Radio Operator - Maintainer

Branch: 
Signal Corps
CMF: 
25C
MOS Details
Major Duties: 

Supervise, install, operate, and perform preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) and unit level maintenance on assigned amplitude modulation (AM) radios, Enhanced Position Locating and Reporting System (EPLRS) net control stations, radio teletypewriter assemblages, and Army Special Operations communications systems, to include COMSEC devices and associated equipment. Operates manual or automated communications systems. Operates and performs PMCS on assigned vehicles and power generators.

Skill Level 1 Installs, operates, and performs PMCS and unit level maintenance on single channel radio, radio teletypewriter, Army Special Operations communications equipment, and EPLRS net control stations, and associated equipment. Installs, operates, performs strapping, re-strapping, PMCS and unit level maintenance on COMSEC devices. Prepares and transmits messages in format. Receives, records, and processes messages to addressees or distribution sections. Operates and performs PMCS on assigned vehicles. Installs, operates, and performs PMCS on assigned power generators.

Skill Level 2 Supervises and performs as a team member in the operation of single channel AM radio, radio teletypewriter, Army Special Operations communications equipment, or EPLRS 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 (SOI). Implements COMSEC, OPSEC, and physical security policies and procedures. Recognizes electronic countermeasures (ECM) and implements electronic counter-countermeasures (ECCM).

Skill Level 3 Supervises the installation, operation, and maintenance of high frequency (HF) radios. Prepares work schedules and allocates equipment for net operations or special missions. Advises superiors on capabilities and limitations of HF radio equipment. Writes or interprets operations orders and prepares standing operating procedures (SOP) for HF operations. Ensures compliance with security regulations governing HF radio, COMSEC, and automated data processing (ADP) equipment used with HF equipment. Coordinates logistical support for subordinate teams. Establishes training programs for subordinate personnel.

Physical Demands Rating: 
very heavy
Physical Profile Serial #: 
111221
Qualifications and Prerequisites
ASVAB Minimum Score: 
100 total in VE+AR+AS+MC and 100 total in GS+AR+MK+EI
Other Qualifications: 
  • A security clearance of SECRET.
  • Ability to clearly enunciate English.
  • A U.S. citizen.
  • The ability to type 25 WPM.
  • Formal training (completion of MOS 25C Course conducted under the auspices of the USA Signal School) mandatory or waiver may be granted by Commandant, U.S. Army Signal School, ATTN: ATZH-POE, Ft Gordon, GA 30905-5300; or meet the civilian acquired skills criteria listed in AR 601-210.
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