Interior Electrician (12R)

United States Army Mid-Atlantic Recruiting Battalion; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 24,396 - 30,036; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

Food and special pay

Total compensation includes vacation time

Job summary

The United States Army is hiring an Interior Electrician (12R) responsible for installing and maintaining electrical systems. Successful candidates must complete basic and advanced training, and will develop critical skills in electricity fundamentals. A technical background with a strong interest in physical work is crucial. Competitive compensation, including additional benefits, is provided.

Qualifications

• Must meet DoD requirements.
• ASVAB score of 93 required in Electronics.
• Training includes on-the-job instructions.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical systems including transformers and circuit breakers.
• Read blueprints and wire plans for installations.
• Test equipment for operational conduction of circuits.

Skills

Fundamentals of electricity

Electrical circuit troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Ability to use hand tools

Interest in electricity, science and math

Education

Completion of Basic Combat Training

Completion of Advanced Individual Training

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United States Army Mid-Atlantic Recruiting Battalion provided pay range

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Base pay range

$24,396.00/yr - $30,036.00/yr

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.
• Those who want to serve must first 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

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Compensation

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

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You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties. Visit Jobs in Demand to see if this job qualifies for an enlistment bonus.

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. Learn more about education benefits.

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. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at http://www.armypays.com.

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