Basic Job Description
Radio Operator-Maintainers are primarily responsible for all maintenance checks and services on assigned radio communication equipment.
Duties performed by Soldiers in this MOS include:
Installs, operates, and performs preventive maintenance checks and services and unit level maintenance on single channel radio, radio teletypewriter, Army Special Operations communications equipment, and enhanced position locating and reporting system net control stations, and associated equipment. Installs, operates, performs strapping, restrapping, preventive maintenance checks and services and unit level maintenance on communication security devices. Prepares and transmits messages in format. Receives, records, and processes messages to addressees or distribution sections. Operates and performs preventive maintenance checks and services on assigned vehicles. Installs, operates, and performs preventive maintenance checks and services on assigned power generators.
Supervises, and performs as a team member, in the operation of single channel AM radio, radio teletypewriter, Army Special Operations communications equipment, or enhanced position locating and reporting system net control station assemblages. Supervises and performs authorized maintenance on assigned equipment. Directs the installation of radios and antennas. Controls and uses Signal Operating Instructions. Implements communication security, Operational security, and physical security policies and procedures. Recognizes electronic countermeasures and implements electronic counter-countermeasures.
Training Information
12 weeks, 4 days at at Fort Gordon, VA
ASVAB Score Required: 100 in aptitude area SC and 100 in aptitude area EL
Security Clearance: Secret
Strength Requirement: very heavy
Physical Profile Requirement: 111221
Other Requirements
- Ability to clearly enunciate English
- Must be US Citizen
- The ability to type 25 Words per minute
Similar Civilian Occupations
- Radio Mechanics
- Radio Operators
- First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
- Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers
