Electrical Specialist

Overview

From hangars and control towers to tents and temporary disaster relief centers, electricity is paramount to everything we do. It’s the job of Electrical Power Production specialists to ensure that we always have electricity readily available. These experts utilize a vast array of skills and knowledge to do everything from starting up portable generators to maintaining and operating power stations to keep all of our bases operating at full capacity.

• Determine operational readiness of power equipment
• Operate high- and low- voltage switches, circuit breakers and other controls
• Advise on projects associated with electrical power-generating and control systems
• Check installed equipment to ensure compliance with policies
• Identify, troubleshoot and repair defective power-generating components
• Interpret maintenance-malfunction data and electrical wiring diagrams

• Up to 30 days of vacation with pay each year
• Excellent healthcare coverage for you and your family
• Food and housing allowance
• A generous retirement program from day one of your service
• World class job/technical training that will make you competitive in any field
• Financial benefits to help you pay for college/higher education

• High school diploma, GED with 15 college credits, or GED
• Knowledge of the principles of electronics and electricity
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license to operate government vehicles
• Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
• Must be between the ages of 17 and 39

About the Air National Guard

The Air National Guard is a unique military branch that offer you great careers while giving you the flexibility to work full time or part time. This means you can have a full time civilian career while serving as a military member in your community. By choosing to join the Air National Guard, you will be trained by the best technical experts in your field and will receive valuable leadership skills that will propel your future to new heights.