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Heavy Equipment Mechanic -- M1 Abrams Tank
Heavy Equipment Mechanic -- M1 Abrams Tank-March 2024
Fort Cavazos
Mar 31, 2026
About Heavy Equipment Mechanic -- M1 Abrams Tank

  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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  Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

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