Diesel Vehicle Mechanic - ARMY

Overview

As a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic, you’ll supervise and perform maintenance, repair, and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles and select armored vehicles that serve the Army in a variety of mission-critical roles. You’ll inspect, service, maintain, repair, replace, adjust, and test wheeled vehicles, material handling equipment systems, subsystems and components, and automotive electrical systems, including wiring harnesses and starting and charging systems.

• Maintain wheeled vehicles, their associated trailers and material handling equipment systems.
• Inspect, service, maintain, repair, replace, adjust, and test wheeled vehicles and material handling equipment systems, subsystems, and components.
• Service automotive electrical systems, including wiring harness, starting, and charging systems.
• Perform wheeled vehicle recovery operations.

• Be between the ages of 17– 40.
• Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Possess a High School Diploma or GED.
• Submit to background and medical screening
• Receive a passing score on the ASVAB

Job training for a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Gregg-Adams, VA with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

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

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with service stations, auto dealers, farm equipment companies and state highway agencies. You ll be able to pursue a career as a garage mechanic, carburetor mechanic, transmission mechanic, radiator mechanic, construction equipment mechanic or endless track vehicle mechanic.

• TRICARE Health Plan
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  As a member of the U.S. Army, you and your family can be covered under the TRICARE Health Plan – a top-tier healthcare program that provides medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• No-Cost Healthcare
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  Active-duty members receive medical and dental care at no cost. Your family can also receive healthcare services at military or civilian facilities through TRICARE at little or no cost.
• Comprehensive Dental Care
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  Receive annual dental check-ups, cleanings, and necessary treatments.
• Vision Coverage
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  Coverage includes routine eye examinations and potential discounts on eyewear or corrective surgery.
• Health & Wellness Programs
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  Engage in preventive health programs, counseling services, fitness resources, and more to ensure you remain in the best of health.
• Maternity and Paternity Benefits
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  Expectant mothers receive comprehensive prenatal, labor, and postnatal care. New parents are also entitled to maternity and paternity leave.
• Long-term Care
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  Access to resources and programs that assist with long-term health needs or disabilities.
• Mental Health Services
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  Prioritizing the mental well-being of our service members, the U.S. Army offers counseling, therapy, and other mental health resources.
• Specialized Medical Training
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  Depending on your role, you may receive specialized medical training, ensuring that you re equipped with the skills to treat and manage a variety of health situations.

• Professional Growth
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  Engage in continued learning, training, and career advancement opportunities.
• Diverse Opportunities
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  From combat medic specialists to medical officers, choose a role that fits your passion and expertise.
• Community
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  Join a tight-knit community that prioritizes camaraderie, service, and mutual support.