91D Power-Generation Equipment Repairer

-; Hillsborough (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join the Army National Guard as a Power-Generation Equipment Repairer, where you'll ensure essential power for military operations. This role includes training in generator operations and electrical systems, with paid training and valuable skills development for a civilian career.

Benefits

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Montgomery GI Bill

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Low-cost life insurance

401(k)-type savings plan

Student Loan Repayment Program

Health care benefits

VA home loans

Qualifications

• Must enlist in the Army National Guard.
• Aged between 17 and 35.
• Ability to pass a physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on power-generation equipment.
• Support military operations day or night.

Skills

Generator and powerplant operations

Electrical generation and distribution

Diesel generator operation

Electrical and electronic circuitry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Description

Since the Army National Guard uses a variety of electronic systems, power is essential to success. As a Power-Generation Equipment Repairer, you'll provide the power needed for various Army activities, anytime and anywhere.

In this role, you'll support military operations day or night by performing preventive maintenance on generation equipment, replacing components like voltage regulators, governors, or circuit cards, and adjusting frequencies and voltages using technical publications to improve equipment efficiency.

Job Duties

1. Perform maintenance on tactical utility and precise power-generation sets, internal combustion engines, and related equipment.

Skills You'll Learn

1. Generator and powerplant operations
2. Electrical generation and distribution
3. Diesel generator operation, disassembly, inspection, and maintenance
4. Principles of electrical and electronic circuitry

Helpful Skills

1. Experience with hand and power tools
2. Interest in electricity and working with large machinery

Through training, you'll develop skills for a civilian career as a power plant electrician.

Earn While You Learn

Get paid to train instead of paying for skills development. In the Army National Guard, you will learn valuable job skills while earning a paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

Training Details

Training includes 10 weeks of Basic Training to learn basic Soldiering skills, followed by approximately 12 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, focusing on electrical power systems. Training combines classroom instruction and field practice.

Benefits and Requirements

Benefits

• Paid training
• Monthly paycheck
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Tuition assistance (Federal and State)
• Retirement benefits for part-time service
• Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000)
• 401(k)-type savings plan
• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000)
• Health care benefits
• VA home loans
• Bonuses, if applicable
• Estimated earning between $200 and $250 per drill weekend for most non-prior service candidates

Requirements

• Enlistment in the Army National Guard
• At least a high school diploma or GED; or be a junior in high school
• Aged between 17 and 35
• Ability to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com)

Enlistment is required. Benefits and programs are subject to change. Contact your Army National Guard recruiter for the latest information. MOS assignments depend on availability.