Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic - Army Job, Full Benefits & Housing (21718)

ABOUT THIS JOBTHIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVEAs 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. Skills you'll learn align with Maintenance & Repairs, Electronic Troubleshooting, Electrical Systems. In addition, there are 124 nationally recognized certifications available to earn!ALREADY HAVE THE SKILLS FOR THIS JOB?Join the Army at a higher rank, earn more pay, and obtain leadership positions quicker. If you have prior experience, the Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program (ACASP) can reduce the length of your initial training and streamline your assignment process, so you can start your Army career sooner. Work with a recruiter to get started.Job DutiesTasked with keeping the Army's vehicles and machines in proper running orderInspect, service, maintain, repair, replace, adjust and test wheeled vehicles, material handling equipment systems, subsystems and components, and automotive electrical systemsREQUIREMENTS10 weeks of Basic Training14 weeks of Advanced Individual TrainingU.S. Citizen17 to 42 Years OldHigh School Diploma or GEDMeet Tattoo GuidelinesNo Major Law ViolationsNo Medical ConcernsBENEFITSThe Army offers a complete package of benefits that not only supports you and your family but also helps you advance in your career. Whether you serve part-time or full-time as an enlisted Soldier or Army Officer, you'll earn competitive pay with opportunities for bonuses, as well as receive health care at little to no cost. You could also receive money for education, student loan repayment assistance, training and certifications, housing, living expenses, and more.Paid Training and credentialing to strengthen your skillsetsMonthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldier30 days paid annual vacation401(K) type savings planFull-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family memberPaid tuition opportunities to continue your educationSigning bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties