The M1 Abrams Tank is the backbone of the armored forces. With the ability to engage enemies anytime, anywhere, it takes a highly detailed and skilled individual to ensure these vehicles keep pushing forward.
As the M1 Abrams Tank System Maintainer in the Active Army Duty/Reserve, you will be responsible for supervising and performing maintenance on these tanks. Your duties will include: diagnosing and troubleshooting malfunctions; performing organizational maintenance and on-board direct support tasks on the suspension systems, steering systems, hydraulic systems, auxiliary power units, fire extinguisher/suppression systems, and gas particulate systems; and performing organizational maintenance on vehicular mounted armament, gun turret drive system, and fire control system.
Some of the Skills You’ll Learn
Electronic and mechanical principles and concepts
Use of electronic, electrical, and mechanical test equipment
Use of schematics, drawings, and wiring diagrams
Helpful Skills
Strong attention to detail
Interest in working with diesel and turbine engines
Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career as an electronics mechanic, an avionics technician, or a missile facilities repairer with civilian firms that design, build, and test weapons for the military.
Earn While You Learn
Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. You will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.
Job training for an M1 Abrams Tank Systems Maintainer requires 8 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills.
Benefits/Requirements
Benefits
Paid training
A guaranteed bi weekly paycheck
Montgomery GI Bill
Tuition assistance
Retirement benefits
Low-cost life insurance (up to $500,000 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
Requirements
Military enlistment in the Active Duty Army or Army Reserve
Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate
Must be between the ages of 17 and 33
Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
Must meet citizenship requirement
Requires military enlistment.
Give me a call/text 803-908-6584
Staff Sergeant Griffin