Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Saalex

Ridgecrest, California, United States permanent

Posted: January 15, 2026

Job Description

Saalex is seeking an Motor Vehicle Mechanic in Ridgecrest, CA. Saalex Solutions, a division of Saalex Corp., an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services.

Sign-on Bonus Available: New employees hired into this role are eligible for a $5,000 sign‑on bonus

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $28.51+ hourly

Work Location: Onsite.

Essential Functions:

• Performs troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on fleet and target vehicles as assigned.

• Completes repair orders and associated vehicular documents either manually, or electronically.

• Repairs are done on light and heavy-duty trucks, heavy equipment, various military vehicles, and others assigned to the task order, and consist of vehicular mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

• Other duties to include but not limited to:
• Equipment operation, target construction, and other task order related assignments as needed.
• Work is accomplished in open bay, outdoor duties also required.
• Temperatures vary throughout the year.
• Overtime may be required.

Requirements:
Required:

• At least three years’ experience as a diesel mechanic.
• Experience with heavy equipment, Backhoe, Dozer, Grader, Front End Loader, Rollers.
• Practical knowledge of proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
• Drivers License required, CA Drivers License preferred.
• Journeyman level vehicular repair experience.
• Minimum 2 years and training from authorized trade school or military training school.

Desired:

• Military equipment experience would be a plus.

Education:

HS Diploma or GED required.

Security Clearance:

Must be eligible to obtain a secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Benefits:
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan

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