Mechanic

Enlistment is required for this position.

To become an enlisted Soldier in the U.S. Army, you must be:

• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien
• 17-34 years old
• In good physical condition
• In good moral standing
• A high school graduate or equivalent
  
  

The wheeled vehicle mechanic is primarily responsible for supervising and performing maintenance and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles and associated items, as well as heavy-wheeled vehicles and select armored vehicles.

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Job Duties

• Maintain wheeled vehicles, their associated trailers and material handling equipment systems
• Inspecting, servicing, maintaining, repairing, replacement, adjusting and testing of wheeled vehicles and material handling equipment systems, subsystems and components
• Service automotive electrical systems including wiring harness, and starting and charging systems
• Perform wheeled vehicle recovery operations
  
  

Training

Job training for a wheeled vehicle mechanic requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 12 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field.

Helpful Skills

• Interest in auto mechanics and the industrial arts
• Enjoy physical work
• Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical problems
• Interest in automotive engines and how they work
  
  

Compensation

• Housing provided at no cost
• 100% Medical and Dental Insurance
• Meals or grocery allowance provided
• 30 Days Paid Vacation with free travel
• Yearly pay raises and regular promotions
• Potential to earn up to $40,000 cash bonus depending on qualifications
• 15 Semester Hours of college paid for per year
• 100% paid college tuition
  
  

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)
  
  

License

• Driver's License (Preferred)
  
  

Work Authorization

• United States (Required)