Transmission Field Service Representative (FSR) - Improve Service members' skill level and broaden skill range by building on occupational and technical skills acquired during their military service

SAPA Transmission is offering a DoD SkillBridge opportunity for transitioning service members to serve as a Transmission Field Service Representative (FSR) supporting U.S. Army tracked vehicle transmission systems. This hands-on role allows experienced Army mechanics to apply their technical expertise in a high-impact civilian position focused on maintaining operational capability and equipment performance. Participants will gain valuable industry experience while continuing to support Army readiness, with a clear pathway toward post-service employment.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Transmission Field Service Representative (FSR), you will serve as the on-site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for tracked vehicle transmission systems. Responsibilities include overseeing installation, maintenance, repair, and performance validation of transmission assemblies; diagnosing and troubleshooting complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues; and disassembling, inspecting, repairing, and rebuilding transmission components to ensure optimal functionality. You will ensure all work is performed in accordance with technical manuals, schematics, safety standards, and company quality requirements while maintaining detailed service documentation and managing field service inventory.This role requires strong mechanical experience, ideally from Army wheeled or tracked vehicle maintenance backgrounds, with expertise in powertrain, drivetrain, hydraulic, and electrical systems. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency with hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic equipment, along with the ability to interpret technical documentation and perform root-cause analysis. Professional communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to travel on short notice are essential. This SkillBridge opportunity provides hands-on industry experience and serves as a direct bridge to long-term civilian career opportunities with SAPA Transmission.

RESPONSIBILITIES✨

• Serve as the on-site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for tracked vehicle transmission systems.
• Oversee installation, maintenance, repair, and performance validation of transmission assemblies.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and rebuild transmission components to ensure optimal functionality.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with technical manuals, schematics, safety standards, and company quality requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS✨

• Strong mechanical experience, ideally from Army wheeled or tracked vehicle maintenance backgrounds.
• Expertise in powertrain, drivetrain, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Proficiency with hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and perform root-cause analysis.
• Professional communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to travel on short notice.

BENEFITS✨

• Gain valuable industry experience.
• Support Army readiness.
• Clear pathway toward post-service employment.

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