92W Water Treatment Specialist

About the role

Join the Army National Guard as a Water Treatment Specialist to ensure the health and safety of Soldiers by maintaining sanitary conditions through water treatment and environmental monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site reconnaissance and prepare for water treatment activities
• Set up equipment and facilities for water treatment operations
• Operate and maintain water treatment equipment
• Manage portable water supplies
• Monitor storage, transport, and disposal of waste
• Perform water quality analysis and testing
• Inspect facilities and food supplies for disease, germs, and environmental hazards

Helpful Skills

• Interest in algebra, biology, chemistry, and general science
• High attention to detail
• Interest in protecting the environment

Training & Career Development

After completing 10 weeks of Basic Training, you will attend 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, which includes hands-on and classroom instruction on identifying health hazards, inspecting food products, wastewater, and waste disposal facilities. Civilian career opportunities may include roles such as food and drug inspector, public health inspector, health and safety inspector, or industrial hygienist.

Requirements

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or GED
• Age between 17 and 35
• Ability to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Meet citizenship requirements