| Job Title : |
OH-58D repairer |
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| Job Reference : |
usang |
| Location : |
United States |
| Posted on : |
Fri Apr 01, 2011 |
| Job category: |
National Guard, Mechanics, Enlisted, Aviation |
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| Job Description |
The National Guard OH-58D helicopter repairer is an essential member of the team that works to keep the National Guard mobile. This specialist is primarily responsible for supervising and performing maintenance on OH-58D helicopters, which are also known as Kiowa Warriors. Duties include:
- Removing and installing systems, such as engines and transmissions
- Servicing the helicopter and its systems
- Inspecting and doing maintenance checks
- Repairing landing gear and electrical parts
Training
National Guard training usually is scheduled to accommodate a member’s civilian life, whether it is for the job or school. Each member first attends Initial Entry Training. After basic training, a solider then reports for Advanced Individual Training, which may vary in length depending on your specialty. Training continues for one drill weekend each month and one annual training period, which is usually two weeks in the summer.
Helpful skills
An ideal candidate for the National Guard OH-58D helicopter repairer should:
- Be interested in math, shop mechanics and aircraft repair
- Be able to use the related tools |
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