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Army Wheeled Vehicle Mechanics are depended upon to perform maintenance on an array of Army vehicles. The soldiers in this career field work on light-wheeled vehicles, heavy-wheeled vehicles, select armored vehicles, and any associated trailers or material handling equipment. Soldiers may work on Humvees, Mine-Resistance Ambush Protected vehicles, and all types of diesel engines. The vehicles that they service and maintain are used for combat support, troop transportation, and a variety of other uses. This position requires a high amount of physically intensive work. Soldiers will complete diagnostic procedures on the vehicle to diagnose the issue. They use diagnostic and testing equipment to assist in finding the issue as well as driving or operating the equipment. They will complete inspections and testing of the wheeled vehicle, material handling system, or subsystem/components. Once the issue is identified, the soldier will use a combination of equipment, power tools, and hand tools to perform the maintenance. Performing maintenance can include repairing, replacing, or adjusting vehicle parts and components. Mechanics will work on electrical systems, hydraulics, engines, transmissions, suspensions, brakes, air conditioning systems, and any other vehicle system that may need to be repaired at a critical time. In addition to the above vehicle components, soldiers work on common remotely operated weapon stations. Soldiers do not just fix the vehicles when they are broken. They also perform preventative maintenance and servicing. Performing preventative maintenance allows the soldiers to get ahead of an issue before it becomes a bigger problem. Soldiers will perform any routine servicing that the vehicle needs. This includes servicing automotive electrical systems. Mechanics can service wiring harnesses or starting and charging systems. When working on base, the servicing or maintenance of a vehicle can be similar to that of a civilian mechanic shop.
Skills You’ll Learn:
- Automotive environmental and safety regulations.
- Automotive/mobile equipment preventative maintenance.
- Blueprints/technical diagrams.
- Cargo handling.
- Driving/maneuvering skills.
- Hydraulics systems installation/repair.
- Industrial control systems.
- Industrial equipment maintenance and conditioning.
- Mechanical equipment/system installation/repair.
- Pneumatics equipment/system repair.
- Process analysis and improvement.
Certifications:
- 79 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available including ACE Certifications.
Job Types:
- Full-time, Part-time.
Pay:
- $40,000 – $75,000 per year
Benefits:
- High promotion potential.
- 401(k).
- 401(k) matching.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Paid time off (30 days per year)
- Paid training.
- Referral program.
- Tuition assistance.
- Disability insurance.
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday.
- No nights.
- Weekends.
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required).
License/Certification:
- US Citizen, US Naturalized, or US Permanent Residency Required.
Work Location:
- Multiple locations.
This Job is:
- Open to applicants under the legal age, provided it is legally allowed for the job and location.
- A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more.
- A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education.
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma.
About U.S. Army:
As a whole, we work to provide safety and security to the United States of America. We have careers in almost every sector; from Administration and Clerical, to Mechanical and Maintenance, to Intelligence and Information Technology, to Aviation and Engineering, to Law Enforcement and Medical. We value hard work, dedication, integrity, respect, and courage. Diversity is a large part of our organization which makes us proud. We take care of each other and the nation. Leadership is a cornerstone which is taught to all and improved daily. We are honored to explain the opportunities and benefits to any and all who wish it.
