Field Combat Engineer: Build Bridges, Clear Routes

National Guard; Onalaska, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

National Guard Combat Engineers design and build field fortifications, bridges, and obstacles. They operate in teams to secure perimeters and support missions, including route clearance and enemy deterrence.

Training includes ten weeks of Basic Training and fourteen weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT). You’ll learn weapon handling, construction techniques, and safe demolition practices during hands-on projects.

Qualifications

• Basic demolitions knowledge and safe handling of explosives.
• Understanding of explosive hazards and safety procedures.
• Experience or interest in construction techniques and obstacle mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Construct fighting positions, fixed/floating bridges, obstacles, and defensive positions.
• Place and detonate explosives as required for mission objectives.
• Conduct route clearance and other operations to remove obstacles and secure routes.

Skills

Demolitions

Explosive hazards

Wire obstacles

Bridge building

Urban operations

Heavy equipment

Job description

National Guard Combat Engineers design and build field fortifications, bridges, and obstacles. They operate in teams to secure perimeters and support missions, including route clearance and enemy deterrence.

Training includes ten weeks of Basic Training and fourteen weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT). You’ll learn weapon handling, construction techniques, and safe demolition practices during hands-on projects.