Automotive Mechanic II – Defense
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Type: Contract to Hire
Location: Warren, MI
Description
Synergy Solutions is hiring a dependable Automotive Mechanic II – Defense for trade assignments with leading employers. Apply your skills on projects that require precision, safety, and reliability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This role offers the chance to develop your expertise and gain hands-on experience with advanced tools and technologies.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Automotive Mechanic II to join our team in a prototype vehicle environment. In this role, you will modify cars and trucks, perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance, and support a variety of hands-on engineering and development projects. This position requires both independent work and collaboration with customers and team members.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Maintain vehicle functionality by performing inspections and working from repair orders or supervisor instructions.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical system issues; replace parts and components as needed.
• Read, interpret, and follow technical service procedures and work instructions.
• Document all services and repairs by maintaining accurate vehicle records.
• Operate and maintain shop equipment, including troubleshooting issues and performing preventive maintenance.
• Conduct Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) in accordance with technical manuals and project requirements.
• Support prototype modifications and custom builds in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:
Required Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as an automotive or heavy equipment mechanic.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with diagnostic equipment, maintenance tools, and specialized repair tools.
• Experience reading and executing technical procedures and service documentation.
• Hands-on experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing military vehicle platforms (wheeled and/or tracked).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Must have own tools and rolling toolbox.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends as needed.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (ITAR compliance required).
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience as a heavy equipment or diesel mechanic.
• Prior military service in a wheeled or tracked vehicle mechanic role (e.g., 91B, 91H, 3521, or equivalent).
• Experience operating heavy equipment, tactical recovery vehicles, forklifts, or similar shop equipment.
• Certificate in Automotive Technology or a related field.
• ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certification(s).
• State Mechanic Certification(s).
• Experience with vehicle alignments, A/C system repair, and tire machines/balancers.
EEOC
Synergy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with the values of Synergy, we make all employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical handicap, mental disability, medical condition, disability, gender or identity or expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, height and/or weight. The list of duties and responsibilities outlined above is representative and may not be a complete and detailed list of tasks. Employee must perform any and all other duties assigned by his or her supervisor. Additionally, this job description does not constitute a contract of employment and that the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.