Job Description:
Position: Abrams Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Location: Fort Cavazos, TX
Duration: 12 months (temporary role with ability to extend or be directly hired)
Pay Rate: $24.30 per hour (H&W $4.41 for additional benefits)
Start Date: as soon as possible or until Filled / Closed
Abrams maintenance
contract employment
1 or more years of experience
Experienced maintenance mechanic , familiar with operation, maintenance and modification work orders (MWO) on the variations of the Abrams Tank (M1A1 SA, M1A2 SEP V2 and SEP V3) vehicles for the GDLS Fort Cavazos team
Perform preventive maintenance checks and services and install MWOs on variations of the Abrams Tanks (M1A1ED, M1A2SEP V2 and V3)
Read and interpret troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures and flow diagrams for systems, subsystems and components
Maintain accountability of special tools, test equipment and property
Perform other duties as assigned by Leadership responsible for maintenance
Requirements:
Must have one (1) or more years of general mechanical maintenance experience, preferably on the Abrams Family of Tanks
Must have basic knowledge of tools and test equipment required for military vehicle maintenance
Must be able to work effectively in a team-oriented structure in field and shop environment, both on and off military installations
Required to work at heights, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, able to climb, and work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions
Must have a valid State Driver's License and be able to obtain a tank driver’s license
Must meet the anthropometric requirements (ASR) to entry into the driver’s station or into an enclosed military vehicle
Must be able to travel as required to support GDLS Fort Cavazos maintenance, fielding and retrofit activities for both State-side and International GDLS requirements
Must be able to successfully pass the Job Proficiency Certification for Abrams fleet vehicles
Be able to work autonomously with government personnel
gain access to U.S. Military facilities (possible Military Clearance)
valid State Driver s License
standard employment background screening
legally permitted to work in the U.S.; U.S. Citizen
high school diploma (or GED)
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