Note: The Army recently restructured this MOS from 52G to 21Q.
Major duties. (NOTE: This job is available in the National Guard and Reserves, only). The transmission and distribution specialist supervises or installs and maintains electrical distribution systems; performs duties as a member of a transmission and distribution team.
(1) Skill Level 1. Assists in installation of electrical transmission and distribution systems and exterior services. Assists in the erection of utility poles; and, installs guys, anchors, cross arms, conductors, insulators, and other hardware. Installs and connects service drops and conduits on deenerigized systems.
(2) Skill Level 2 . Installs and maintains electrical transmission and distribution systems. Tests circuits and components to isolate malfunctions and repair defects. Performs scheduled and emergency inspections and repairs of distribution systems and equipment. Assists in maintenance, repair, calibration and tests of internal substation equipment.
(3) Skill Level 3. Supervises installation of underground and overhead electrical distribution systems. Supervises staging of material andeonstruction and maintenance equipment. Maintains and uses special purpose safety equipment and tools employed for electrical construction and maintenance, Ensures proper safety and clearance procedures are followed.
(4) Skill Level 4. Plans and supervises construction and maintenance of electrical transmission and distribution systems. Estimates manpower, equipment, and material requirements for electrical construction. Advises on electrical construction and maintenance procedures and capabilities.
Physical demands rating and qualifications for initial award of MOS. Transmission and distribution specialists must possess the followingqualiflcations:
(1) A physical demands rating, of very heavy.
(2) A physical profile, of 111221.
(3) Normal color vision.
(4) A minimum score, of 95 in aptitude area EL.
(5)Mandatory formal training or meet the civilian acquired skills criteria listed in AR 601-210.
(1) P5--Master Fitness Trainer.
(2) 2S--Battle Staff Operations (skill level 3 and above).
(3) 4A--Reclassification Training.
Information derived from Army Pamplet 611-21
