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  • Required Test Average Duration: 3.8
  • Desinnation Designation: 2147
  • Number Employed Number Employed: 331
  • Category Category: Ground Ordnance Maintenance
  • Age Average Age: 24
The LAV Repairer/Technician performs basic automotive duties including the inspection, maintenance, and repair of the LAV family of vehicles. The LAV Repairer/Technician performs basic shop administrative actions utilizing technical manuals and automated information systems. The LAV Repairer/Technician also operates the LAV recovery vehicle in support of combat and/or garrison operations. As a member of the recovery crew, the LAV 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. At the grade of Corporal and above, the LAV Technician trains, supervises, and performs various duties related to the inspection, maintenance, and repair of automotive and turret systems of the LAV family of vehicles. In addition, LAV 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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