Motor Vehicle Mechanic

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The Motor Vehicle Mechanic performs inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on Army tactical and non-tactical wheeled vehicles processed through a contractor-managed equipment turn-in site. This role ensures all vehicles meet Army technical and safety standards before storage, redistribution, or disposal. The mechanic supports Army property accountability by identifying deficiencies, completing corrective actions, and documenting all services in compliance with Army Technical Manuals (TMs), AR 750-1, DA PAM 750-8, and contract requirements.

The Motor Vehicle Mechanic repairs, rebuilds, or overhauls major assemblies of internal combustion automobiles, buses, trucks or tractors. Work involves most of the following:
Diagnosing the source of trouble and determining the extent of repairs required; replacing worn or broken parts such as piston rings, bearings, or other engine parts; grinding and adjusting valves; rebuilding carburetors; overhauling transmissions; and repairing fuel injection, lighting, and ignition systems. In general, the work of the Motor Vehicle Mechanic requires rounded training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent

• Conduct inspections on wheeled vehicles and trailers during turn-in to verify condition,serviceability, and compliance with Army standards.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fuel, and brake system malfunctions.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) using Army standards and TMs.
• Recommend condition codes (serviceable/unserviceable) based on inspection results.
• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on systems including engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, electrical, and braking systems.
• Conduct services such as lubrication, filter changes, tire replacement, and part swaps.
• Identify vehicles beyond economical repair and prepare documentation for turn-in or disposal.
• Support maintenance and readiness of site-owned Material Handling Equipment (MHE) when required.
• Record findings, repairs, and maintenance actions on DA Form 2404, DA Form 5988-E, or automated maintenance records (e.g., GCSS-Army).
• Maintain complete andaccuratemaintenance logs in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
• Support audit readiness by ensuring record is updated and error-free.
• Follow all Army, OSHA, and company safety regulations while performing maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with HAZMAT handling, spill prevention, and environmental standards.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas, tools, and equipment.
• Coordinate with Supply Technicians, Inspectors, and Material Coordinators to align vehicle processing with turn-in requirements.
• Provide technicalexpertiseduring high-volume or mass turn-in events.
• Assist with preparing vehicles for storage, shipment, or transfer to redistribution sites.

• Must be able tolift upto 50 lbs. and perform routine standing, walking, bending, and reaching tasks in warehouse and field environments.
• Must also meet all physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties, including working in extreme heat or cold, high, or low humidity, blowing sand and dust, confined spaces, heights, and other inclement weather conditions.
• This position involves working both indoors and outdoors, periodic overtime, and exposure to heat, dust, cold, and adverse weather conditions.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent is preferred; however, equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted.
• Experience:
  • 3–5 years of experience in motor vehicle maintenance (Army tactical/non-tactical vehicle experience strongly preferred).
  • Familiarity with U.S. Army maintenance procedures, PMCS, and TMs.
  • Army maintenance regulations (AR 750-1, DA PAM 750-8).
  • Armylogisticssystems such as GCSS-Army.
  • Condition code classification and Army turn-in documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to diagnose and repair vehicle mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret Army TMs, schematics,…