Behind the levers of the fighting machine
Driver-mechanic
The driver controls the armored vehicle and is responsible for its technical condition. A specialty for those who confidently handle heavy equipment.
What the role involves
Duties and role
The driver controls a combat vehicle - an infantry fighting vehicle, an armored personnel carrier or a tank, depending on the unit. In addition to driving, he is responsible for maintenance: monitoring systems, troubleshooting, preparing the car for departure.
The work requires an understanding of the equipment and confident control in difficult conditions. Experience driving cargo or tracked vehicles from a civilian background is highly valued here.
Service specifics
What to know
Working on armored vehicles
Infantry fighting vehicles, armored personnel carriers, tracked and wheeled vehicles
Civilian experience a plus
Heavy equipment driving skills are directly applied
Maintenance
Monitoring machine condition and troubleshooting
Machine security
Working under armor as part of a crew
Important document
What is a unit referral
To get into this specialty - “Driver Mechanic” - in a specific unit, and not according to the general distribution from the military commissariat, you need a unit referral document.
Official invitation from a unit
A unit referral is a document from the commander of a specific military unit. He confirms that the unit is ready to accept a candidate for a certain position. In essence, this is a personal invitation to serve in the selected unit.
Choice of unit and position
With a unit referral you choose a specific unit, branch of service and position - rather than going by the general distribution. The document assigns a place to you for the duration of the medical examination and registration.
From request to referral
You give us the documents, we send the request to the unit. If the candidate is suitable, the commander issues a unit referral with a stamp and signature. military commissariat takes it into account and prepares a referral to this particular unit for the selected position.
We’ll help you choose a unit and position that suits your skills and apply for a unit referral - leave a request, and we’ll take over the process.
Who it suits
This role suits you if you
- Have experience driving trucks or tracked vehicles
- Do you understand the structure of machines
- Collected and responsible
- Without experience in armored vehicles, they will train
FAQ
About service in this specialty
Having categories and experience is an advantage, but training in operating a combat vehicle is carried out as part of the training. Tell us about your rights and experience, and we’ll find a position.
Yes, experience in driving heavy and tracked equipment is directly applicable and taken into account during selection.
His area of responsibility includes maintaining the machine and eliminating minor faults. Major repairs are carried out by repair units.
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