Interior Electrician (12R)
About the role
The interior electrician is primarily responsible for the installation and maintenance for all of the Army’s interior electrical systems.
Responsibilities
- 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. Candidates must first take the ASVAB, a series of tests that helps identify strengths and suitable Army jobs. Required ASVAB score: Electronics (EL) 93.
Training: 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including classroom instruction and on‑the‑job training for installation and repair.
Skills
- Fundamentals of electricity
- Electrical circuit troubleshooting
- Safety procedures
- Techniques for wiring switches, outlets and junction boxes
- Interest in electricity, science and math
- Ability to use hand tools
- Preference for physical work
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 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
Veterans may be eligible for civilian employment after service by enrolling in the Army PaYS program, which guarantees a job interview with military‑friendly employers such as AT&T, Inc., Hewlett‑Packard Company, Kraft Foods Global, Inc., Sears Holdings Corporation, Time Customer Service, Inc., and Walgreen Co. More information at www.armypays.com.