Interior Electrician (12R)

United States Army Mid-Atlantic Recruiting Battalion; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Interior Electrician, where you'll be responsible for the installation and maintenance of vital electrical systems. This role offers comprehensive training, including hands-on experience and classroom instruction. You'll gain valuable skills in electricity fundamentals and troubleshooting while ensuring safety and reliability in electrical installations. With the potential for civilian career opportunities post-service, this position not only prepares you for immediate responsibilities but also sets the stage for future success in the electrical contracting field. Embrace a rewarding career that combines technical expertise with a commitment to service.

Benefits

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

Food allowance

Special pay

Vacation time

Tuition scholarships

Annual stipend for living expenses

Qualifications

• Must meet DoD requirements and pass the ASVAB.
• Training includes 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain the Army’s interior electrical systems.
• Inspect and repair power distribution systems and faulty equipment.

Skills

Fundamentals of electricity

Electrical circuit troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Ability to use hand tools

Interest in electricity, science and math

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Interior Electrician (12R)

Overview:

The interior electrician is primarily responsible for the installation and maintenance for all of the Army’s interior electrical systems.

Job Duties:

• Install transformers, junction boxes, circuit breakers, service panels, switches, electrical boxes and lightning rods
• Read blueprints, wire plans and repair orders to determine layouts/repair
• Test equipment for the operational conduction of circuits
• Inspect power distribution systems, shorts in wires and faulty equipment
• Repair and replace faulty wiring and lighting fixtures

Requirements:

• Must meet DoD requirements.
• Must take the ASVAB, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training:

Job training for interior electrician requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field with on-the-job instructions, including on-the-job instruction for installation and repair.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Fundamentals of electricity
• Electrical circuit troubleshooting
• Safety procedures
• Techniques for wiring switches, outlets and junction boxes

Helpful Skills:

• An interest in electricity, science and math
• Ability to use hand tools
• Preference for doing physical work

Required ASVAB Score(s):

Electronics (EL): 93

Compensation:

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

Education Benefits:

In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses.

Future Civilian Careers:

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with electrical contracting companies.

PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PaYS) Program:

Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program.