Fits together parts and subassemblies to operate, repair, and maintain heavy equipment, mechanical equipment, tracked vehicles, automotive vehicles, vans, cranes, forklifts, transporters, etc.  Determines parts, tolerances, electromechanical interfaces from blueprints, technical books and specification sheets.  Work requires practical application of technical knowledge or mechanical principles, ability to determine malfunctions and skill to put equipment in required operating condition.

Applies working technical knowledge to perform simple or routine tasks in working on various equipment, following detailed instructions which cover virtually all procedures.  Receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician.  Work is typically spot-checked but is given detailed review when new or advanced assignments are involved.  May be assigned other duties within his or her capabilities.

Qualification requirements include demonstration of satisfactory skill and good performance with three years of progressive work experience in the specific field or graduation from a two- year technical program at an accredited institution. Must possess a valid driver’s license with a CDL class A with no restriction endorsement.  Applicant selected may be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.