Quartermaster and Chemical Equipment Repairer

Job Overview

The Army National Guard uses a wide range of systems that help protect and serve the force, and as a Quartermaster and Chemical Equipment Repairer, you’ll be in charge of ensuring these systems keep running at peak performance.

• Support the maintenance of chemical decontamination equipment and quartermaster machinery.
• Train to maintain laundry and bath equipment, pumps, engines, burners, filter units, and water purification units.
• Assist with maintenance of special purpose equipment, decontamination and protective filter systems, smoke generator systems, and chemical electrical systems.
• Service internal combustion engine ignition, fuel, cooling, and electrical systems.
• Perform damage assessment and repair on engine and prop systems.

• Internal combustion engine theory.
• Interest and experience with shop mechanics, fixing engines, and machinery.

• Paid training.
• 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 for existing loans).
• Health‑care benefits.
• VA home loans.
• Bonuses, if applicable.
• Estimated earnings of $200–$250 per drill weekend for non‑prior‑service candidates (subject to change).

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard.
• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
• 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.