Small Arms/Artillery Repairer

About The Job

As a Small Arms/Artillery Repairer, you’ll perform maintenance and repairs and keep a wide array of weapons, from small arms to field artillery and large ballistic missiles operating properly. Level 1,2, and 3 weaponsmithing.

General Qualifications

• Must have an interest in joining the Army.
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien.
• 17 to 34 years old.
• Healthy and in good physical condition.
• In good moral standing with no felony-level offenses.
• Must be able to meet height/weight standards.
• No major medical procedures that would prohibit you from service.
• No tattoos on the hands, neck, or face.

Pass (ASVAB) Requirements

• 10 weeks of Basic Training.
• 7 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.
• 93 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM).
• OR 88: General Maintenance (GM) and 85: General Technical (GT).

Certifications

18 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available.

Skills You’ll Learn

• Maintenance & Repairs.
• Weapons Operations.
• Electronic & Mechanical.

Compensation

• Up to $20K enlistment bonuses.
• Up to $115,000 for additional education benefits.
• Additional living expenses for those who have dependents.
• Clothing and food allowance.
• Centrally located Education and Financial Advisors.
• Travel.

Benefits

• The Post-9/11 GI Bill
• The Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve
• Student Loan Repayment Program

Education

• The Post-9/11 GI Bill
• The Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve
• Online schooling and correspondence courses.
• Part-time schooling.
• Licensing and certification courses.
• Vocational training and trade schools.
• National testing.
• On-the-job training.
• Tutorial assistance.

Apply Now

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