Diesel Mechanic - Military Vehicles

Diesel Mechanics
Job #: 26-00001
Location:  Base Location: Anniston, Alabama
Pay: $29.93/hour + Per Diem for Qualified Travelers
Schedule: 40+ hours/week, Monday–Friday
Contract: Long-term – current contract runs through 2030
Nationwide Candidates Encouraged
About the Role
CPI is seeking experienced diesel, heavy equipment, and military vehicle mechanics for a long-term opportunity supporting advanced military tracked vehicles in Anniston, Alabama.
Candidates do not need to live in Alabama. Qualified travelers may be eligible for a comprehensive package that includes per diem, initial lodging assistance, paid travel time, and mileage reimbursement.
Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic experience is required.
Compensation & Traveler Package
Base Pay: $29.93/hour
Need Housing?
CPI will arrange and pay for an extended-stay hotel for your first 30 days. During this period, qualified travelers receive the Meals & Incidental Expenses portion of per diem:

• $44.25/day
• $309.75/week
• $619.50 biweekly – tax free

After 30 days, you may transition to the full per diem package once you secure your own lodging.
Providing Your Own Lodging?
Qualified travelers who provide their own lodging may receive:

• $117.75/day
• $824.25/week
• $1,648.50 biweekly – tax free

Qualifying lodging may include an apartment, camper/RV, family housing, or another lodging arrangement.
Additional Perks:

• Paid travel time at your regular hourly rate for travel from your home of record to Anniston
• $0.60/mile reimbursement for authorized travel
• 11 paid holidays
• Additional 80-hour/two-week paycheck annually on your anniversary date
• Long-term contract currently running through 2030

Per diem and traveler benefits are available to qualified travelers and subject to eligibility requirements.
What You'll Do

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain advanced military tracked vehicles
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, including circuits, wiring, power, and ground issues
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering drawings
• Use multimeters/DVOMs, TMDE, diagnostic software, and other test equipment
• Troubleshoot diesel, powertrain, hydraulic, HVAC, automotive, and related vehicle systems
• Perform repairs, upgrades, modifications, inspections, and quality checks
• Follow technical work instructions and Modification Work Orders (MWOs)
• Document findings and communicate technical issues

Required Qualifications

• Professional diesel, heavy equipment, military vehicle, or comparable mechanical experience
• Strong hands-on electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic experience
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Experience using multimeters/DVOMs and diagnostic equipment
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Ability to read technical manuals, drawings, and work instructions
• High School Diploma or GED
• U.S. citizenship required
• Current Secret clearance or ability to obtain one; clearance is not required to start
• Real ID driver's license, passport, or birth certificate required for work-site access

Military or tracked-vehicle experience is highly valued but not required. Experienced civilian mechanics with strong heavy-equipment and electrical diagnostic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Why Join CPI?
This opportunity offers experienced mechanics the chance to bring their skills to a long-term military vehicle program while receiving competitive compensation and extensive support for qualified travelers.
Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI), founded by an Air Force veteran, is an award-winning talent solutions company connecting skilled professionals with leading employers in the defense, aerospace, and mobility industries.