VEWSS Senior Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanics

Seventh Dimension•San Diego, CA

About The Position

The Senior Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanic serves as a master mechanic responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and overseeing complex maintenance actions across NSW diesel, heavy equipment, and tactical vehicle fleets. This role performs the most technically demanding repairs and provides expert guidance and oversight to less experienced mechanics within the shop. The Senior Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanic ensures maintenance actions meet OEM, NAVFAC, and NSW standards while supporting high equipment availability and operational readiness.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship required
Ability to obtain installation access credentials
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
Valid U.S. driver’s license (Valid CDL preferred)
Minimum 6 years as an OEM, commercial fleet, or military diesel/heavy equipment mechanic (or E7–E8 equivalent military experience)
Experience maintaining diesel engines over 400 HP and CESE platforms
Proficiency using Asset Works Fleet Focus
Ability to repair all tactical, expeditionary, and nontactical equipment in the shop
Experience providing technical oversight and mentorship
ASE Master Mechanic certification in Medium Heavy Trucks or Military Tactical Wheeled Vehicles (May be waived with 5 years as a depot level shop lead mechanic or supervisor)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Compliance with hazardous material, safety, and facility access procedures
Compliance with drugfree workforce requirements
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
Standing, bending, kneeling, climbing on vehicles and equipment
Work in motor pool, shop, and field environments
Exposure to noise, fuels, lubricants, exhaust, weather, and rugged terrain

Responsibilities

Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on diesel and heavy equipment platforms
Repair and troubleshoot engines, drivetrains, suspension, braking, and hydraulic systems
Provide expert technical input on complex maintenance issues
Oversee and mentor junior and midlevel mechanics
Ensure maintenance quality and compliance with OEM and NAVFAC standards
Support inspections, audits, and readiness assessments
Operate Government vehicles during testing and repair activities
Document all labor, parts, and repairs in Fleet Focus

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