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US Department of the Army

$37.51/hr

Ability to do the work of a(n) Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer ~ without more than normal ... Work inside and outside where you will be exposed to drafts, dirt, grease and vehicle fumes. You ...

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

$37.51/hr

Ability to do the work of a(n) Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer ~ without more than normal ... Work inside and outside where you will be exposed to drafts, dirt, grease and vehicle fumes. You ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for mobile draftsman in the United States is $26.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Required CredentialsDrafting certifications, CAD skillsDrafting certifications, CAD skills
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Industry UsageConstruction, infrastructure projectsConstruction, civil engineering
Common Search IntentMobile drafting roles, field drafting

Mobile Draftsmen focus on creating technical drawings on-site using portable equipment, often working directly at project locations. Civil Draftsmen typically work in offices or design studios, preparing detailed civil engineering plans. While both roles require CAD skills and drafting certifications, Mobile Draftsmen are more field-oriented, whereas Civil Draftsmen are office-based. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and work preferences.

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Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer

Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Mobile, AL • On-site

$31.02/hr

Other

Posted 9 days ago

U.S. Department Of Defense rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 518 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 46 rated military and defense

Job description

About the Position: This is a Military Technician position with the 81st Readiness Division, Area Maintenance Support Activity 52 located in Mobile, Alabama.
This position requires an active membership as a Soldier in the Army Reserve before a start date can be set. To learn more about minimum qualifications to join the Army Reserve, visit http://www.goarmy.com/reserve/jobs.htmlQualifications:Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.
  • 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
  • Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
  • Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)
  • Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
  • Executive Order (E.O.) 12721
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
  • Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
  • Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)
  • Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer
  • Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement Eligible
  • People with Disabilities, Schedule A
  • Postal Service/Peace Corps and Other Unique Authorities
  • Reinstatement
  • Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998
  • Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA)

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.
Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer without more than normal supervision. To meet the screen out element, applicants should document experience or show the ability to do the following:
  1. Troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing heavy mobile equipment to include performance of preventative maintenance checks and services;
  2. Repairing, replacing, installing, or making adjustments to mobile equipment components and parts; and
  3. Conducting various operational tests to perform final inspection.
Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
  • Ability To Do The Work Of The position Without More Than Normal Supervision
  • Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)
  • Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
  • Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
  • Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
  • Trouble Shooting
  • Use of Measuring Instruments
  • Physical Effort: Work requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, stretching, climbing, and crouching. Works on top of, under, or in tight compartments of equipment in cramped and awkward positions. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds and often exerts similar effort in pushing, pulling, and positioning part assemblies and equipment. Occasionally lifts heavier items with the assistance of other workers or with lifting devices such as jacks, hoists, and cranes. Work is sometimes performed from ladders or work platforms at varying heights.
  • Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and occasionally outside. The incumbent must frequently stand on hard surfaces for long periods of time. The incumbent is exposed to drafts, dirt, grease, oils, and vehicle exhaust fumes. Incumbent is exposed to some inclement weather such as wind and rain. Subject to burns, cuts, scrapes, bruises, and strains.
Education:Employment Type: OTHER

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