Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)

Army Houston Recruiting Battalion; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the United States Army as a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B), where you will become integral to maintaining and repairing wheeled and armored vehicles. This entry-level position offers competitive pay, extensive training, and numerous benefits, including housing allowances, healthcare, and educational support.

Benefits

Medical Coverage: Comprehensive care through TRICARE.

Tuition Assistance for college courses.

Housing Allowance.

Access to dental and vision care.

Retirement Plan with Thrift Savings Plan.

Professional Development and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card.
• Age between 17 and 34 years old.
• Meet tattoo guidelines and have no major law violations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform maintenance, repair, and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles.
• Inspect, service, maintain, repair, and test wheeled vehicles and equipment systems.

Skills

Maintenance & Repairs

Electronic Troubleshooting

Electrical System

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and become a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B), 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.

No experience necessary. Position is entry level.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card;
• 17 to 34 Years Old;
• High School Diploma or GED;
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines;
• No Major Law Violations;
• No Medical Concerns.

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS:

• 124 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available;
• 10 weeks of Basic Training;
• 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training;
• 92 ASVAB Score: Mechanical Maintenance (MM).

OR

• 88 ASVAB Score: Mechanical Maintenance (MM);
• 85 ASVAB Score: General Technical (GT).

SKILLS YOU’LL LEARN:

• Maintenance & Repairs;
• Electronic Troubleshooting;
• Electrical System.

BENEFITS:

Financial Benefits:

• Salary and Bonuses: Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment bonuses and re-enlistment bonuses.
• Retirement Plan: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k), and a pension plan for those who serve 20 years or more.
• Special Pays: Extra pay for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment.

Healthcare:

• Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical care for soldiers and their families through TRICARE.
• Dental and Vision: Access to dental and vision care services.

Education:

• Tuition Assistance: Financial support for college courses while on active duty.
• GI Bill: Benefits for education and training programs, including the Post- 9/11 GI Bill.
• Student Loan Repayment: Assistance in repaying student loans.

Housing and Living:

• Housing Allowance: Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover the cost of housing.
• On-Base Housing: Access to housing on military installations.
• Commissary and Exchange: Discounts on groceries and goods at military stores.

Career and Training:

• Professional Development: Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement.
• Skill Training: Technical and tactical training in various fields.

Family Support:

• Family Programs: Support services for families, including counseling and childcare.
• Relocation Assistance: Help with moving costs and finding housing.

Retirement and Veterans Benefits:

• Pension: Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service.
• VA Benefits: Access to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, including healthcare and home loans.

Recreation and Leisure:

• Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR): Access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities.