Heavy Equipment Technician

Rockstar Recruiting
  • Norfolk, Virginia
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    What You'll Be Rockin’ Day-to-Day

    You're the mechanical wizard—owning the performance, reliability, and readiness of tactical and heavy-duty vehicles and systems. From diagnostics to full system overhauls, your hands-on expertise will make the mission happen.


    • Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on tactical and CESE (Civil Engineering Support Equipment).
    • Troubleshoot, repair, and assess equipment per OEM specifications on systems including but not limited to:
    • Ford Power Stroke, Chevy Duramax, Cummins, John Deere, Kubota, Mercedes, and Caterpillar diesel engines
    • Allison Transmissions, 4L80E Transmission
    • 15KW & 45KW Generators
    • Hydraulic systems for 55-ton Lowboy Trailers, 15K & 30K Forklifts
    • Provide technical training or instruction on equipment when needed.
    • Serve as the primary point of contact for troubleshooting and coordination with government reps.
    • Submit all contract-related reports and deliverables on time and with precision.


    What You Bring to the Table

    • High school diploma, trade school cert, or equivalent.
    • 6+ years’ hands-on experience as an OEM-level mechanic—could be from a dealership, commercial fleet shop, or military maintenance unit.
    • Your own professional tool set relevant to your trade.
    • Active DoD Secret Clearance (with ability to obtain a Top Secret).
    • ASE Certification in Diesel Engines, plus at least two additional ASE certifications in areas such as:
    • Drive Train
    • Brakes
    • Suspension & Steering
    • Electrical
    • Heating & A/C
    • Preventative Maintenance


    Bonus Points If You Have

    • Proven experience with MESF CESE equipment following OEM standards—covering engines, transmissions, generators, and hydraulic systems listed above.
    • Prior work in expeditionary, tactical, or deployed environments.


    Physical Requirements

    • Able to lift 30+ lbs, transport equipment, and work in rugged environments.
    • Must be comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, aboard ships, and in extreme heat, cold, humidity, and noise.
    • Capable of wearing a respirator and performing duties in industrial/military conditions.
    • Willing and able to travel both domestically and internationally.


    What You’ll Get

    • Competitive pay and benefits
    • High-impact, mission-driven work
    • Opportunities for ongoing training and career growth
    • Supportive and skilled team environment
    • Exposure to cutting-edge equipment and systems

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNorfolk, Virginia

    Skills

    • ASEunmatched
    • Caterpillar Equipmentunmatched
    • Cerebral Vascular Accidentunmatched
    • Civil Engineeringunmatched
    • Diesel Engineunmatched
    • DoD Secret Clearanceunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
    • Equipment Specificationunmatched
    • Forkliftunmatched
    • Governmentunmatched
    • Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
    • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • John Deere Equipmentunmatched
    • Lift/Move 30 Poundsunmatched
    • Militaryunmatched
    • OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)unmatched
    • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
    • Technical Trainingunmatched
    • Top Secret Clearanceunmatched
    • Vehicle Fleetsunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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