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Operate tanks, light armor, and amphibious assault vehicles during combat situations on land or in aquatic environments. Duties include driving armored vehicles that require specialized training; operating and maintaining targeting and firing systems; operating and maintaining advanced onboard communications and navigation equipment; transporting personnel and equipment in a combat environment; and operating and maintaining auxiliary weapons, including machine guns and grenade launchers.

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Where AI fits in this job

AI-ready 16%AI-assist 7%Stays human 77%

Share of the job's common activities across related occupations, weighted by how important and how frequent each task is (O*NET ratings). 2 AI-ready, 1 AI-assist and 12 human-led tasks out of 15. This measures where AI can help, not whether the job will disappear.

Shape of the job: importance of each kind of work activity (O*NET, 1 to 5).

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The most frequent, most important tasks where AI can help right away.

  1. Record operational or production data.Write it up · Several times a day
  2. Record service or repair activities.Write it up · Several times a day
  3. Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.Read & digest · Daily

💪 Lean into these

Core tasks that stay human. These skills get more valuable as the routine work gets automated.

  1. Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.Hands-on work · Several times a day
  2. Inspect motor vehicles.Watch & inspect · Daily
  3. Inspect completed work to ensure proper functioning.Watch & inspect · Daily

AI can draft these 2

AI produces a usable first pass. You review it, fix it and own it.

Record operational or production data.

Several times a day

AI writes the first draft from your notes; you check every fact.

Show prompt & steps

Give AI your rough notes, numbers or last version and it will turn them into a clean, well-structured first draft. You check every fact and figure before it goes anywhere.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to record operational or production data.

Context: We use Microsoft Word and 3M Post-it App.
Operation: [kitchen, production line, security desk]
Data to record: [quantities, times, readings, items issued]

Design a log format and draft today's entries from my notes. Mark gaps with [CHECK]. Use plain language and headings where they help, and mark anything you had to guess with [CHECK].

10-minute exercise: Production log entry

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you record operational or production data.
Step 2Fill in [Operation] and [Data to record] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check entries against counts or readings before signing.

AI will happily make up numbers, names and dates. Every fact in the draft needs checking against your source.

Importance 4.6/5 · O*NET work activity: Record operational or production data..

Record service or repair activities.

Several times a day

AI writes the first draft from your notes; you check every fact.

Show prompt & steps

Give AI your rough notes, numbers or last version and it will turn them into a clean, well-structured first draft. You check every fact and figure before it goes anywhere.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to record service or repair activities.

Context: We use Microsoft Word and 3M Post-it App.
Vehicles or equipment: [describe]
Service: [paste]

Draft log entries. Use plain language and headings where they help, and mark anything you had to guess with [CHECK].

10-minute exercise: Service log

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you record service or repair activities.
Step 2Fill in [Vehicles or equipment] and [Service] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every fact, name and number against your source before it goes anywhere.

AI will happily make up numbers, names and dates. Every fact in the draft needs checking against your source.

Importance 4.6/5 · O*NET work activity: Record service or repair activities..

AI can help you prep these 1

AI speeds up the prep, drafting or thinking. The core of the task is still yours.

Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.

Daily

AI gives you a first-pass summary; you still read the key parts.

Show prompt & steps

AI can pull out the key points and questions to look for. Use it as a first pass, then look closely yourself.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Order or schedule: [paste the work order, physician's order or schedule, private details removed]
What I'll do: [the procedure or operation]

List what the order requires, in sequence, and what I must confirm before starting (identity, materials, settings, contraindications). Flag anything missing or unusual.

10-minute exercise: Check orders before you start

Step 1Take the next order or schedule you'll work from.
Step 2Paste it into [Order or schedule], with names removed, and describe [What I'll do].
Step 3Use its confirmation list alongside your usual protocol. Your protocol wins if they differ.

Remove names and private details before pasting, and check your employer's rules on what you can share with AI tools.

Importance 4.5/5 · O*NET work activity: Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures..

These stay human 12

They need your hands, your presence or your accountable judgment. Lean into them: they get more valuable as routine work is automated.

Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

Several times a day

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Equipment: [describe]
Part: [describe]

List diagnosis, removal, replacement and test steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Part replacement job

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you replace worn, damaged and defective mechanical parts.
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Part] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Test the equipment fully before returning it.

Importance 4.5/5 · O*NET work activity: Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts..

Inspect motor vehicles.

Daily

Needs your eyes on site. AI can build the checklist and the report.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can build your inspection checklists, explain standards and turn your notes and photos into clean reports.

