Let's all congratulate Nathan Parker of #ashevillehighschool in becoming the #armyreserve newest #12bravo #combatengineer with the #323rd #engineerunit Combat Engineer (12B) Overview Combat engineers primarily supervise, serve or assist as a member of a team when they are tackling rough terrain in combat situations. They provide their expertise in areas such as mobility, countermobility, survivability and general engineering. Job Duties * Construct fighting positions, fixed/floating bridges, obstacles and defensive positions * Place and detonate explosives * Conduct operations that include route clearance of obstacles and rivers * Prepare and install firing systems for demolition and explosives * Detect mines visually or with mine detectors Training: Job training for combat engineers requires 14 weeks of One Station Unit Training, which includes Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field with on-the-job instructions. Some of the skills you’ll learn are: * Basic demolitions * Basic explosive hazards * Constructing wire obstacles * Fixed bridge building * Basic urban operations * Operating heavy equipment Helpful Skills * Ability to use hand and power tools * Perform strenuous physical activities over long periods of time * Interest in engineering * Enjoy working outdoors Required ASVAB Score(s) Combat (CO): 87 Earn Cash For In Demand Jobs You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties. Visit Jobs in Demand to see if this job qualifies for an enlistment bonus. Education Benefits: In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Future Civilian Careers: The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in the fields of construction, building inspection or building engineering. PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PaYS) Program:Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantee (at Asheville Mall Recruiting Center)
