91E Machinist
DC Army National Guard, Chamberlain, SD, United States
Job Description
When a Soldier needs a part made or repaired right away, they look to Machinists for assistance. Army National Guard Machinists utilize their knowledge, skills, and expertise to repair broken parts, modify old ones, or fabricate replacements for all equipment.
Job Duties
Operate and maintain machine shop equipment, including engine lathes, utility grinders, power cutoff saws, hydraulic presses, drill presses, oxyacetylene, electric arc, and inert gas welding machines.
Use calipers, micrometers, and rulers to measure work pieces.
Read and interpret blueprints or written plans for parts to be made.
Cut metal stock with a variety of tools and shape/smooth parts.
Skills
Use of different metals.
Observe safety procedures.
Interest in math, general science, metal working, and mechanical drawing.
Interest in making things and finding solutions to mechanical problems.
Training Opportunity
The Machinist training program includes 10 weeks of Basic Training to learn basic Soldiering skills and 13 weeks of Advanced Individual Training focused on machine operation, with classroom and field practice.
Benefits
Paid training.
Monthly paycheck.
Montgomery GI Bill.
Federal and State tuition assistance.
Retirement benefits for part‑time service.
Low‑cost life insurance (up to $400,000).
401(k)-type savings plan.
Student loan repayment program (up to $50,000 for existing loans).
Health care benefits available.
VA home loans.
Bonuses, if applicable.
Requirements
Military enlistment in the Army National Guard.
Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
Must be between the ages of 17 and 35.
Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.
Must meet citizenship requirements.
Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up‑to‑date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.
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When a Soldier needs a part made or repaired right away, they look to Machinists for assistance. Army National Guard Machinists utilize their knowledge, skills, and expertise to repair broken parts, modify old ones, or fabricate replacements for all equipment.
Job Duties
Operate and maintain machine shop equipment, including engine lathes, utility grinders, power cutoff saws, hydraulic presses, drill presses, oxyacetylene, electric arc, and inert gas welding machines.
Use calipers, micrometers, and rulers to measure work pieces.
Read and interpret blueprints or written plans for parts to be made.
Cut metal stock with a variety of tools and shape/smooth parts.
Skills
Use of different metals.
Observe safety procedures.
Interest in math, general science, metal working, and mechanical drawing.
Interest in making things and finding solutions to mechanical problems.
Training Opportunity
The Machinist training program includes 10 weeks of Basic Training to learn basic Soldiering skills and 13 weeks of Advanced Individual Training focused on machine operation, with classroom and field practice.
Benefits
Paid training.
Monthly paycheck.
Montgomery GI Bill.
Federal and State tuition assistance.
Retirement benefits for part‑time service.
Low‑cost life insurance (up to $400,000).
401(k)-type savings plan.
Student loan repayment program (up to $50,000 for existing loans).
Health care benefits available.
VA home loans.
Bonuses, if applicable.
Requirements
Military enlistment in the Army National Guard.
Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
Must be between the ages of 17 and 35.
Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.
Must meet citizenship requirements.
Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up‑to‑date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.
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