US Army Soldier

United States Army Reserve; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational benefits

Job summary

United States Army Reserve is seeking candidates for the US Army Soldier (18X) program. Special Forces candidates undergo extensive mental and physical training to join an elite combat force.

Training progresses through Infantry One Station Unit Training, Airborne, and Special Forces Selection, culminating in the Special Forces Qualification Course and related operations. This role offers challenging duties and extensive professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to join the Army.
• No tattoos on hands, face, or above the neck (ring tattoos acceptable).
• No felony history.
• Complete ASVAB with required scores.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Special Forces Weapons Sergeant with weapon and tactics duties.
• Serve as Special Forces Engineer Sergeant handling construction, demolition, and surveys.
• Serve as Special Forces Medical Sergeant as first-response/trauma medic.
• Serve as Special Forces Communications Sergeant operating encrypted and VHF/UHF gear.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Weapons interest

Calm under pressure

Problem solving

Education

ASVAB

Job description

US Army Soldier (18X)

Special Forces candidates are given the opportunity to become a member of one of the most highly skilled combat forces in the world. But they must complete and endure extensive mental/physical training in order to join the Army elite.

Job Duties

• Special Forces Weapons Sergeants: capable of using a wide variety of light/heavy infantry weapons and tactics
• Special Forces Engineer Sergeants: specialists in a wide range of disciplines such as construction, demolition, and topographic surveys
• Special Forces Medical Sergeants: considered to be the finest first-response/trauma medical technicians in the world
• Special Forces Communications Sergeants: operate every kind of communications gear, from encrypted satellite communications systems to UHF/VFH systems

Eligibility

• Must have an interest in joining the Army.
• 19 to 29 years old.
• Must be able to meet height/weight requirements
• No tattoos on hands, face, or above the neck (ring tattoos are acceptable)
• No history of a felony-level offense.
• No major medical procedures that would prohibit you from service. (please feel free to ask specific questions).

Requirements

Complete ASVAB,

Training

Special Forces candidates attend Infantry One Station Unit Training, which combines Army Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training in a 14-week course.

Upon graduation, Special Forces Candidates will attend Airborne Training, followed by a 4-week Special Operations Preparation Course and the Special Forces Assessment and Selection program. This program allows Special Forces an opportunity to assess each Soldier’s capabilities by testing his physical, emotional and mental stamina.

Skills

If the recruit passes, he moves on to the Special Forces Qualification Course to develop the necessary skills of a Special Forces Soldier. The course is currently divided into three phases:

• Individual Skills Phase: 40 days of training in common skills, land navigation and tactics
• MOS Qualification Phase: 65 days of training in different specialties that include a mission planning cycle
• Collective Training Phase: 38 days of training in Special Operations, Direct Action Isolation, Air Operations and Unconventional Warfare classes

Other Areas Include

• Language Training: Languages are assigned in relation to the scores from the DLAB
• Survival Training: The survival, evasion, resistance and escape course

Helpful Skills

• Ability to work as a team member
• Readiness to accept a challenge and face danger
• Ability to stay in top physical condition
• Interest in weapons and artillery
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Required ASVAB Score(s)

• General Technical (GT): 110
• Combat (CO): 100

Compensation

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

Earn Cash For In Demand Jobs

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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. Learn more about education benefits.

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