Entry Level Mechanic

GoArmy; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Entry Level Mechanic where you'll play a vital role in maintaining the Army's vehicles and machines. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in professional growth through continued learning and training while being part of a diverse community that values camaraderie and support. As a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic, you will supervise and perform critical maintenance and repair operations, ensuring that the Army's fleet remains in top condition. With premium healthcare benefits, education assistance, and a commitment to your personal and professional development, this role is not just a job; it's a pathway to a rewarding career in service to your country.

Benefits

Premium Healthcare Benefits

Housing Allowance

Education Benefits

Mental Health Services

Comprehensive Dental Care

Vision Coverage

Fitness Resources

Maternity and Paternity Benefits

GI Bill Scholarship

VA Home Loan Assistance

Qualifications

• Entry-level position focusing on vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Requires mechanical skills and ability to work with electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform maintenance on wheeled and armored vehicles.
• Inspect, service, and repair automotive electrical systems.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Repair Operations

Electrical Systems

Mechanical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Automotive Equipment

Job description

Entry Level Mechanic

Addresses jobs in US Army Mechanics. Tasked with keeping the Army's vehicles and machines in proper running order. MOSs range from heating and cooling mechanics to vehicle mechanics who service aircraft, wheeled and tracked vehicles, heavy equipment, and watercraft.

Why the U.S. Army:

1. Professional Growth: Engage in continued learning, training, and career advancement opportunities.
2. Diverse Opportunities: From combat medic specialists to medical officers, choose a role that fits your passion and expertise.
3. Community: Join a tight-knit community prioritizing camaraderie, service, and mutual support.

Job Duties:

1. 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 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.

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.

Premium Healthcare Benefits:

1. TRICARE Health Plan: As a member of the U.S. Army, you and your family can be covered under the TRICARE Health Plan – a top-tier healthcare program that provides medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
2. No-Cost Healthcare: Active-duty members receive medical and dental care at no cost. Your family can also receive healthcare services at military or civilian facilities through TRICARE at little or no cost.
3. Comprehensive Dental Care: Receive annual dental check-ups, cleanings, and treatments.
4. Vision Coverage: Coverage includes routine eye examinations and potential discounts on eyewear or corrective surgery.
5. Health & Wellness Programs: Engage in preventive health programs, counseling services, fitness resources, and more to ensure you remain in the best of health.
6. Maternity and Paternity Benefits: Expectant mothers receive comprehensive prenatal, labor, and postnatal care. New parents are also entitled to maternity and paternity leave.
7. Mental Health Services: Prioritizing the mental well-being of our service members, the U.S. Army offers counseling, therapy, and other mental health resources.

Education Benefits:

1. In the Army, qualified students (Soldiers and their Spouses) can earn full tuition, including merit-based scholarships and grants to pursue higher education degrees while in service.
2. GI Bill Scholarship (4 years of full-time tuition, Books, and living expenses)
3. Tuition Assistance Grant = $4,500 Annually (Recharges Each Year)
4. Student Loan Repayment Program ($65,000 of your current/outstanding loan debt.)

VA Home Loan: Veterans Administration Home Loan Program helps Soldiers to become homeowners and, in many cases, first-time homeowners. This unique benefit enables Soldiers to purchase a home with competitive interest rates (often lower than the average national) without requiring a down payment or private mortgage insurance (PMI).

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.