Combat Vehicle Mechanics

Overview

Responsibilities

• Travel to U.S. military bases and facilities to complete job assignments.
• Provide input to program planning, schedules, and maintenance techniques for the Abrams Fleet Vehicles
• Identify technical problems and assist Field Service Representative in performing maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Leadership responsible for maintenance.

Qualifications & Experience

• • Must have one (1) or more years of general mechanical maintenance experience, preferably on the Abrams Family of Tanks.
• • Must have basic knowledge of tools and test equipment required for military vehicle maintenance.
• • High school diploma or equivalent required.
• • Must be able to gain access to US Military facilities or bases; including a NACI clearance if required.
• • Must be a U.S. person.
• • Must be able to work effectively in a team-oriented structure in field and shop environment, both on and off military installations.
• • Required to work at heights, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, able to climb, and work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.
• • Must have a valid State Driver's License and be able to obtain a tank driver’s license
• • Must meet the anthropometric requirements (ASR) to entry into the driver’s station or into an enclosed military vehicle.
• • Must be able to travel as required to support GDLS Ft. Hood maintenance, fielding and retrofit activities for both State-side and International GDLS requirements
• • Must be able to successfully pass the Job Proficiency Certification for Abrams fleet vehicles.
• • Be able to work autonomously with government personnel.