JOB DUTIES

• Maintain microwave communications and technical control equipment 


• Monitor and restore telecommunications circuits, trunk groups and systems


• Maintain circuit, link, system and station records and reports

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 microwave systems operator-maintainer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 11 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and in the field.



Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Mechanical and electrical principles


• Preventive maintenance procedures


• Line installation and wiring techniques


• Communication security policies and procedures