Heavy Equipment Mechanic; Pinon Canyon

AFO is looking for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to work in Pinon Canyon, CO. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic analyzes malfunctions and repairs, rebuilds and maintains power equipment, such as cranes, power shovels, scrapers, paving machines, motor graders, trench‑digging machines, conveyors, bulldozers, dredges, pumps, compressors and pneumatic tools. This worker operates and inspects machines or equipment to diagnose defects, dismantles and reassembles equipment, uses hoists and hand tools, examines parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges, replaces defective engines and subassemblies such as transmissions, and tests overhauled equipment to insure operating efficiency.

The mechanic welds broken parts and structural members, may direct workers engaged in cleaning parts and assisting with assembly and disassembly of equipment, and may repair, adjust and maintain mining machinery such as stripping and loading shovels, drilling and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

• Performs the full range of overhaul, repair and service of combat vehicles, material handling equipment and heavy combat/engineer equipment at Field and Sustainment levels of maintenance. Ensures quality of work and required tools and materials are to be used.
• Ensures work is complete and conforms to standards and requirements IAW technical manuals, ETM’S, and local SOPs.
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic analyzes malfunctions, conducts repairs and services FMC.
• Worker will also repair forklifts, bucket loaders, excavators, motor graders, VAC trucks, tractors, lawn‑cutting equipment and water tankers.
• Troubleshoots electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic schematics, and uses scanners on commercial vehicle fleets.
• Performs initial, in‑process and final inspections of work orders.
• Assures that equipment and supplies are utilized properly.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Lead mechanic.

• High School graduate or equivalent with training in equipment maintenance and management procedures at the DS/GS level of maintenance.
• 3+ years of experience in equipment maintenance at the journeyman level. Commercial experience on heavy/light vehicles.

• Diagnostic and test equipment; multi‑meters, scanner, test set, material handling equipment, hand tools, test stands, and special tools.

• Work is generally conducted in a shop environment. However, duties may involve work out‑doors with potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions.
• Work will require lifting up to 50 lbs, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, and prolonged sitting.
• Employee use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required in certain areas, including head, foot, hand, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices.
• Must comply with OSHA, EPA, Fire Regulations and published company work rules.
• Must be able to deploy with a military unit if required during training exercises down range or at a National training center. Must wear steel‑toe shoes at all times.

SCA – The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.