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Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Killeen, Texas - Posted on April 16, 2025
Published By Tom Dzikowski

Trillium Professional has a long term opportunity in Fort Cavazos, TX for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. 

Experienced maintenance mechanic, familiar with operation, maintenance and modification work orders (MWO) on the variations of the Abrams Tank (M1A1 SA, M1A2 SEP V2 and SEP V3) vehicles for the  Ft. Cavazos team. 

Job duties:
-Perform preventive maintenance checks and services and install MWO’s on variations of the Abrams Tanks (M1A1ED, M1A2SEP V2 and V3) 
-Read and interpret troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures and flow diagrams for systems, subsystems and components. 
-Maintain accountability of special tools, test equipment and property. 
-Perform other duties as assigned by leadership responsible for maintenance.

Pay is $31.31 per hour. Apply now!

Position Requirements:
-Must have one (1) or more years of general mechanical maintenance experience, preferably on the Abrams Family of Tanks. 
-Must have basic knowledge of tools and test equipment required for military vehicle maintenance. 
-High school diploma or equivalent required. 
-Must be able to gain access to US Military facilities or bases; including a NACI clearance if required. 
-Must be a U.S. person. 
-Must be able to work effectively in a team-oriented structure in field and shop environment, both on and off military installations. 
-Required to work at heights, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, able to climb, and work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions. 
-Must have a valid State Driver’s License and be able to obtain a tank driver’s license 
-Must meet the anthropometric requirements (ASR) to entry into the driver’s station or into an enclosed military vehicle. 
-Must be able to travel as required to support  Ft. Hood maintenance, fielding and retrofit activities for State-side requirements 
-Must be able to successfully pass the Job Proficiency Certification for Abrams fleet vehicles. 
-Be able to work autonomously with government personnel
 


Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for the employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Trillium offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the ability to participate in health insurance and retirement plans, paid holidays, state required leave, and vacation days, if applicable. Trillium’s offerings are dependent on the state in which the assignment is located, length of time worked, and may change depending on assignment. Benefit packages for direct hire placements vary based on the client company.

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