Akima Facilities Operations is currently seeking Motor Vehicle Mechanic to support the Eagle LSS Contract in Fort Hood, TX. 

• The Motor Vehicle Mechanic repairs, rebuilds, or overhauls major assemblies of internal combustion automobiles, buses, trucks or tractors.

• 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.

• Work environment includes periodic overtime, exposure to heat, dust, cold, and inclement weather conditions.

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• 2 years of motor vehicle maintenance experience.

• Knowledgeable in U.S. Army maintenance procedures and AR 750-1.

• Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.

• Ability to bring and use own tools.

• Ability to receive a favorable Tier-1 Investigation.

• Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching.

Desired Qualifications:

• 3-5 year’s maintenance experience preferred.

• US Army MOS 91/63 series qualification.

• Experience on US Army tactical vehicles.

• Commercial Driver License Preferred.

• Valid Drivers License.

• High School Diploma/GED.

Pay Rate: 

• Hourly Compensation: $21.90.

• Hourly Health & Welfare Benefit: $5.09.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.