As members of an M1A1 tank crew or unit, M1A1 tank crewman perform various duties incident to the operation and maintenance of the tank, to include tactical employment, firing and maneuvering. Typical duties include preparing tanks, personnel, and equipment for movement and combat; preparation of ammunition for firing; locating targets; loading, aiming and firing of organic tank weapons using the tank fire control system; driving the tank; and performance of operator-level preventive and corrective maintenance.
Prerequisites.
(1) Must possess a GT score of 90 or higher.
(2) Must have vision correctable to 20/20.
(3) Must have normal color vision.
Requirements.
Complete the M1A1 Armor Crewman Course, Ft. Knox, KY. (Note: Non-MOS qualified prior service reservist may be certified as 1812s after completion of a two-phased training syllabus combined into a twenty-one day attendance at the Marine Corps M1A1 Reserve Tank Commander/Gunner Course (MCRTCGC), Ft. Knox, KY. Upon completion of the MCRTCGC, the battalion inspector-instructor may certify the Marine based upon satisfactory demonstration of the core skills as set forth in the Individual Training Standards while occupying a billet requiring the AMOS).
Duties.
For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to reference (o), Tank Training and Readiness Manual.
Related SOC Classification/SOC Code.
Armored Assault Vehicle Crew Members 55-3013.
Related Military Skill.
None.
