Mechanic for our Wheel Vehicle Workshop

Do you have a general interest in technology and enjoy varied work? Then you might be the mechanic we are looking for in our Wheel Vehicle Workshop.

What can we offer you?

With us, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting tasks to help make Sweden and the world safer. We value mutual trust, and with us, you will have both personal responsibility and good opportunities for professional development. Our employees are important to us, and you will have the chance to maintain a good balance between work and private life. We also provide opportunities to train during work hours, generous working time agreements, parental salary, and up to seven weeks of vacation per year.

You will belong to the Markverkstad Stockholm, which is a unit within the Army Staff, AST, with about 70 employees.

We operate in Kungsängen, Berga, and Falun. Want to know more about what the Mark Workshop does? Check out this link: Mark Workshop (https://youtu.be/jDWtiZdUfSk)

Main Responsibilities

As a mechanic, you will primarily work with troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of various types of vehicles and their systems used within the Armed Forces, such as trucks, combat vehicles, tracked vehicles, construction machinery, trailers, and containers. The work involves both preventive and corrective maintenance as well as modifications based on established guidelines.

Qualifications

• At least a two- or three-year high school education in automotive technology, focusing on vehicles, or other education/competence acquired through work experience that the employer deems equivalent.
• Relevant previous experience as a mechanic.
• Driving license B.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is quality-conscious, works well independently as well as in a team. As a vehicle mechanic, you are structured, decisive, and make correct assessments and priorities. Furthermore, you are flexible and can easily shift your focus and adapt in a changing environment.

DESIRABLE

• Experience working with the Armed Forces' equipment and vehicles
• Knowledge of hydraulics
• Experience in workshop operations and material maintenance
• C or CE driving license
• Experience working with heavy vehicles
• Experience with vehicle diagnostic systems and vehicle electronics
• AC certification

For the authority's mission to be successful, it is required that all employees act according to the values that exist. The Armed Forces' values uphold the equal value of all people, justice, and equality and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se (http://www.forsvarsmakten.se)).

Other

Employment type: permanent position starting with a 6-month probationary period

Employment level: full-time, daytime – varying working hours may apply

Work location: Kungsängen

Start date: By agreement

The work requires travel and service, both domestically and internationally. The position is a civilian position.

Work with thermosetting plastics occurs at the workplace and requires health checks.

Information about the position

Detail Manager Kaj Hansson: 070-285 75 45

Union Representatives

Saco-S: Karin Gällmo

OFR-S: Tony Svensson

SEKO: Iréne Ström

AST OF: Birger Hedman

All can be contacted via phone 08-788 75 00

Application

Welcome with your application by 2026-02-26. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position.

Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Armed Forces' website.

Information about the Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

The Armed Forces is undergoing extensive development work to build a stronger defense against the background of a deteriorating security situation and a new defense political direction focusing on national defense. Leadership for a stronger defense aims to increase robustness, simplify command and obedience relationships, and through decentralization of mandates and responsibilities, increase the conditions for mission tactics.

In the Armed Forces, there is a strong value foundation based on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good conditions for internal career mobility, wellness, and a good balance between work and private life.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security clearance with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment also includes an obligation to be placed in wartime. This obligation varies depending on the type of position.

To the application for employment, a CV and a cover letter must be attached. If you proceed in the hiring process, always certified copies of grades and certificates must be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.