Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and As a Small Arms/Artillery Repairer, you’ll perform maintenance and repairs and keep a wide array of weapons, from small arms to field artillery and large ballistic missiles operating properly. This is not a civilian contractor position.  

No experience necessary. Position is entry level.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card  
• 17 to 34 Years Old  
• High School Diploma or GED  
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines  
• No Major Law Violations  
• No Medical Concerns  

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS:

• 86 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available 
• 10 weeks of Basic Training 
• 15 weeks of Advanced Individual Training 
• 92 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM) 

OR 

• 88 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM) 
• 85 ASVAB Score: General Technical (GT) 

SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN:

• Maintenance & Repairs 
• Weapons Operations 
• Electronic & Mechanical 

BENEFITS:

Financial Benefits:

• Salary and Bonuses: Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment bonuses and re-enlistment bonuses.  
• Retirement Plan: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k), and a pension plan for those who serve 20 years or more.  
• Special Pays: Extra pay for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment.  

Healthcare:

• Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical care for soldiers and their families through TRICARE.  
• Dental and Vision: Access to dental and vision care services.  

Education:

• Tuition Assistance: Financial support for college courses while on active duty.  
• GI Bill: Benefits for education and training programs, including the Post- 9/11 GI Bill.  
• Student Loan Repayment: Assistance in repaying student loans.  

Housing and Living:

• Housing Allowance: Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover the cost of housing.  
• On-Base Housing: Access to housing on military installations.  
• Commissary and Exchange: Discounts on groceries and goods at military stores.  

Career and Training:

• Professional Development: Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement.  
• Skill Training: Technical and tactical training in various fields.  

Family Support:

• Family Programs: Support services for families, including counseling and childcare.  
• Relocation Assistance: Help with moving costs and finding housing.  

Retirement and Veterans Benefits:

• Pension: Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service.  
• VA Benefits: Access to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, including healthcare and home loans. 

Recreation and Leisure:

• Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR): Access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities.  

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