Interior Electrician Job in 71111

Interior ElectricianAs an Interior Electrician in the Army National Guard, you will build the skills you need for a rewarding civilian career while lighting the way for other Soldiers by installing and repairing wire systems in offices, repair shops, airplane hangars, and other buildings.

Like a civilian electrician, you will install and wire electrical hardware like transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches, and circuit breakers. This requires the knowledge of trade tools and the ability to read blueprints and wiring plans. You will also ensure the safety of electrical work and systems using test meters.

Plus, youll be building a better future. The skills you learn as an Army National Guard Interior Electrician will prepare you for a civilian career in commercial and residential contracting. You could work for public utility companies, commercial contractors, or as a self-employed contractor.

Earn while you learn

Get paid to learn! Join the Guard and you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

After nine weeks of Basic Training, where you will learn fundamental Soldiering skills, you will attend approximately six weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT) where youll learn what you need to get started as an Army National Guard Interior Electrician.

As your skills increase, so will your responsibilities. Advanced Interior Electricians take on more challenging projects, including training and supervising other Soldiers, as well as coordinating, supervising, and planning of electrical layout.

Benefits

Paid training
A monthly paycheck
Montgomery G.I. Bill
Up to 100 percent Tuition Assistance for college or vocational training (up to $4,500 per fiscal year, 1 October 30 September)
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)
Healthcare Benefits Available

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (If you do not have a diploma or GED, you may still apply ask a recruiter about how the Army National Guard can help you earn your GED.)
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 http://www.nationalguard.com/monster for details)