Vehicle Equipment Technician - JVA-2026-021

Red River Science & Technology; Fort Knox (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Red River Science & Technology, LLC seeks an experienced heavy equipment technician at Fort Knox, KY. The role maintains and repairs cranes, heavy trucks, dozers, generators, and other power equipment to ensure readiness.

You will diagnose issues, disassemble and reassemble machinery, follow Army regulations and company procedures, and may travel to other sites. A minimum of 3 years' hands-on experience and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Must have minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with heavy equipment and theory of operation.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain CAC.
• High school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to obtain CAC.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic tests and repairs on power equipment such as cranes, shovels, scrapers, and grinders.
• Inspect, dismantle, reassemble equipment with hoists and hand tools; replace engines/subassemblies and test performance.
• Maintain hydraulic systems, transmissions, brakes, and electrical systems on heavy vehicles.
• Follow Army regulations, DA PAMs, manuals, and company procedures in all tasks.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

U.S. citizenship

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Fort Knox, Fort Knox, KY, US

Salary Range: $32.85 To $32.85 Hourly

Position Summary

Perform maintenance and repair activities on various vehicles and pieces of equipment including but not limited to heavy equipment, tactical and non-tactical heavy-duty trucks, semi-tractors, KALMARs and material handling equipment, i.e., 4000lb to a 40 Ton Forklifts, M4Ks, Atlas M270s, Dozers (D7G), graders, Heavy Duty Agricultural Equipment, compressors, air compressors, and ground support equipment, generators, water/hydraulic pumps, electrical systems, fuel and exhaust systems.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Perform diagnostic tests using measuring devices, instruments, test equipment or special tools.
  analyzes malfunctions and repairs, rebuilds, and maintains power equipment, such as cranes, power
  shovels, scrapers, paving machines, motor graders, trench-digging machines, conveyors, bulldozers,
  dredges, pumps, compressors, and pneumatic tools.
• Operates and inspects machines or equipment to diagnose defects, dismantles, and reassembles equipment, using hoists and hand tools, examines parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges, replaces defective engines and subassemblies, such as transmissions, and tests overhauled equipment to insure operating efficiency.
• Operates, inspects and repairs hydraulic-operated transmissions and attachments, hydraulic cylinders, drive trains, tracked vehicle, heavy-duty truck suspension and steering systems.
• Operates and utilizes an assortment of tools to perform repairs that include power, pneumatic, and machinery such as grinding machines, presses, torch-cutting equipment, jacks and hoists to lift and move large components.
• Operates, inspects, and repairs brake systems to include heavy duty air brake, single and double chamber air brake units.
• Familiar with reading schematics diagrams for electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• May direct workers engaged in cleaning parts and assisting with assembly and disassembly of equipment, and may repair, adjust, and maintain mining machinery, such as stripping and loading shovels, drilling, and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines.
• Performs all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• All work is accomplished IAW with the applicable Army regulations, DA PAMs, Technical Manuals, Technical Bulletins, and Repair Manuals, and Company procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested, which may include travel to and assisting at other sites to accommodate applicant flow.

Non- Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No Direct Supervisory Responsibilities

Education and/or Experience

Minimum requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years of hands‑on experience and excellent understanding of mechanical equipment and theory of operation of cranes, tactical vehicles, electrical systems, generators, automotive, HVAC maintenance and other heavy equipment, vehicle repair, electrical, heating systems and diesel maintenance.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be U.S. citizen.
  Must be able to obtain a CAC and work the assigned shift hours.
  Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, comprehend and explain instructions, letters, memos, emails, and correspondence from inside the organization as well as from external sources. Ability to effectively respond, communicate and present information to customers, internal and external, clients and other employees in the organization. Ability to interpret instructions and information and explain to others in the performance of this job in English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must have the ability to work indoors or outdoors in bad weather. Must be able to stand, sit, squat, carry lift to 25 lbs., walk and drive for long period of times. Must possess visual acuity to review written documentation; ability to hear and understand speech at normal to high levels and on the telephone; and the manual dexterity to operate hand tools.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/HOURS:

Job is performed indoors and outdoors and will be exposed to prevailing weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may vary from moderate to high, depending on location. Will work a 40-hour work week. Specific positions may require the individual to work rotating shifts.

EXPECTATIONS:

The employee must be dependable and have strong communication skills while meeting project deadlines. Must maintain accountability of equipment. Timesheets must be completed daily, ensuring that you accurately record your actual work hours. Timely and precise timesheet entries are essential for maintaining our records and ensuring smooth operations. Additionally, please remember to dress.

Red River Science & Technology, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran. We reserve the right to modify or revise the job descriptions in part or in their entirety. Reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with governing law

Position Summary

Perform maintenance and repair activities on various vehicles and pieces of equipment including but not limited to heavy equipment, tactical and non-tactical heavy-duty trucks, semi-tractors, KALMARs and material handling equipment, i.e., 4000lb to a 40 Ton Forklifts, M4Ks, Atlas M270s, Dozers (D7G), graders, Heavy Duty Agricultural Equipment, compressors, air compressors, and ground support equipment, generators, water/hydraulic pumps, electrical systems, fuel and exhaust systems.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Perform diagnostic tests using measuring devices, instruments, test equipment or special tools.
  analyzes malfunctions and repairs, rebuilds, and maintains power equipment, such as cranes, power
  shovels, scrapers, paving machines, motor graders, trench-digging machines, conveyors, bulldozers,
  dredges, pumps, compressors, and pneumatic tools.
• Operates and inspects machines or equipment to diagnose defects, dismantles, and reassembles equipment, using hoists and hand tools, examines parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges, replaces defective engines and subassemblies, such as transmissions, and tests overhauled equipment to insure operating efficiency.
• Operates, inspects and repairs hydraulic-operated transmissions and attachments, hydraulic cylinders, drive trains, tracked vehicle, heavy-duty truck suspension and steering systems.
• Operates and utilizes an assortment of tools to perform repairs that include power, pneumatic, and machinery such as grinding machines, presses, torch-cutting equipment, jacks and hoists to lift and move large components.
• Operates, inspects, and repairs brake systems to include heavy duty air brake, single and double chamber air brake units.
• Familiar with reading schematics diagrams for electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• May direct workers engaged in cleaning parts and assisting with assembly and disassembly of equipment, and may repair, adjust, and maintain mining machinery, such as stripping and loading shovels, drilling, and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines.
• Performs all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• All work is accomplished IAW with the applicable Army regulations, DA PAMs, Technical Manuals, Technical Bulletins, and Repair Manuals, and Company procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested, which may include travel to and assisting at other sites to accommodate applicant flow.

Non- Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No Direct Supervisory Responsibilities

Education and/or Experience

Minimum requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years of hands‑on experience and excellent understanding of mechanical equipment and theory of operation of cranes, tactical vehicles, electrical systems, generators, automotive, HVAC maintenance and other heavy equipment, vehicle repair, electrical, heating systems and diesel maintenance.