You want to be an electrician? The Army training for apprenticeship electricians is one way to do it.
The Army basic training will prepare your mind and your body to get use to rigorous war training or military training.
The Armed Forces Training is not for the weak. You will be tested daily and will be held accountable for every action you make.
Once you pass the basic training, you will go on your military occupational specialty of...
Interior Electricians. Here you are responsible for installing and repairing electrical wiring systems in offices, repair shops, airplane hangars, and other buildings.
Some of your duties as an Interior Electrician may include:
Installing and wiring transformers, junction boxes, and circuit breakers, using wire cutters, insulation strippers, and other hand tools.
Reading blueprints, wiring plans, and repair orders to determine wiring layouts or repair needs.
Installing service panels, switches and electrical boxes Use of testing equipment to test operational conduction of circuits.
Cutting, bending, and stringing wires and conduits (pipe or tubing). Inspecting power distribution systems, shorts in wires, and faulty equipment using test meters.
Repairing and replacing faulty wiring and lighting fixtures Installing lightning rods to protect electrical systems.
Talk to your U.S. Army recruiter for more information on how you can become an Interior Electrician (21R). Click below for more information.
