Heavy Equipment Mechanic, White Sands, NM

Technica LLC • White Sands, NM

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Technica LLC is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic for a government contract at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico. The position supports the WSTC mission across the WSMR Area of Responsibility by performing field- and sustainment-level maintenance. The mechanic maintains and repairs Non-Standard Equipment (NSE), tactical wheel vehicles, heavy equipment, and material handling equipment (MHE), supporting equipment readiness in garrison and remote field or range environments.

The role requires documenting maintenance and maintaining accountability using GCSS-Army and Department of the Army maintenance forms. The mechanic provides professional customer service and must be able to work in field and industrial environments, including extreme weather, while following required PPE practices. Extended hours, weekends, or alternate shifts may be required as mission needs dictate.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of related maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of military or commercial heavy equipment systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident for more than 3 years for CAC/NACI eligibility.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Subject to monthly random drug testing under the contract drug-free workplace program.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to work in field and industrial environments, including extreme weather conditions such as heat, wind, rain, snow, and blowing sand.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods, including a minimum of two continuous hours.
• Ability to climb equipment and work at heights up to 10 feet.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment while performing duties.
• Must be available to work extended hours, weekends, or alternate shifts as mission requirements dictate.

Nice To Haves

• U.S. Army MOS 91B/91S (Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic) or MOS 91A background; civilian equivalent experience on equivalent equipment is accepted.
• Prior experience on a DoD contract servicing and repairing military equipment.
• CDL preferred for operational flexibility in moving fleet equipment.
• Prior experience working in a DoD contract maintenance environment on a military installation.

Responsibilities

• Perform field- and sustainment-level maintenance in support of the WSTC mission across the WSMR Area of Responsibility.
• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on Non-Standard Equipment, tactical wheel vehicles, heavy equipment, and material handling equipment.
• Execute recovery operations and support mission readiness in garrison and remote field or range environments.
• Use GCSS-Army and Department of the Army maintenance forms to document work and maintain accountability.
• Ensure equipment is operationally ready to support Test Center and customer mission requirements.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining professionalism.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED