Marine Corps MOS · Logistics
2141 Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV)/Assault Combat Vehicle (ACV) Repairer/Technician
Overview
An AAV/ACV Repairer/Technician performs basic automotive duties by inspecting, maintaining, and repairing the AAV/ACV family of vehicles. The technician completes basic shop administrative actions with technical manuals and automated information systems, operates the AAV/ACV recovery vehicle, and performs operator and field level maintenance as part of a recovery crew.
Core Skills
- vehicle electronics and diagnostics
- mechanical and hydraulic systems repair
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- technical manual interpretation
- use of diagnostic tools and test equipment
- maintenance documentation and records
- shop administration and workflow
- parts identification and requisition
- safety and risk management
- teamwork and crew coordination
Civilian Software & Tools
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
- Computerized maintenance management system software CMMS
- Cummins INSITE
Civilian Career Paths
- Fleet Management
- Supply Chain Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Medium/Heavy Truck: Diesel Engines (T2) · Funded
- Medium/Heavy Truck: Drive Train (T3) · Funded
- Medium/Heavy Truck: Gasoline Engines (T1) · Funded
- Medium/Heavy Truck: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems (T7) · Funded
- Medium/Heavy Truck: Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) (T8) · Funded
Career Growth
- Medium/Heavy Truck: Suspension and Steering (T5) · Funded
- Military Tactical Wheeled Vehicle (TWV): Preventive Maintenance Checks & Services (PMCS) (MIL8) · Funded
- ASE Truck Equipment: Auxiliary Power Systems Installation and Repair (E3) · Funded
- ASE Truck Equipment: Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation and Repair (E2) · Funded
- ASE Truck Equipment: Installation and Repair (E1) · Funded
What the Work Involves
- Use handtools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, or precision instruments, as well as power tools, such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, or jacks and hoists.
- Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
- Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
- Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
- Attach test instruments to equipment, and read dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
Related Occupations
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
- Rail Car Repairers
- Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
- Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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