Propulsion and electrical systems technician (generators)טכנאי מערכות הנעה וחשמל גנרטורים
What the Propulsion and electrical systems technician (generators) role asks for, and what it holds
Propulsion and electrical systems technicians (generators) are Ordnance Corps technicians who operate and maintain the electrical and propulsion systems of IDF generators.
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The role asks for a medical profile of 64 and up.
The medical profile runs from 21 to 97.
- Kind of role
- Combat support
- Branch
- Technology and Maintenance
- Open to
- Men and women
- Medical profile
- 64 and up
- Try-out
- Not needed
This is what the work of the role holds.
Generators are found at every remote system, outpost and position. Soldiers in the role keep the electrical and propulsion systems of generators up to 150 kVA working and ready for use.
Their work keeps a steady supply of power to critical systems, both in routine times and in emergencies.
The page notes that the role fits graduates of the technological reserve program who hold an electrician's license.
This is how the training for the role runs.
The course lasts 4 weeks and covers the electrical and propulsion systems of IDF generators.
This is what service in the role looks like.
Soldiers in the role can be placed in any IDF unit, including battalions, open units and various brigades, at bases across the country.
After the role, the IDF's page names these paths.
- In some infantry brigades, soldiers in the role can complete Rifleman 03 basic training and receive a combat soldier certificate with its rights.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Propulsion and electrical systems technician (generators) role ask for?
The role asks for a medical profile of 64 and up.
Who can serve as Propulsion and electrical systems technician (generators)?
The role is open to men and women.
Is there a try-out for Propulsion and electrical systems technician (generators)?
The IDF names no try-out for the role.
What does the training for Propulsion and electrical systems technician (generators) hold?
The course lasts 4 weeks and covers the electrical and propulsion systems of IDF generators.
This page was written from the IDF's pages for future soldiers, read on 6 November 2026.
- The role's page on the IDF's site: Propulsion and electrical systems technician (generators)
The requirements and screenings change from time to time, and the IDF's page for each role is the one that counts.