91B Light-Wheel Vehicle Mechanic

About the role

As a Light-Wheel Vehicle Mechanic for the Army National Guard, you will ensure that wheeled vehicles, trailers, and material handling equipment are ready for operation. Your primary responsibilities 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.

Responsibilities

• Maintain wheeled vehicles and associated trailers and material handling equipment systems
• Service automotive electrical systems, including wiring harness and starting and charging systems
• Perform recovery operations

Requirements

• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or GED certificate
• Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)

Qualifications

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
• Interest in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical problems
• Interest in automotive engines and how they work

Skills

• Interest in automotive engines and how they work
• Interest in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical problems

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

Schedule

• Basic Training: 10 weeks
• Advanced Individual Training (AIT): 13 weeks

Pay

• Between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change