Parachute Rigger

4 weeks ago

Marietta, Georgia, United States Army National Guard Full time
Job Summary

As a Parachute Rigger with the Army National Guard, you will be responsible for the safety of men, women, and equipment using parachutes. This requires attention to detail, as chutes of varying sizes must be precisely packed and maintained. You will also take responsibility for maintaining the materials of the chute, including patching, sewing, and storage.

Key Responsibilities
Rig supplies, equipment, and vehicles for airdrop
Perform technical, routine, and in-storage rigger-type inspection on cargo, extraction, and personnel parachutes
Inventory, clean, receive, store, and issue all airdrop equipment used in airdrop operations
Use and maintain machines and tools for fabrication, modification, and repair to parachutes and other airdrop equipment
Inspect, test, and install extraction and release systems

Benefits
  • Paid training
  • A monthly paycheck
  • Montgomery GI Bill
  • Federal and State tuition assistance
  • Retirement benefits for part-time service
  • Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)
  • 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

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