Abrams Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

Position Description:

Abrams Heavy Equipment Mechanic (SCA)

Experienced maintenance mechanic, familiar with the deprocessing and maintenance tasks on the variations of the Abrams Tanks (M1A1 ED, M1A2 SEP V2) vehicles for the Material Fielding Team (MFT) at Ft. Hood.

Provide input to program planning, schedules, and maintenance techniques for the Abrams Fleet Vehicles.

Identify technical problems and assist Field Service Representative in performing maintenance.

Perform other duties as assigned by Leadership responsible for maintenance.

Position Requirements:

Must have one (1) or more years of maintenance experience on tracked vehicles; preferably on the Abrams M1A2 SEP Tanks

Must be able to gain access to US Military facilities or bases; including a NACI clearance if required

Must be a US person and able to obtain U.S. Passport.

Must be willing to travel within the Continental United States (CONUS) and outside the Continental United States (OCONUS), if required;

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 successfully pass the Job Proficiency Certification for Abrams fleet vehicles

Be able to work autonomously with government personnel

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