US Army Combat Engineer (12B)

U.S. Army; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a combat engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring operational success in challenging environments. This position involves constructing vital infrastructure such as bridges and defensive positions, while also handling explosives and conducting essential route clearance operations. With comprehensive training and a commitment to your development, this role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable skills in engineering and teamwork, all while serving your country. Embrace the chance to work outdoors, tackle physical challenges, and make a meaningful impact in various combat situations.

Benefits

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

Food allowance

Special pay

Vacation time

Education benefits

Qualifications

• Must be 17 to 34 years old and meet height/weight requirements.
• No tattoos on hands, face, or above the neck; no felony history.

Responsibilities

• Construct fighting positions, bridges, and defensive positions.
• Place and detonate explosives for various operations.
• Conduct route clearance of obstacles and rivers.

Skills

Basic demolitions

Basic explosive hazards

Constructing wire obstacles

Fixed bridge building

Basic urban operations

Operating heavy equipment

Ability to use hand and power tools

Perform strenuous physical activities

Interest in engineering

Enjoy working outdoors

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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, counter mobility, survivability, and general engineering.

Job Duties:

1. Construct fighting positions, fixed/floating bridges, obstacles and defensive positions
2. Place and detonate explosives
3. Conduct operations that include route clearance of obstacles and rivers
4. Prepare and install firing systems for demolition and explosives
5. Detect mines visually or with mine detectors

Eligibility:

1. Must have an interest in joining the Army.
2. 17 to 34 years old.
3. Must be able to meet height/weight requirements
4. No tattoos on hands, face, or above the neck (ring tattoos are acceptable)
5. No history of a felony-level offense.
6. No major medical procedures that would prohibit you from service. (please feel free to ask specific questions).

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:

1. Basic demolitions
2. Basic explosive hazards
3. Constructing wire obstacles
4. Fixed bridge building
5. Basic urban operations
6. Operating heavy equipment

Helpful Skills:

1. Ability to use hand and power tools
2. Perform strenuous physical activities over long periods of time
3. Interest in engineering
4. Enjoy working outdoors

Required ASVAB Score(s):
Combat (CO): 87

Compensation:

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

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 Civil