Heavy Equipment Mechanic Lead

***This position is physically located in Kuwait in support of LOGCAP***

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, oversees the day-to-day execution of the vehicle maintenance shop. Ensures established policies and procedures are effectively enforced. Controls shop maintenance schedule to ensure maximum utilization of assigned personnel. Reviews work in progress and upon completion for conformance to standards and to ensure section maintains

the highest standards of workmanship and quality.

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

• Conducts planning and scheduling of maintenance and services for all assigned equipment.
• Responsible for Hand Receipt Holder for tools, equipment, and spare parts assigned to the section.
• Utilizes Global Combat Support-Army (GCSS-Army) to manage daily maintenance related functions
• Monitors work orders/production on all assigned equipment requiring corrective action.
• Responsible for the tracking of equipment services, preventative maintenance checks and services (PMCS), administrative services, and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Ensures daily reporting is annotated with current and updated information.
• Responsible for physical/personnel security, supply and maintenance management operations as it pertains to assigned equipment.
• Responsible for tracking recoverable items to ensure compliance with exchange pricing (EP)/ recoverable items program.
• Manages bench stock in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Perform additional tasks or other responsibilities, such as Safety Representative, Quality Representative, etc.Conducts scheduled and unscheduled services on Non-Tactical and Tactical Equipment in accordance with current applicable Technical Manual (TM) -10, -20, and -30 level maintenance on various vehicle systems, follows TM service/lube order criteria, and perform weekly and monthly PMCS, diagnoses and troubleshoots malfunctions, performs field-level maintenance on the engines, transmissions, and power train major assemblies and components, vehicular mounted environmental control systems, fuel system components, suspension systems, steering systems, hydraulic systems, fire extinguisher/suppression systems, vehicular-mounted armament, gun turret drive system, and the fire control system on the Stryker Family of Tactical Vehicles.
• Performs vehicle test drives and testing of components and systems using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
• Uses, maintain, and handles shop power tools.
• Follows repair procedures using Maintenance Allocation Charts (MAC), as well as USG and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) technical manuals.
• Performs routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
• Disassembles units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Performs battlefield damage, assessment, and repair.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School graduate or equivalent preferred. Must provide copy of diploma.
  • MOS or civilian trade qualification in US Army MOS 63B Wheel Mechanic or equivalent.
  • A valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and Host Nation Heavy Driver’s License.
  • 608/609 Certification preferred.
• Experience:
  • Approximately two (2) years’ experience in Tactical and Non-tactical Vehicle (NTV) maintenance at the journeyman level, with at least five (5) years of supervisory experience.
  • Must understand and be well-versed in the performance of organizational, direct, and general support maintenance of tactical wheeled vehicles and non-tactical vehicles.
• Skills:
  • Must have knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
  • Familiar with the use of Military electronic or paper version of technical manuals.
  • Ability to read, analyze, understand, and interprets blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, reports, technical publications, and documents.
  • The ability to troubleshoot, determining causes of operating errors and deciding on the proper course(s) of action.
  • Must have excellent communications skills, both written and oral, in English.
  • Ability to work in a diverse workforce.
  • Requires a collaborative work style, fostering cooperation and teamwork.
  • Must exercise discretion and good sound judgement.
  • Knowledgeable of the Army Maintenance Management Principles and Standards.
  • Knowledgeable of physical security of government issued equipment.
  • Possesses excellent interpersonal skills; must be customer-oriented and divers.
  • Ability to handle confidential company and employee information with complete discretion.
  • Ability to work effectively with employees and management of all levels to include multi-national staff, superiors, and ranking military officers and non-commissioned officers.
  • Must have good understating in the use of MS Office other related applications.
• Physical Requirements
  • Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Visual Acuity
  • The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
• Working Conditions
  • The worker is subject to extreme heat. Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions, such as wind and humidity.
  • The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions. No effective protection from the weather.
  • The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
  • The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
  • The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School graduate or equivalent preferred. Must provide copy of diploma.
  • MOS or civilian trade qualification in US Army MOS 63B Wheel Mechanic or equivalent.
  • A valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and Host Nation Heavy Driver’s License.
  • 608/609 Certification preferred.
• Experience:
  • Approximately two (2) years’ experience in Tactical and Non-tactical Vehicle (NTV) maintenance at the journeyman level, with at least five (5) years of supervisory experience.
  • Must understand and be well-versed in the performance of organizational, direct, and general support maintenance of tactical wheeled vehicles and non-tactical vehicles.
• Skills:
  • Must have knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
  • Familiar with the use of Military electronic or paper version of technical manuals.
  • Ability to read, analyze, understand, and interprets blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, reports, technical publications, and documents.
  • The ability to troubleshoot, determining causes of operating errors and deciding on the proper course(s) of action.
  • Must have excellent communications skills, both written and oral, in English.
  • Ability to work in a diverse workforce.
  • Requires a collaborative work style, fostering cooperation and teamwork.
  • Must exercise discretion and good sound judgement.
  • Knowledgeable of the Army Maintenance Management Principles and Standards.
  • Knowledgeable of physical security of government issued equipment.
  • Possesses excellent interpersonal skills; must be customer-oriented and divers.
  • Ability to handle confidential company and employee information with complete discretion.
  • Ability to work effectively with employees and management of all levels to include multi-national staff, superiors, and ranking military officers and non-commissioned officers.
  • Must have good understating in the use of MS Office other related applications.
• Physical Requirements
  • Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Visual Acuity
  • The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
• Working Conditions
  • The worker is subject to extreme heat. Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions, such as wind and humidity.
  • The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions. No effective protection from the weather.
  • The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
  • The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
  • The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

• Conducts planning and scheduling of maintenance and services for all assigned equipment.
• Responsible for Hand Receipt Holder for tools, equipment, and spare parts assigned to the section.
• Utilizes Global Combat Support-Army (GCSS-Army) to manage daily maintenance related functions
• Monitors work orders/production on all assigned equipment requiring corrective action.