Abrams Tank System Maintainer – Electronics & Hydraulics

DC Army National Guard; Eleanor (WV); On-site; USD 9,100 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

GI Bill

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Low-cost life insurance

401(k)-type plan

Student Loan Repayment Program

Health care benefits

Job summary

The DC Army National Guard seeks a skilled M1 Abrams Tank Systems Maintainer to supervise and perform complex maintenance on armored vehicles. You will diagnose malfunctions and carry out organized maintenance on suspension, steering, hydraulics, APU, and fire suppression systems, as well as armament and fire control subsystems.

Training includes 10 weeks of Basic Training and 24 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of electronic and mechanical principles.
• Ability to use electronic, electrical, and mechanical test equipment.
• Ability to read schematics, drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform maintenance on M1 Abrams Tank systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Perform maintenance on suspension, steering, hydraulic, APU, fire suppression, and gas particulate systems.
• Maintain armament, gun turret drive, and fire control systems.

Skills

Electronic principles

Mechanical principles

Test equipment

Schematics and diagrams

Attention to detail

Interest in diesel/turbine engines

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Job description

The DC Army National Guard seeks a skilled M1 Abrams Tank Systems Maintainer to supervise and perform complex maintenance on armored vehicles. You will diagnose malfunctions and carry out organized maintenance on suspension, steering, hydraulics, APU, and fire suppression systems, as well as armament and fire control subsystems.

Training includes 10 weeks of Basic Training and 24 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.