Abrams Tank Systems Maintainer - Paid Training & Benefits

DC Army National Guard; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 9,100 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Montgomery GI Bill

Tuition assistance (federal/state)

Retirement benefits for part-time

Low-cost life insurance

401(k)-type savings plan

Student Loan Repayment Program

Health care benefits available

VA home loans

Bonuses, if applicable

Job summary

DC Army National Guard seeks a skilled M1 Abrams Tank System Maintainer to supervise and perform maintenance on combat vehicles. You will diagnose malfunctions and service subsystems including suspension, steering, hydraulics, and fire control.

Training includes Basic and Advanced Individual Training, with the potential for a civilian path in electronics or avionics after service. Paid drill weekends and enlistment benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
• Must be at least a junior in high school or have a high school diploma or GED
• Must be between 17 and 35 years old
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com)

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform maintenance on M1 Abrams Tank systems
• Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions
• Perform organizational maintenance on suspension, steering, hydraulic, auxiliary power units, fire suppression, and gas particulate systems
• Perform organizational maintenance on armament, turret drive, and fire control systems

Skills

Electronic principles

Test equipment

Schematics & wiring diagrams

Attention to detail

Diesel and turbine engines

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Electrical test equipment

Job description

DC Army National Guard seeks a skilled M1 Abrams Tank System Maintainer to supervise and perform maintenance on combat vehicles. You will diagnose malfunctions and service subsystems including suspension, steering, hydraulics, and fire control.

Training includes Basic and Advanced Individual Training, with the potential for a civilian path in electronics or avionics after service. Paid drill weekends and enlistment benefits apply.