Full-Time

Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Deadline 6/29/27
Akima

Akima

1,001-5,000 employees

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Compensation Overview

$27.80/hr

Colorado Springs, CO, USA

In Person

On-site at Fort Carson, Colorado (near Colorado Springs).

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)

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Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational/technical training in vehicle mechanics preferred.
  • 3–5 years of experience in motor vehicle maintenance (Army tactical/non-tactical vehicle experience strongly preferred).
  • Familiarity with U.S. Army maintenance procedures, PMCS, and TMs.
  • Army maintenance regulations (AR 750-1, DA PAM 750-8).
  • Army logistics systems such as GCSS-Army.
  • Condition code classification and Army turn-in documentation.
  • Ability to diagnose and repair vehicle mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret Army TMs, schematics, and diagrams.
  • Effective recordkeeping and reporting skills.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills in high-tempo environments.
  • Must be able to attain a Common Access Card (CAC).
  • Must be willing to travel for 90 continuous days, up to 110 days with an extension.
  • Must be willing to work a schedule that is 90 days travel and 90 days home continuous throughout employment.
  • Employee must possess a valid passport or be able to acquire a passport within 120 days of employment.
  • Must have a REAL ID.
  • Must be able to travel up to 75%.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and valid insurance.
Responsibilities
  • Vehicle Inspection & Diagnostics: Conduct inspections on wheeled vehicles and trailers during turn-in to verify condition, serviceability, and compliance with Army standards.
  • Vehicle Inspection & Diagnostics: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fuel, and brake system malfunctions.
  • Vehicle Inspection & Diagnostics: Perform Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) using Army standards and TMs.
  • Vehicle Inspection & Diagnostics: Recommend condition codes (serviceable/unserviceable) based on inspection results.
  • Repair & Maintenance: Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on systems including engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, electrical, and braking systems.
  • Repair & Maintenance: Conduct services such as lubrication, filter changes, tire replacement, and part swaps.
  • Repair & Maintenance: Identify vehicles beyond economical repair and prepare documentation for turn-in or disposal.
  • Repair & Maintenance: Support maintenance and readiness of site-owned Material Handling Equipment (MHE) when required.
  • Documentation & Records: Record findings, repairs, and maintenance actions on DA Form 2404, DA Form 5988-E, or automated maintenance records (e.g., GCSS-Army).
  • Documentation & Records: Maintain complete and accurate maintenance logs in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
  • Documentation & Records: Support audit readiness by ensuring records are updated and error-free.
  • Safety & Compliance: Follow all Army, OSHA, and company safety regulations while performing maintenance.
  • Safety & Compliance: Ensure compliance with HAZMAT handling, spill prevention, and environmental standards.
  • Safety & Compliance: Maintain clean and safe work areas, tools, and equipment.
  • Support to Turn-In Operations: Coordinate with Supply Technicians, Inspectors, and Material Coordinators to align vehicle processing with turn-in requirements.
  • Support to Turn-In Operations: Provide technical expertise during high-volume or mass turn-in events.
  • Support to Turn-In Operations: Assist with preparing vehicles for storage, shipment, or transfer to redistribution sites.
  • Any other duties as assigned.

Akima provides services to the U.S. federal government across facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, FF&E, and construction. It delivers contracted, integrated services to help government missions succeed. As a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, Akima aims to create long-term value for its parent while achieving superior outcomes for customers, guided by Iñupiat values. Its differentiators include Alaska Native ownership, a broad multi-domain service footprint, and a focus on federal missions; its goal is to support customer missions and sustain value for NANA and the Iñupiat community.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Founded

1995

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What believers are saying

  • Acquired Pinnacle Solutions, enhancing defense training and sustainment capabilities.
  • Appointed Lauren Cates as VP for Emerging Markets Group to expand mission-critical tech.
  • Appointed Marcus Lopez as COO with 30 years experience to drive operational excellence.

What critics are saying

  • 8(a) subsidiaries graduate, losing sole-source edges to General Dynamics and CACI.
  • FY2026 NDAA shifts DoD cloud contracts to AWS and Azure, crushing Akima's IT revenue.
  • NANA shareholder lawsuits over fund mismanagement halt $500M+ pipelines via audits.

What makes Akima unique

  • Akima delivers agile solutions in facilities, IT, logistics, and construction as NANA subsidiary.
  • Ranked #31 on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.
  • Provides mission support to Sandia National Laboratories in high-security environments.

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Company News

PR Newswire
Feb 19th, 2026
Akima appoints Lauren Cates as VP of business development for Emerging Markets Group

Akima, a federal government solutions provider, has appointed Lauren Cates as vice president of business development for its Emerging Markets Group. Cates will lead growth strategy and expand the company's presence in delivering mission-critical technologies to government and military customers. Cates brings over 15 years of federal contracting experience. She previously led Indigo IT's growth team, securing major contracts in cybersecurity, cloud and enterprise IT services, and spent more than a decade with Bowhead Family of Companies managing billion-dollar pipelines. Akima, a subsidiary of Alaska Native Corporation NANA, employs over 11,000 people and delivers solutions across IT, logistics, aerospace and construction. The company ranked #31 on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

PR Newswire
Feb 12th, 2026
Akima appoints Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer to drive operational excellence

Akima, a federal government contractor, has appointed Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer. Lopez will report to president and CEO Bill Monet and oversee operational excellence and customer delivery. Lopez brings over 30 years of experience in government and commercial sectors. Most recently, he served as president and chief growth officer at Belcan, a Cognizant company, where he led the integration of a $20 billion enterprise. Previously, he headed ManTech's Advanced Research Technology Business Unit. A former US Navy officer and pilot, Lopez commanded an elite strike/fighter squadron. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, employing 11,000 people and delivering solutions in IT, aerospace, construction and other areas. The company ranked 31st on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

WashingtonExec
Apr 12th, 2023
Akima Buys Pinnacle Solutions | WashingtonExec

Akima has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Pinnacle Solutions, Inc., a provider of training and sustainment products and services to defense