Army MOS · Engineering
12R Interior Electrician
Overview
An interior electrician installs and maintains interior electrical systems and equipment. This specialist also supervises the installation and maintenance of these systems.
Core Skills
- electrical systems installation
- low-voltage cabling
- power distribution design
- reading blueprints and schematics
- troubleshooting electrical faults
- safety and code compliance
- conduit bending and routing
- preventive maintenance
- documentation and reporting
- time and task management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Adobe Acrobat
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Facilities Management
- Construction Management
- Telecommunications
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Electrical Power Testing: Level I · Funded · Promotion points
- 50001 Certified Practitioner in Energy Management Systems (50001 CP EnMS)
- Architect Registration Examination (ARE)
- Certified Associate Construction Manager (CACM)
- Certified Associate Constructor (CAC)
Career Growth
- Commercial Electrical Inspector: E2 · Funded · Promotion points · STAR
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Hazardous Materials Practitioner (CHMP)
- Electrical Power Testing: Level II · Funded · Promotion points
Also Common
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam: Electrical and Computer · Funded · Promotion points
What the Work Involves
- Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
- Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
- Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
- Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps.
- Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.
Related Occupations
- Lighting Technicians
- Helpers--Electricians
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
- Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 12R. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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