This MOS is a special NMOS for the Engineer Equipment Mechanic, MOS 1341. The assault breacher vehicle (ABV) is a full-tracked, engineer vehicle designed for in-stride breaching of minefields and complex obstacles. The joint assault bridge is a full tracked vehicle designed for assault bridging. These vehicles will operate as part of the combined arms task force and be assigned to and employed by Combat Engineers. The ABV/JAB will leverage the known capabilities and logistics train of the M1 Main Battle Tank chassis fitted with Non-Developmental Item (NDI) systems, including a Full-Width Mine Plow FWMP), two MK 155 Linear Demolition Charges (LDC), Lane Marking System (LMS), protective weapon system (ABV), combat dozer blade (ABV/JAB), and an assault bridge (JAB).
Prerequisites.
(1) Must be qualified in MOS 1341.
(2) Must possess a MM score of 95 or higher.
(3) Meet the physical requirements of TM 11275-15/4.
(4) Must have normal color vision.
(5) Non-MOS qualified Reserve Marines unable to attend the regular formal school training and complete the required on the job training are ineligible to attain this MOS.
Requirements.
(1) Complete the Basic Engineer Equipment Mechanic Course, Marine Corps Detachment, U.S. Army Engineer School, Ft. Leonard Wood, MO.
(2) Complete the ABV/JAB mechanic course at Ft. Knox, KY.
Duties.
For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to reference (n), Engineer and Utilities Training and Readiness Manual.
Related SOC Classification/SOC Code.
(1) Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines 49-3042.
(2) Maintenance Workers, Machinery 49-9043.
Related Military Skill.
Main Battle Tank Repairer/Technician, 2146.
