Heavy Equipment Mechanic Lead w / CDL (Ft. Hunter Liggett, CA)

Job Title : Heavy Equipment Mechanic w / CDL (Lead)

Location : Fort Hunter Liggett, CA

Hourly Rate : $36.54

Job Description :

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic Lead will oversee and perform maintenance, repairs, and rebuilds of heavy power equipment in support of U.S. Army Reserve operations. The position combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring that all maintenance and repair activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic Lead position is responsible for replacing defective engines and subassemblies such as transmissions, conducting tests to ensure proper operation, and welding broken parts or structural members as needed. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic Lead directs and assists personnel engaged in equipment cleaning, assembly, and disassembly, and may perform specialized repairs and adjustments on mining and construction machinery, including drilling and cutting machines, stripping and loading shovels, and continuous mining systems.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced mechanical knowledge, leadership ability, and strong attention to detail, ensuring all maintenance tasks are completed safely and meet quality standards.

A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) is required for this position to meet the scope of contract operations. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, leadership skills, and experience managing maintenance teams in a military or industrial environment.

May be required to work Indoor / Outdoor; exposure to external environmental conditions possible.

Performs all other position -related duties and assigned or requested.

Minimum Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Able to operate and inspect machines or equipment to diagnose defects.
• Dismantles and reassembles equipment, using hoists and hand tools.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.
• Replaces defective engines and subassemblies, such as transmissions, and tests overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repairs, and adjustments of all heavy machinery to ensure the equipment remains fully mission capable for mission support.
• Performs annual, quarterly, and monthly inspections on all Automotive / track and heavy tactical equipment.
• Performs a variety of collateral duties such as handling, containment, clean-up and disposal of hazardous waste, etc.
• Operates all heavy equipment and forklifts up to and including 50,000 pounds lift capacity, and a variety of other equipment to trouble shoot faults and validate repairs.
• Understands and uses safety items and personal protective equipment (PPE) that is mandatory and actively supports the EHS safety program.
• Required to walk, stand, sit, and move about the property for long periods of time.
• Able to lead other employees in daily routine work functions and on the job training.
• Required to perform physical activities that require considerable use of the arms and legs and moving the entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping to handle materials.
• Work in a noise level can range from minimal to intense.
• Able to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.
• Possess a Valid California Commercial Drivers' License (CDL).
• Must be a US Citizen or able to work in the US.
• Assist with fostering a cooperative and positive work atmosphere

PD Systems is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

Employment decisions at PD Systems are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.