Interior Electrician

***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE*** In the United States Army, the interior electrician is primarily responsible for the installation and maintenance for all of the Armys 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 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 youll learn are: Fundamentals of electricity Electrical circuit troubleshooting Safety procedures Techniques for wiring switches, outlets and junction boxes 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. AT&T, Inc. Hewlett-Packard Company Kraft Foods Global, Inc. Sears Holdings Corporation Time Customer Service, Inc. Walgreen Co. Compensation Paid training Salary Pay Housing and meal allowance for full-time positions 30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays 401(K) type savings plan Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family members Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage) Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college Tuition Assistance - up to $4500 per year Student Loan Repayment - up to $65,000 in college loan repayment Signing bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonuses In order to meet the minimum qualifications, you must : Be under 35 years old Be a US Citizen or Hold at least permanent residence (I-551/Greed Card) Have a High School Diploma/GED Have no major medical issues Have no major law violations (Felony level) Required qualifications: Legally authorized to work in the United States Background check Preferred qualifications: 17 years or older

Created: 2024-11-11