Interior Electrician (12R)

U.S. Army; Upper Darby (Delaware County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Interior Electrician, where you will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of essential electrical systems. This role offers the opportunity to develop valuable skills in electricity and circuit troubleshooting while serving your country. You will receive comprehensive training, including hands-on experience in the field, ensuring you are well-prepared for both military and civilian careers. If you have a passion for electrical work and a desire to serve, this position is an exciting opportunity to make a difference and build a rewarding future.

Benefits

Housing

Medical benefits

Food allowance

Special pay

Vacation time

Qualifications

• Must meet DoD requirements and take the ASVAB test.
• Training includes 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 7 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical systems including transformers and circuit breakers.
• Inspect power distribution systems and repair faulty wiring.

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.
• 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.

Compensation:

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

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.