91P Artillery Mechanic

About the role

The Army National Guard seeks qualified Soldiers to maintain and repair electrical systems for ground weapons systems. Artillery Mechanics are responsible for supervising and performing maintenance on self-propelled field artillery cannon weapon systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain diesel power plants/packs, compression ignition engines and engine fuel systems, air induction systems, exhaust systems, cooling systems, engine starting and charging systems, and track hull electrical
• Diagnose malfunctions, troubleshoot and perform other unit maintenance on carriage-mounted armament, associated fire control and related systems, and components on all self-propelled field artillery weapon systems

Requirements

• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate
• Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)

Qualifications

• Preference for working with electronic or electrical equipment
• Interest in working with weapons

Skills

• Electronic and mechanical principles and concepts
• Use of electronic, electrical, and mechanical test equipment
• Operation, testing, and maintenance of specific types of weapons systems
• Understanding schematics, drawings, blueprints, and wiring diagrams

Benefits

• Paid training
• A monthly paycheck
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Federal and State tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits for part-time service
• Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)
• 401(k)-type savings plan
• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)
• Health care benefits available
• VA home loans
• Bonuses, if applicable

Pay

Actual pay range is between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change.

Schedule

Participation in Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training.