Since the Army National Guard uses a plethora of electronic systems, power is essential to success. As a Power-Generation Equipment Repairer, you'll supply the power to run virtually every aspect of Army activity whenever and wherever it's needed. In this specialty, you'll support military operations day or night by performing preventive maintenance checks on generation equipment, or replacing voltage regulators, governors, or circuit cards. You may also adjust frequencies and voltages using technical publications to enhance equipment efficiency.
Responsibilities include:
1. Perform maintenance on tactical utility, precise power-generation sets, internal combustion engines, and associated equipment.
2. Generator and powerplant operations.
3. Electrical generation and distribution.
4. Diesel generator operation, disassembly, inspection, and maintenance.
5. Principles of electrical and electronic circuitry.
Helpful Skills:
* Experience using hand and power tools.
* Interest in electricity and working with large machinery.
Through your training, you will develop skills and experience to pursue a civilian career as a power plant electrician.
Minimum 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.
* Must be between 17 and 35 years old.
* Must pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.
* Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details).
Benefits include:
* Paid training and a monthly paycheck.
* Montgomery GI Bill, Federal and State tuition assistance.
* Retirement benefits for part-time service.
* Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000).
* 401(k)-type savings plan.
* Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000).
* Health care benefits.
* VA home loans.
* Bonuses, if applicable.
Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change.
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