTDCs, ISBs, warehouses, ports, airfields, maintenance facilities, and expeditionary logistics sites.
• Perform operational testing, equipment calibration, and post-maintenance inspections to verify serviceability and mission readiness.
• Coordinate with logistics planners, supply personnel, and maintenance managers to identify repair parts requirements and equipment maintenance priorities.
• Maintain maintenance records, service reports, inspection checklists, repair documentation, and equipment history files.
• Support contingency operations, humanitarian assistance, disaster response, and emergent missions requiring expeditionary maintenance support.
• Operate shop equipment, hand tools, power tools, lifting devices, and diagnostic equipment while maintaining safe work practices.
• Ensure compliance with Department of Defense maintenance procedures, OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, technical orders, and contractual obligations.
• Identify recurring equipment failures and recommend corrective maintenance strategies to improve operational reliability.
• Maintain maintenance facilities, tools, test equipment, and spare parts inventories in a safe and organized condition.
• Promote equipment readiness, workplace safety, operational efficiency, and continuous process improvement.
• Support geographically dispersed and expeditionary operations requiring responsive field maintenance and equipment sustainment.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting equipment maintenance, mechanical repair, field service, vehicle maintenance, industrial maintenance, or sustainment operations for Government or Department of Defense programs.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense, Joint, Combatant Command, Service Component, or Special Operations organizations.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment, generators, material handling equipment, utility vehicles, or similar mission support systems.
• Experience maintaining maintenance documentation, inspection records, and repair logs.
• Demonstrated ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance while supporting operational timelines and mission requirements.
• Active Secret Clearance

Desired

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's Degree in Diesel Technology, Mechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Automotive Technology, or a related technical field is preferred.
• Experience supporting USSOCOM, SOCPAC, Geographic Combatant Commands, Theater Special Operations Commands (TSOCs), Joint Task Forces, or expeditionary maintenance operations.
• Experience utilizing GCSS-Army, GCSS-MC, computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and electronic maintenance reporting systems.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, diesel and gasoline engines, electrical troubleshooting, equipment lifecycle management, and Department of Defense maintenance doctrine.
• Professional certifications such as ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Certification, NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, OSHA 30-Hour General Industry, EPA Section 609 Certification, or equivalent mechanical maintenance certifications are preferred.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$57,500-$117,900

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.