Abrams Combat Vehicle Mechanic (S1) - Retrofit
•Requisition Number:2805
•Position Type:Full-Time Regular
•Relocation Provided:No
•Department:Fort Hood Operations Domestic - L9592 (Direct)
•Location:Ft Hood - GDSSC
•Education Required:High School Diploma
•Experience Required:1 - 3 Years
Position Description:
Experienced maintenance mechanic, familiar with the modifications, deprocessing and maintenance tasks on the variations of the Abrams Tanks (M1A1 ED, M1A2 SEP V2) vehicles.
Provide input to program planning, schedules, and maintenance techniques for the Abrams Fleet Vehicles.
Identify technical problems and assist Field Service Representative in performing maintenance.
Perform other duties as assigned by Leadership responsible for maintenance.
Position Requirements:
Must have three (3) or more years of maintenance experience on tracked vehicles; preferably on the Abrams M1A2 SEP Tanks
Must be able to gain access to US Military facilities or bases; including a NACI clearance if required
Must be a U.S. person
Required to work at heights, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, able to climb, and work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.
Must have a valid State Driver's License and be able to obtain a tank driver's license
Must meet the anthropometric requirements (ASR) to entry into the driver's station or into an enclosed military vehicle
Must be willing to travel within the United States to perform maintenance tasks and deprocessing
Able to travel OCONUS and meet the deployment requirements
Must be able to successfully pass the Job Proficiency Certification for Abrams fleet vehicles
Be able to work autonomously with government personnel
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