JOB DUTIES

• Install and repair circuits and wiring


• Calibrate and align equipment components


• Use test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment, test program sets and interactive electronic technical manuals to troubleshoot and repair equipment


• Perform preventive maintenance checks and services on equipment

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Job training for a radio/communications security repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 16 weeks of Advanced Individual training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field.



Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Mechanical, electronic and electrical principles


• Preventive maintenance procedures


• Line installation and wiring technique


• Communication security policy and procedure