Field Mechanic O.C.C.

  The Field Mechanic is responsible for a variety of functions within the military. The Field Mechanic is a generic name given to mechanics and maintenance personnel alike. The Field Mechanics are primarily tasked with the upkeep of all military equipment not already maintained by specialists (Such as communications equipment). On the battlefield the Field Mechanic can be seen performing the duties of the Ordnance Specialist, Metal Worker, Equipment Specialist, Machinist and Combat Engineer. They are highly trained and valuable personnel, most units would simply cease to function from disrepair and battle damage if not for the efforts of the Field Mechanic.

  Their job involves a variety of areas of expertise including the construction of trails, roads and field fortifications, such as bunkers, shelters and gun emplacements. Erecting floating or prefabricated bridges for troop movements. Erect camouflage and protective barriers for artillery and troop positions. Load, unload and move supplies and equipments using planes, helicopters, trucks and amphibious vehicles. Construct airfields. Field Mechanics are responsible fir the maintenance and repair of survival equipment such as flotation devices and parachutes. They must be able to make field repairs on a moment’s notice, so they are trained in the operation of machinist equipment, allowing them to make gears, shafts and general equipment near the frontline of the battle.

  Due to the heavy amount of training the Field Mechanics are exposed too they are often classed as non-combatants, although they do go through the same basic training and survival training as all military personnel. The Field Mechanic is often kept out of harms way until absolutely necessary, and even then they are assigned a Infantryman as guard before heading out into the battlefield. Field Mechanics are among the most important field operative the Military possesses, as such a great deal of emphasis is placed on their safety, if captured a commander will expend a great deal of manpower to secure the Field Mechanics safe return.  

Attribute Requirements: I.Q. of 9 or better, a P.P. of 10 or higher and a high P.S. is very helpful, but not required.

Physical Demands: Field Mechanics must meet very demanding physical requirements such as colour vision and the ability to lift heavy objects. They need to be able to perform strenuous physical activities over long periods of time. Field Mechanics must be able to lift and move heavy objects. Some specialists require good swimming abilities,

Hand To Hand: Basic can be upgraded to expert at the cost of 2 other skills. To change to martial arts (or assassin if evil) cost 4 other skills.

O.C.C. Related Skills: Select four other skills, plus two additional skills at level 4 and 8. Select one other skill at levels 10 and 12. All new skills start at first level proficiency.

	O.C.C. Related Skills:
	Communicate: Any		(+10%)
	Domestic: Any
	Electrical: Any		(+20%)
	Espionage: None
	Mechanical: Any		(+20%)
	Medical: First Aid Only.		(+10%)
	Military: Any
	Physical: Any.
	Except Acrobatics, Gymnastics.
	Pilot Skills: Any, Except Robot Pilot: Elite.
	Pilot Related: Any		(+10%)
	Rogue Skills: Any
	Science: Any
	Technical: Any		(+10%)
	Weapon Proficiencies: Any
	Wilderness:
	Land Navigation and Carpentry Only.

Secondary Skills: The character also gets to select two secondary skills from the list, excluding those marker  ‘none or only’, at level two, four, seven, ten and thirteen. These are additional areas of knowledge that do not receive the advantage of the bonuses listed in the parenthesis. All new skills start at first level proficiency.

Standard Military Issue:
	2 x M1-B Body Suit.
	1 x  M2-V Point Blank Vest.
	1  x Field Mechanic Tool Kit
	Includes: Hand tools, hammers, wrenches, etc.
	Electronic sensors, Ohm Meters, etc.
	Wielding Equipment, Etc.
	Diagnostic Computers.
	1  x  Humvee Transport (Truck Configuration)
	Plus Standard Military Equipment List.
	(Except replace the M16-A2 with an M9 9mm pistol).

Additional Equipment Available: Additional equipment and weapons are available upon request. Common additional equipment made available includes enhanced body armor, Humvee or other similar form of transportation. As well as various construction gear such as sensors, equipment and tools and replacement parts.

  The character also has access to most military bases (medium level security clearance) and military doctors, hospitals and other facilities. 

Note: Availability of equipment and resources may depend upon the local commander; supply stock, location, casualties and combat condition. The Field Mechanic is typically in the middle of the priority list; however gaining favor with a base commander of supply clerk could help speed up the equipment ordering process.

Money: The soldier gets a roof over their head, food, clothing, medical care and all other basic necessities are provided free of charge as part of their salary. The character also receives a monthly wage based on their current rank. Most characters start their military career with a few hundred dollars savings (1D4 x100). At base level (Private) the character earns $957.60 per month of service.

  Field Mechanics quarters are a nice, dormitory style barracks. Ten soldiers share (of various O.C.C.’s) one dormitory area. Each gets a small bedroom in a common area and a work desk a personnel computer. All share one bathroom, a sitting area, and a living room area. Or the soldier can opt to live off base at his or her own expense. 

Rank:  All Field Mechanics start field duty at a rank of Private.