Tank Driver-Mechanic

Overview

The 17th Separate Heavy Mechanized Kryvyi Rih Brigade is a formation within the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. From 2014 to the present, it has taken an active part in the war against the occupiers. The brigade has fought for Sloviansk, Ilovaisk, and Debaltseve, and defended Mariupol. With the start of the full-scale invasion, the unit carried out missions in eastern and southern Ukraine.

Responsibilities:

• carrying out combat missions as part of the unit
• operating the tank on the battlefield and in the active combat zone
• performing maintenance and repair of tanks
• ensuring crew safety
• compliance with the requirements of the regulations and discipline
• timely maintenance of personal weapons

Requirements:

• readiness to work in the zone of active combat operations
• fitness for military service by state of health and moral-psychological qualities
• secondary, vocational secondary, or higher education
• a high level of motivation and stress resistance
• responsibility, attentiveness, and ability to make quick decisions
• ability to work as part of a team

Conditions:

• mobilization until the end of martial law or contract service
• monetary allowance from 21,000 to 121,000 hryvnias depending on tasks and orders performed
• social guarantees, provision of gear and necessary equipment
• guaranteed annual main leave (2 parts of 15 days each) and the possibility of additional leave for family circumstances
• support in a friendly team of motivated, active, proactive soldiers and reasonable commanders
• processing of Combat Veteran status and other benefits