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  • Required Test Average Duration: 4.0
  • Desinnation Designation: 2141
  • Number Employed Number Employed: 400
  • Category Category: Ground Ordnance Maintenance
  • Age Average Age: 24
The AAV/ACV Repairer/Technician performs basic automotive duties including the inspection, maintenance, and repair of the AAV/ACV family of vehicles. The AAV/ACV Repairer/Technician performs basic shop administrative actions utilizing technical manuals and automated information systems. The AAV/ACV Repairer/Technician also operates the AAV/ACV recovery vehicle in support of combat and/or garrison operations. As a member of the recovery crew, the AAV/ACV Repairer/Technician will perform operator and field-level maintenance and maintain/manage associated tools and equipment, of which licensed to operate. Accordingly, they will employ land navigation techniques and must be knowledgeable with the operation of radios and weapon systems when mounted on the vehicle during tactical operations. The Gunnery Sergeant to Corporal level supervises, and performs various duties incident to the inspection, maintenance, and repair of the automotive and turret systems of the AAV. In addition, AAV Repairer/Technicians prepare, maintain and supervise shop maintenance and management programs, and coordinate maintenance and recovery operations according to grade and position.
Category Requirements
Age17-28
Citizenship RequiredCitizen or Green Card
Minimum Duration4 years
High School DiplomaPreferred
GED AcceptedYes (limited)
Minimum ASVAB (AFQT)~31
Waivers AvailableModerate
Drug History WaiversPossible
Tattoo PolicyStrict
Face/Neck TattoosNo
Hand TattoosLimited
Height Requirement~58–78 in
Weight StandardsYes
Medical Exam (MEPS)Required
Vision StandardsModerate
Security Clearance JobsSome
Physical Fitness TestPFT/CFT
Basic Training Length~13 weeks
Basic Training DifficultyVery High
Deployment FrequencyHigh
Combat Job AvailabilityHigh
Technical JobsMedium
Overseas BasesMany
Signing BonusesModerate
Women in Combat RolesYes
Job Selection ProcessOften assigned
Promotion SpeedFast
Branch CultureWarrior Culture
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