Mechanic (Automotive/Heavy Equipment), GMEC

Duties

• Performs diagnostic procedures to determine the need for maintenance or repair.
• Recommends to Ground Support Unit Leader those vehicles or heavy equipment which need to be referred to a shop for repair.
• Performs whatever maintenance and repairs that can effectively be performed in the field.
• Gathers information, equipment, and supplies necessary for incident assignment prior to departure for the incident.
• Obtains a briefing from supervisor, EQPM or GSUL.

Position Knowledge and/or Requirements

• Mechanical knowledge of most types of vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Must have a working knowledge of gas powered and diesel engine mechanics.
• Must have a working knowledge of recommended maintenance procedures and timeframes for a wide variety of vehicles and heavy equipment.