Interior Electrician (12R) [FT]

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 :

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 :

Helpful Skills :

Required ASVAB Score(s)

Electronics (EL) : 93

Learn more about the ASVAB and see what jobs you could qualify for.

Compensation :

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

Earn Cash For In Demand Jobs :

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 .