Military Occupational Classification and Structure - U.S. Army

Services Army watercraft, amphibians and auxiliary equipment on
marine vessels. Duties for MOS 88L at each level of skill are:
(1) MOSC 88L1O. Stands engine room and throttle watch while
the vessel is underway. Stands anchor watch and ramp discharge
watch during sea and anchor details and while the vessel is in port.
Performs daily systems checks and posts all instrument and gage
readings to the engineer log book. Positions fuel control racks and
adjusts throttle controls to maximize engine efficiency. Inspects,
troubleshoots, tests, services, adjusts, repairs, and replaces batteries,
electrical system components, fuel system elements, propellers and
propeller shafts, pumping assemblies and parts, and other marine
engine equipment. Cleans, performs surface preparation, and paints
engineer space equipment.
(2) MOSC 88L2O. Provides supervision and technical expertise
for subordinates performing their duties. Prepares marine vessel
equipment for operation. Starts, operates, troubleshoots, and secures
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overhauls engine components, throttle controls, accessory drives,
boiler and piping systems, vessel steering mechanisms, electrical
and wiring assemblies, cooling and lubrication systems, and vessel
hulls for general upkeep. Computes fuel requirements and documents
vessel fuel usage. Compiles and maintains the engine room
records.
(3) MOSC 88L3O. Supervises fire fighting, damage control, sanitation,
and pollution control procedures aboard a vessel. Establishes
and enforces engine department safety practices, supervises shipboard
watches. Oversees, instructs, and provides technical advice in
the maintenance of engines, electrical systems, cooling systems,
lubrication systems, refrigeration systems, fuel systems, pneumatic
systems, power and drive trains, steering systems, boilers and piping,
hydraulics, and general vessel upkeep. Conducts crew or section
drills and training. Prepares maintenance SOPs and organizes
the work of the maintenance shop.
(4) MOSC 88L4O. Instructs and supervises marine engine department
personnel in all systems maintenance. Oversees posting of
vessel log books, forms, and records. Assigns personnel to duty
positions. Schedules equipment for calibration. Establishes maintenance
priorities. Prepares and reviews shipyard specifications. Prep
a r e s m a r i n e v e s s e l h i s t o r i c a l r e p o r t s a n d r e c o r d s , p r e v e n t i v e
m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s a n d r e c o r d s , m a t e r i e l r e a d i n e s s r e p o r t s ,
equipment improvement recommendations, and unsatisfactory/faulty
equipment reports. Records required and completed modifications.
b. Physical demands rating and qualifications for initial award of
M O S . W a t e r c r a f t e n g i n e e r s m u s t p o s s e s s t h e f o l l o w i n g
qualifications:
(1) A physical demands rating of very heavy.
(2) A physical profile of 222221.
(3) Uncorrected distant visual acuity of not more than 20/200 in
each eye, that corrects with spectacle lenses to 20/20 in one eye and
20/40 in other eye.
(4) Normal color vision based on no more than four errors in
reading the pseudoisochromatic plate test.
(5) A minimum score of 105 in aptitude area MM.
(6) MOSC qualification per AR 56-9, at each level of skill.
(7) MOS qualification may be attained by meeting the civilian
acquired skills criteria listed in AR 601-210.
c. Additional skill identifiers.
(1) P5—Master Fitness Trainer.
(2) 2S—Battle Staff Operations (skill level 3 and above).
(3) 4A—Reclassification Training.
d. Physical requirements and standards of grade. Physical requirements
and SG relating to each skill level are listed in the
following tables:
(1) Table 10-88L-1. Physical requirements.
(2) Table 10-88L-2. Standards of grade TOE/MTOE.
(3) Table 10-88L-3. Standards of grade TDA.
10–234. 88M—Motor Transport Operator (Motor Transport
Op), CMF 88
a. Major duties. The Motor Transport Operator supervises or
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operates wheel vehicles to transport personnel and cargo. Duties for
MOS 88M at each level of skill are:
(1) MOSC 88M1O. Operates all wheel vehicles and equipment
over varied terrain and roadways for support of combat operations.
Manages entrucking and detrucking of personnel being transported.
Oversees and checks proper loading and unloading of cargo on
vehicles and trailers. Secures cargo against inclement weather, pilferage,
and damage. Operates vehicle component material handling
equipment (MHE), as required. Employs land navigation techniques.
Must be knowledgeable with the operation of radios and weapons
when they are mounted on the vehicle. Performs vehicle self-recovery
and field expedients to include towing vehicles. Corrects or
reports all vehicle deficiencies; supports mechanics where necessary.
Prepares vehicle for movement/shipment by air, rail, or vessel.
(2) MOSC 88M2O. Supervises and provides technical guidance
to subordinates in accomplishing their duties. Organizes and participates
in convoys. Dispatches vehicles; verifies vehicle logbooks.
Receives and fills requests from authorized persons for motor transport.
Compiles time, mileage and load data. Operates the Heavy
Expanded Mobility Tactical Transport (HEMTT), Heavy Equipment
Transporter (HET), and Palletized Loading System (PLS) vehicles
to include performing self-recovery operations.
( 3 ) M O S C 8 8 M 3 O . S u p e r v i s e s d r i v e r s p e r f o r m i n g p r e v e n t i v e
maintenance checks and services (PMCS) on vehicles. Operates in
the truck terminal as a squad leader. Trains new drivers and manages
the driver sustainment training program. Plans, organizes, and
operates a motor vehicle convoy. Performs convoy route reconnaiss
a n c e . C o m m a n d s a c o n v o y m a r c h u n i t o r s e r i a l . S u p e r v i s e s
transporting of all types of cargo. Posts and controls guards used to
prevent pilferage and vandalism of cargo and equipment. Takes
charge of vehicle recovery. Supervises personnel preparing vehicles
for deployment.
(4) MOSC 88M4O. Provides professional support and technical
guidance to all Army soldiers requiring motor transport. Plans, mana
g e s , a n d m o n i t o r s u n i t m o t o r t r a n s p o r t o p e r a t i o n s a s t h e t r u -
ckmaster. Establishes and organizes the unit motor park. Prepares
and implements the truck company security and defense plan. Prepares
map overlays. Receives and distributes highway motor transport
missions. Assembles and prepares highway reconnaissance data
for motor convoy transport. Supervises and directs unit dispatching
o f v e h i c l e s . C o o r d i n a t e s e n g i n e e r r e q u i r e m e n t s t o s u p p o r t a
truckbattalion.
b. Physical demands rating and qualifications for initial award of
M O S . M o t o r t r a n s p o r t o p e r a t o r s m u s t p o s s e s s t h e f o l l o w i n g
qualifications:
(1) A physical demands rating of very heavy.
(2) A physical profile of 222222.
(3) Color discrimination of red/green.
(4) A minimum score of 90 in aptitude area OF.
(5) A valid U.S. Government motor vehicle operator’s permit for
class of vehicle to which assigned.
(6) A valid state motor vehicle operator’s permit (not due to
expire prior to completion of AIT).
(7) MOS qualification may be attained by meeting the civilian
acquired skills criteria listed in AR 601-210.
c. Additional skill identifiers.
(1) F7—Pathfinder.
(2) P5—Master Fitness Trainer.
(3) 2S—Battle Staff Operations (skill level 3 and above).
(4) 4A—Reclassification Training.
d. Physical requirements and standards of grade. Physical requirements
and SG relating to each skill level are listed in the
following tables:
(1) Table 10-88M-1. Physical requirements.
(2) Table 10-88M-2. Standards of grade TOE/MTOE.
(3) Table 10-88M-3. Standards of grade TDA.
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