Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Saalex is seeking an Motor Vehicle Mechanic in Ridgecrest, CA
. Saalex Solutions, a division of Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company focused on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services, and Information Technology Services.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $28.51+ hourly

Work Location: Onsite.

• Performs troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on fleet and target vehicles as assigned.
• Completes repair orders and associated vehicular documents either manually, or electronically.
• Repairs are done on light and heavy‑duty trucks, heavy equipment, various military vehicles, and others assigned to the task order, and consist of vehicular mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Other duties include but are not limited to:
  • Equipment operation, target construction, and other task‑order related assignments as needed.
  • Work is accomplished in open bay; outdoor duties also required.
  • Temperatures vary throughout the year.
  • Overtime may be required.

• At least three years’ experience as a diesel mechanic.
• Experience with heavy equipment:
  Backhoe, Dozer, Grader, Front End Loader, Rollers.
• Practical knowledge of proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
• Driver’s License required; CA Driver’s License preferred.
• Journeyman level vehicular repair experience.
• Minimum 2 years of training from an authorized trade school or military training school.

• Military equipment experience would be a plus.

HS Diploma or GED required.

Must be eligible to obtain a secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US citizenship, security investigation, etc.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan