Artillery Mechanic

Job Title: Artillery Mechanic About the Job: As an Artillery Mechanic with the Army National Guard, you will be responsible for supervising and performing maintenance on all self-propelled field artillery cannon weapon systems. This includes automotive, turret, fire control, and chemical protection subsystems. You will learn how to maintain these systems, troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions, and repair, test, and adjust damaged equipment. Key Responsibilities: • Maintain diesel power plants/packs, compression ignition engines, and engine fuel systems • Diagnose malfunctions, troubleshoot, and perform unit maintenance on carriage-mounted armament, associated fire control, and related systems • Operate, test, and maintain specific types of weapons systems Requirements: • 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 35 • Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards • Must meet citizenship requirements Benefits: • Paid training • A monthly paycheck • Montgomery GI Bill • Federal and State tuition assistance • Retirement benefits for part-time service • Low-cost life insurance • 401(k)-type savings plan • Student Loan Repayment Program • Health care benefits available • VA home loans • Bonuses, if applicable How to Apply: If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact your local Army National Guard recruiter for more information.

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