Prep prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to inspect motor vehicles.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Vehicle: [truck, bus, van, make]
Required checks: [your company or legal pre-trip list]

Make a walk-around order so nothing is missed, what defects look like, which defects mean 'do not drive', and a quick defect report.

10-minute exercise: Pre-trip vehicle inspection

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you inspect motor vehicles (today).
Step 2Fill in [Vehicle] and [Required checks] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Do your next pre-trip with it and time it.

Importance 4.6/5 · O*NET work activity: Inspect motor vehicles..

Inspect completed work to ensure proper functioning.

Daily

Needs your eyes on site. AI can build the checklist and the report.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can build your inspection checklists, explain standards and turn your notes and photos into clean reports.

Prep prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to inspect completed work to ensure proper functioning.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Work: [installation, repair]
Tests: [measurements, function checks]

Make a completion checklist and sign-off record. Group it by area, say what 'good' and 'bad' look like for each item, and add a short template for writing up what I find.

10-minute exercise: Completed work test

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you inspect completed work to ensure proper (today).
Step 2Fill in [Work] and [Tests] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Take it with you next time, tick it alongside your usual routine, and add anything it missed.

Importance 4.4/5 · O*NET work activity: Inspect completed work to ensure proper functioning..

Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.

Daily

Needs your eyes on site. AI can build the checklist and the report.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can build your inspection checklists, explain standards and turn your notes and photos into clean reports.

Prep prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Equipment: [machine, aircraft system]
Wear points: [cables, bearings, belts]

List measurements, limits and actions. Group it by area, say what 'good' and 'bad' look like for each item, and add a short template for writing up what I find.

10-minute exercise: Wear inspection

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you inspect mechanical equipment (today).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Wear points] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Take it with you next time, tick it alongside your usual routine, and add anything it missed.

Importance 4.4/5 · O*NET work activity: Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear..

Operate transportation equipment to demonstrate function or malfunction.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to operate transportation equipment to demonstrate function or malfunction.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Vehicle: [make, model]
Complaint: [symptom]

Plan a test drive route and what to observe. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Diagnostic test drive

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you operate transportation equipment (today).
Step 2Fill in [Vehicle] and [Complaint] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Choose a safe route and check the vehicle is roadworthy first.

Importance 4.4/5 · O*NET work activity: Operate transportation equipment to demonstrate function or malfunction..

Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Vehicle or ride: [describe]
Passengers: [describe]

List pre-op and operating safety steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Vehicle or ride operation

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you operate vehicles or material-moving equipment (today).
Step 2Fill in [Vehicle or ride] and [Passengers] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.5/5 · O*NET work activity: Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment..

Secure cargo.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to secure cargo.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Cargo: [type, weight]
Equipment: [straps, chains, blocks]

List securement steps and minimum tie-downs to verify against regulations. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Cargo securement

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you secure cargo (today).
Step 2Fill in [Cargo] and [Equipment] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.3/5 · O*NET work activity: Secure cargo..

Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Part: [pump, structure, component]
Damage: [describe]

List repair or rebuild steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Mechanical part repair

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you repair worn, damaged and defective mechanical parts (today).
Step 2Fill in [Part] and [Damage] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts..

Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Equipment: [instruments, lab gear, tools]
Manual guidance: [cleaning and maintenance steps]

Make a maintenance checklist and log. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Clean-and-maintain routine

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you clean equipment, parts and tools (today).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Manual guidance] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.8/5 · O*NET work activity: Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order..

Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Equipment: [radio, antenna, machine]
Targets: [specs]

List adjustment steps and measurements. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Performance tuning

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you adjust equipment (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Targets] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.9/5 · O*NET work activity: Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance..

Maintain work equipment or machinery.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to maintain work equipment or machinery.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Equipment: [describe]
Issues: [describe]

List maintenance and tagging steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Equipment maintenance and tagging

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you maintain work equipment or machinery (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Issues] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.9/5 · O*NET work activity: Maintain work equipment or machinery..

Maintain vehicles in good working condition.

Monthly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as an armored assault vehicle crew member. Part of my job is to maintain vehicles in good working condition.

Context: The work draws on transportation, public safety and security and law and government.
Vehicle: [ambulance, truck]
Tasks: [fluids, tyres, lights]

Make a daily check and top-up routine. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Vehicle daily maintenance

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you maintain vehicles.
Step 2Fill in [Vehicle] and [Tasks] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Log issues and report anything you can't fix.

Importance 4.2/5 · O*NET work activity: Maintain vehicles in good working condition..

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