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Small Arms/Artillery Repair (91F)

Houston, TX · On-site

$22.75 - $27.75/hr

Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and As a Small Arms/Artillery Repairer, you'll perform maintenance and repairs and keep a wide array of weapons, from small arms to field artillery and ...

Army National Guard Units

$27.75 - $32.38/hr

The primary purposes are to provide maintenance repair and accurization of national match weapons ... and rebuild small arms for both conventional uses and for weapons involving accurization.

Department of the Army

$21.25 - $25.75/hr

Document inventory to maintain accountability of weapons. * Inspect small arms to determine serviceability and condition of repairs necessary. * Disassemble weapons to diagnose malfunctions. * Repair ...

US Department of the Army

$27.75/hr

This National Guard position is for a Small Arms Repairer (Temp Promo) -T32, Position Description ... Experience using and maintaining a variety of hand and power tools and gages is required. Tools ...

Department of Defense

$21.25 - $25.75/hr

Document inventory to maintain accountability of weapons. * Inspect small arms to determine serviceability and condition of repairs necessary. * Disassemble weapons to diagnose malfunctions. * Repair ...

US Department of the Army

$27.75/hr

This National Guard position is for a Small Arms Repairer (Indefinite) HIRING BONUS -T32, Position ... Experience using and maintaining a variety of hand and power tools and gages is required. Tools ...

Army National Guard Units

$27.75 - $32.38/hr

The primary purposes are to provide maintenance repair and accurization of national match weapons ... and rebuild small arms for both conventional uses and for weapons involving accurization.

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How much do small arms maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for small arms maintenance in the United States is $31.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is small arms maintenance?

Small arms maintenance refers to the routine inspection, cleaning, repair, and servicing of handheld firearms such as pistols, rifles, and machine guns. The goal is to ensure these weapons function safely and reliably by preventing malfunctions and extending their operational lifespan. Maintenance tasks may include disassembling weapons, checking for worn or damaged parts, lubricating moving components, and reassembling the firearms. This work is essential in both military and law enforcement settings, where weapon reliability is critical.

What are some of the most common challenges faced by small arms maintenance technicians on the job?

Small arms maintenance technicians often encounter challenges such as diagnosing complex malfunctions, keeping up with evolving weapon systems, and managing a high workload during operational surges. Working efficiently under tight deadlines, especially in field or deployment environments, is also common. Collaboration with supply and logistics teams is crucial to ensure that parts and tools are available, and attention to detail is essential to maintain safety and compliance standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a small arms maintenance technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Small Arms Maintenance Technician, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and basic knowledge of firearm safety and repair, often supported by technical training or military certification. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, armory management systems, and proper use of maintenance equipment is typically required. Precision, problem-solving, and effective communication are important soft skills for accurately diagnosing issues and documenting work. These skills ensure the operational reliability and safety of small arms, which is critical for mission success and personnel safety.
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Infographic showing various Small Arms Maintenance job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,662 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

SMALL ARMS REPAIRER (TITLE 32)

Springfield, IL • On-site

US Department of the Army
National Security • 10K+ employees
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$28.12/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

United States Army rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

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Job description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a SMALL ARMS REPAIRER (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1227000 and is part of the IL CSMS 1, National Guard.

Qualifications:

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of considerations for this position, Title 32 Excepted Service (32 U.S. Code 709), will be in the following manner and sequence,

  • The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG.

Military Grades: Enlisted/Warrant Officer - NTE WO1

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: MUST possess experience or training which demonstrates a working knowledge to read and interpret instructions, repair manual, specifications, and drawings; must have a knowledge of shop mathematics sufficient to use testing devices and measuring instruments; and be proficient in the use and maintenance of hand tools and equipment.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: WG-9 Level MUST possess experience or training with substantial mechanical skill is required to effectively and efficiently repair, overhaul, and rebuild small arms for both conventional uses and for weapons involving accurizing; experience to inspect, diagnose malfunctioning, wear and/or damage is required; ability to perform accurizing procedures on weapons to improve their performance is required; basic knowledge of other trades to modify and/or manufacture weapons parts for accurizing is require; experience to apply technical manuals, regulations, specifications and drawings to determine operation, assembly, and tolerances of the variety of weapons worked on is required for successful performance; experience using and maintaining a variety of hand and power tools and gages is required; tools include drills, files, precision gages and measuring instruments, magnafluxing equipment and/or borescopes to determine when parts are worn or damaged beyond acceptable tolerances.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Education:

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade.

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