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91B Light-Wheel Vehicle Mechanic

DC Army National Guard, El Paso, TX, United States


Job Description
As a Light‑Wheel Vehicle Mechanic for the Army National Guard you’ll ensure that anything that moves on wheels is ready for the road. In this role you will primarily be responsible for supervising and performing maintenance and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles in the field and in the shop.

Responsibilities
Your duties include inspecting, servicing, maintaining, repairing, testing, adjusting, and replacing systems and components; performing recovery operations; and servicing electrical systems, including wiring harnesses and charging systems.

Maintain wheeled vehicles, associated trailers and material handling equipment systems.

Service automotive electrical systems, including wiring harnesses, starting and charging systems.

Desired Skills

Interest in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical problems.

Interest in automotive engines and how they work.

Training and Career Development
Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to pursue a civilian career with service stations, auto dealers, farm equipment companies, and state highway agencies. You’ll be able to work on carburetors, transmissions, radiators, construction equipment, or endless track vehicles. Job training requires 10 weeks of Basic Training and 13 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, with classroom and field components.

Benefits

Paid training

A monthly paycheck

Montgomery GI Bill

Federal and State tuition assistance

Retirement benefits for part‑time service

Low‑cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)

401(k)-type savings plan

Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)

Health care benefits available

VA home loans

Bonuses, if applicable

Pay per drill weekend (subject to change)

Requirements

Military enlistment in the Army National Guard.

Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate.

Must be between ages 17 and 35.

Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.

Must meet citizenship requirements.

Additional Information
Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.

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