91A M1 ABRAMS Tank System Maintainer

About the role

The M1 Abrams Tank is the backbone of the armored forces. As the M1 Abrams Tank System Maintainer in the Army National Guard, you will supervise and perform maintenance on these vehicles, ensuring they remain operational anytime, anywhere.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions on M1 Abrams tanks
• Perform organizational maintenance and on-board direct support tasks on:
  • Suspension systems
  • Steering systems
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Auxiliary power units
  • Fire extinguisher/suppression systems
  • Gas particulate systems
• Perform organizational maintenance on:
  • Vehicular mounted armament
  • Gun turret drive system
  • Fire control system

Skills

• Electronic and mechanical principles and concepts
• Use of electronic, electrical, and mechanical test equipment
• Use of schematics, drawings, and wiring diagrams

Helpful attributes include strong attention to detail and an interest in working with diesel and turbine engines.

Training & advancement

Job training consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training (learning basic Soldiering skills) and 24 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, split between classroom and field instruction.