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.
• Applicants must first take the ASVAB, a series of tests that help identify strengths and suitable Army jobs.

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 instruction, including installation and repair.

Skills You’ll Learn

• 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. Enlistees may be eligible for cash bonuses of up to $40,000 for certain in‑demand Military Occupational Specialties.

Education Benefits

Qualified soldiers can earn full‑tuition, merit‑based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses.

Future Civilian Careers

The skills acquired prepare veterans for careers with electrical contracting companies.

Partnership for Youth Success (PaYS) Program

Enlisted interior electricians may be eligible for civilian employment after service by enrolling in the Army PaYS program, which guarantees a job interview with military‑friendly employers. Learn more at armypays.com.

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