Weapons Technician
A Weapons Technician (Wpns TECH) works as a member
of a maintenance organization located in base or field locations
and is employed in the repair and maintenance of all army
weapons ranging from pistols to artillery howitzers and
tank gunnery systems.
What They Do
- Inspect,
repair and modify all army weapons and associated equipment
- Operate
general and special tools and test equipment
- Test
fire weapons
- Operate
standard military vehicles
- Locate,
diagnose, analyze and repair faults on weapons
- Maintain
specialized equipment such as portable field kitchens,
mobile laundry and shower units, security cabinets and
miscellaneous equipment
- Perform
required clerical duties
Working Environment
In static units, the Weapons Technician normally works
in enclosed, lighted and heated workshops. In the field,
however, duties are performed in the open or in temporary
or improvised accommodation under all types of weather conditions
ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold and wet or damp
conditions.
The job has heavy physical demands including lifting loads
of up to 50 lbs. Mental stress is normal in static employment
but increases considerably during live firing exercises
or operational activities where conditions of adverse weather,
or irregular work, rest, or meal periods are found.
Noisy and confined quarters, exposure to heat, dust, fumes
and poor ventilation are common hazards associated with
the occupation.
Qualifications and Interests
A Weapons Technician must be physically capable of performing
heavy work including lifting, pushing, pulling and climbing
and must be tolerant of situations requiring stooping, kneeling,
crouching and standing for long periods of time. Interests
should include doing detailed, organized work with machines,
equipment or processes and working to exact specifications
with a minimum of supervision. Good hand and eye coordination
and manual dexterity are essential attributes as is the
ability to be flexible and adapt readily to varying or repetitive
tasks.
Career Opportunities
Opportunities for career progression, promotion and advanced
training are good for qualified personnel.
Related Civilian Jobs
- Gun
Assembler
- Firearms
Inspector
- Small
Arms Tester
- Gunsmith
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