About this role
Do you have a general interest in technology and enjoy working in a varied environment? Then you might be the mechanic we are looking for at our workshop for Wheel Vehicles.
What can we offer you?
With us, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting tasks that contribute to making Sweden and the world safer. We value mutual trust, and 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 work-life balance. We also offer the opportunity to train during work hours, generous working time agreements, parental pay, and up to seven weeks of vacation per year.
You will be part of the Mark Workshop Stockholm, which is a unit within the Swedish Armed Forces Technical Schools (FMTS), with approximately 70 employees. From January 1, 2026, the Mark Workshop Unit (MvE) will become part of the Army Staff.
We operate in Kungsängen, Berga, and Falun. Want to know more about what the Mark Workshop does? Check out this link: https://youtu.be/jDWtiZdUfSk
Main Responsibilities
As a mechanic, you will primarily work with troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining 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 vocational education in vehicle technology, specializing in vehicles, or other education/competence acquired through professional experience that the employer deems equivalent.
- Relevant previous experience working as a mechanic on heavy vehicles.
- A valid B driver's license.
Personal Attributes
We are looking for someone who is quality-conscious and works well both independently and in a team. As a vehicle mechanic, you are structured, decisive, and make accurate assessments and priorities. Furthermore, you are flexible and can easily shift your focus and adapt in a changing environment.
MERITORIOUS
- Experience working with the Armed Forces' equipment and vehicles.
- Knowledge of hydraulics.
- Experience in workshop operations and material maintenance.
- C or CE driver's 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 expected that all employees act according to the values that exist. The Armed Forces' values uphold the equal worth of all individuals, fairness, and equality, and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se).
Other Information
Employment Type: Permanent position starting with a six-month probationary period.
Employment Rate: Full-time, daytime – varying working hours may apply.
Work Location: Kungsängen.
Start Date: As agreed.
The job requires travel and service, both domestically and internationally. The position is a civilian role.
Work with thermosetting plastics occurs at the workplace and requires health examinations.
Inquiries about the position
Detail Manager Kaj Hansson: 070-285 75 45
Union Representatives
SACO: Håkan Eliasson
OFR-S: Tony Svensson
SEKO: Iréne Ström
OFR-O: Anders Norén
All can be contacted via phone 08-788 75 00.
Application
We welcome your application by January 11, 2026, at the latest. 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 Swedish Armed Forces' website.
Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Swedish Armed Forces' website.
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The Swedish Armed Forces Technical School (FMTS), headquartered in Halmstad, is a logistics unit where technology is at the center. The unit's operations are based on four pillars – development, education, workshop, and war unit production. For the Armed Forces' units to operate effectively, they need functioning equipment, and FMTS plays a crucial role in this.
FMTS has a functional responsibility for the technical service within the Armed Forces, which includes following technological developments to anticipate future needs and also proposing changes and improvements.
There are exciting development opportunities for those who are technically interested, both at a basic and highly advanced level. FMTS trains officers, specialist officers, and civilian employees in technical service across all branches of defense. In addition, soldiers are trained in logistics.
FMTS operates throughout Sweden, from Revingehed in the south to Boden in the north. Every day and every hour, our employees make contributions that affect the lives of others, both significantly and in small ways, both at home and around the world.
The Armed Forces have a strong value base built on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good opportunities for internal career mobility, wellness programs, and a