Heavy Equipment Mechanic
About this role
Overview
General Dynamics Electric Boat, the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Prescription Coverage
- Health and Wellness Programs
- 401K
- Commuter/Van Services
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift
- Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities
The ideal candidate will have experience performing repairs and PM’s to a variety of heavy mobile equipment and vehicles to include mobile cranes, forklifts, and manlifts. Experience with special purpose vehicles (transporters and similar equipment) utilizing gasoline or diesel power and have mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems/controls not commonly found on transporters or ordinary transport trucks is preferred.
- Repair, replace, diagnose failed pistons, valves, bearings, cylinders, etc.
- Determine the cause of malfunctions and make necessary repairs to a variety of mobile equipment
- Repair and troubleshoot electromechanical controls on various mobile equipment
- Perform all work in a safe manner as outlined by OSHA and company safety manual
- Perform maintenance checks and inspections of fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, tires, clutches, etc.
- Test, troubleshoot, and adjust hydraulic valves, pumps and motors
- Inspect, repair, and replace diesel engines, main bearing assemblies, steering assemblies, air and hydraulic brakes, etc.
This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience
- Minimum of 1 year relevant mechanic experience
- Diesel engine repair and maintenance experience
- Knowledge to perform maintenance on various pumps, motors, internal gearing, hydraulic systems, and mechanical joints associated with mobile equipment
- Avaialble to work all shifts
Preferred:
- Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
- Minimum of 3 years relevant mechanic experience
- Shipyard experience
- Military experience
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of electronics to identify and replace failed components
- Ability to read and interpret service manuals, wiring diagrams, and other technical publications
- Ability to trouble shoot and diagnose electrical and electronic control systems associated with mobile equipment.
- Basic computer skills
Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingEnvironmental Attributes
Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, WetFrequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Heavy Equipment Mechanic position at gdeb located?
This Heavy Equipment Mechanic role at gdeb is based in North Kingstown, RI, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Heavy Equipment Mechanic role at gdeb full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic role at gdeb.
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When was the Heavy Equipment Mechanic job at gdeb posted?
This Heavy Equipment Mechanic position at gdeb was posted on Sep 15, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
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