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Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (91D)

Army Houston Recruiting Battalion, Houston, TX, United States


Overview
Enlist as a Soldier

into the

United States Army

and as a Tactical Power Generation Specialist (91D), you’ll supply the power needed to run virtually every aspect of Army activity; power that must be available whenever and wherever the Army needs it. You will supervise and perform maintenance and repairs on power-generation equipment, internal combustion engines, and associated equipment in mobile and stationary power plants. You’ll train to use high-tech test and diagnostic equipment, read complex wiring schematics and diagrams, and repair electrical components. This is not a civilian contractor position.

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

99 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available.

10 weeks of Basic Training.

10 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.

98 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM).

OR

88 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM).

85 ASVAB Score: General Technical (GT).

Skills You\'ll Learn

Maintenance & Repairs.

Circuits & Wiring.

Electrical Systems.

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.

Comm issary 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.

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