Army Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic

The wheeled vehicle mechanic is primarily responsible for supervising and performing maintenance and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles and associated items, as well as heavy-wheeled vehicles and select armored vehicles.

Job Duties:

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

Inspecting, servicing, maintaining, repairing, replacement, adjusting and testing of wheeled vehicles and material handling equipment systems, subsystems and components.

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

Perform wheeled vehicle recovery operations.

Requirements:

Those who want to serve must first take the ASVAB, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training:

Job training for a wheeled vehicle mechanic requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 13 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field.

Eligibility:

Must have an interest in joining the Army.

17 to 34 years old.

Must be able to meet height/weight requirements *See calculator below. (

No tattoos on hands, face, or above the neck (ring tattoos are acceptable).

No history of a felony level offense or DUI.

No major medical procedures that would prohibit you from service (please feel free to ask specific questions).

Thank you!

About U.S. Army:

Bridgeport Army Recruiting Company operates out of our headquarters in Bridgeport, WV with recruiting stations in Morgantown, WV; Clarksburg, WV; Wheeling, WV; Martinsburg, WV. We have over 150 career opportunities within the US Army and Army Reserves, with most offering both part-time and full-time positions! With a competitive salary and benefits, the US Army can help you get real-world experience in the field YOU CHOOSE, all while helping with the financial burden of college. Gain a competitive edge over your peers with a career in the US Army or US Army Reserves!

Full-Time