Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (91D)

U.S. Army•Houston, TX

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and as a Tactical Power Generation Specialist (91D), you’ll supply the power needed to run virtually every aspect of Army activity; power that must be available whenever and wherever the Army needs it. You will supervise and perform maintenance and repairs on power-generation equipment, internal combustion engines, and associated equipment in mobile and stationary power plants. You’ll train to use high-tech test and diagnostic equipment, read complex wiring schematics and diagrams, and repair electrical components. This is not a civilian contractor position. No experience necessary. Position is entry level.

Requirements

A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card.
17 to 34 Years Old.
High School Diploma or GED.
Meet Tattoo Guidelines.
No Major Law Violations.
No Medical Concerns.
99 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM). OR 88 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM).
85 ASVAB Score: General Technical (GT).

Responsibilities

Supervise and perform maintenance and repairs on power-generation equipment, internal combustion engines, and associated equipment in mobile and stationary power plants.
Use high-tech test and diagnostic equipment.
Read complex wiring schematics and diagrams.
Repair electrical components.

Benefits

Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment bonuses and re-enlistment bonuses.
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k), and a pension plan for those who serve 20 years or more.
Extra pay for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment.
Comprehensive medical care for soldiers and their families through TRICARE.
Access to dental and vision care services.
Financial support for college courses while on active duty.
Benefits for education and training programs, including the Post- 9/11 GI Bill.
Assistance in repaying student loans.
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover the cost of housing.
Access to housing on military installations.
Discounts on groceries and goods at military stores.
Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement.
Technical and tactical training in various fields.
Support services for families, including counseling and childcare.
Help with moving costs and finding housing.
Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service.
Access to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, including healthcare and home loans.
Access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities.