Combat Engineer
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Job Description
About the Job
Combat Engineers in the Army National Guard are vital to mission success, supporting fellow Soldiers in challenging environments. As a Combat Engineer, you’ll be responsible for designing and building:
• Bridges
• Roadways
• Secure perimeters
• Tactical firing systems
You will also detect and neutralize mines and other dangers, ensuring team safety and repelling enemies.
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.
Skills You’ll Learn:
• 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
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activities over long periods of time
• Interest in engineering
• Enjoy working outdoors
Training will help you develop skills applicable to civilian careers in construction, building inspection, and building engineering.
Earn While You Learn:
You’ll be paid to train, receiving a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance in the Army National Guard.
Job training:
• 10 weeks of Basic Training (Soldiering skills)
• 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT)
On-the-job training includes hands-on experience in various construction projects.
