Entry Level Mechanic

Overview Entry Level Mechanic. Addresses jobs in US Army Mechanics. Tasked with keeping the Army's vehicles and machines in proper running order. MOSs ranges from heating and cooling mechanics to vehicle mechanics who service aircraft, wheeled and tracked vehicles, heavy equipment and watercraft. Job Duties 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 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. Benefits GI Bill Scholarship (4 years of full-time tuition, Books, and living expenses) Tuition Assistance Grant = $4,500 Annually (Recharges Each Year) Student Loan Repayment Program ($65,000 of your current/outstanding loan debt) Additional Benefits and Entitlements Housing & Lodging : Soldiers in this position receive additional compensation for housing/lodging costs for themselves and immediate family members in addition to their salary. This entitlement is referred to as Basic Allowance for Housing. Rates for these entitlements can be found at the provided housing information. Premium Healthcare Benefits : TRICARE Health Plan: You and your family are covered under TRICARE, a healthcare program with medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. No-Cost Healthcare: Active-duty members receive medical and dental care at no cost; family members can access healthcare services at military or civilian facilities through TRICARE at little or no cost. Comprehensive Dental Care: Annual dental check-ups, cleanings, and treatments. Vision Coverage: Routine eye examinations and potential discounts on eyewear or corrective surgery. Health & Wellness Programs: Preventive health programs, counseling services, fitness resources, and more. Maternity and Paternity Benefits: Prenatal, labor, and postnatal care; parental leave. Long-term Care: Resources and programs that assist with long-term health needs or disabilities. Mental Health Services: Counseling and mental health resources for service members. Specialized Medical Training: May include specialized training to manage health situations relevant to your role. Education Benefits : Qualified Soldiers and their spouses can earn full tuition, merit-based scholarships, and grants while in service; additionally, Soldiers qualify for the GI Bill Scholarship, Tuition Assistance Grant, and Student Loan Repayment Program as listed above. VA Home Loan : The Veterans Administration Home Loan Program helps Soldiers become homeowners with competitive rates; often no down payment required and no private mortgage insurance in many cases. The program has specific eligibility criteria and lender requirements. Note: You must serve at least 90 consecutive days on Active Duty to qualify for VA Home Loan benefits. The Equal Opportunity Employer statement: The U.S. Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Additional Roles 25B - Information Technology Specialist, 25C - Radio Operator-Maintainer, 25E - Electromagnetic Spectrum Manager, 25F - Network Switching Systems Operator-Maintainer, 25L - Cable Systems Installer-Maintainer, 25M - Multimedia Illustrator, 25N - Nodal Network Systems Operator-Maintainer, 25P - Microwave Systems Operator-Maintainer, 25Q - Multichannel Transmission Systems Operator-Maintainer, 25R - Visual Information Equipment Operator-Maintainer, 25S - Satellite Communication Systems Operator-Maintainer, 25T - Satellite/Microwave Systems Chief, 25U - Signal Support Systems Specialist, 25V - Combat Documentation/Production Specialist, 25W - Telecommunications Operations Chief, 25X - Chief Signal Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO), 25Z - Visual Information Operations Chief. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Army