Air Force Gulfport , MS 39501
Posted 2 weeks ago
The buildings and structures on each base are integral to every part of Air Force operations. It's the job of Structural Specialists to construct, repair and modify any buildings and any other structures from the foundation up to the rooftops. These highly trained experts use their specialized skill sets, materials, tools and equipment to build anything we need, from improvised emergency disaster relief shelters to quality of life projects.
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Air Force Active Duty Air National Guard Air Force Reserve
Enlisted
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What you'll do
Construct, maintain, plan and repair wooden, masonry and concrete buildings and structures, including concrete footings, foundations, walls, floor slabs, piers and columns
Lay structures according to blueprints, building plans and other directives
Install interior and exterior trim and finishing materials
Repair and install manufactured locking devices
Erect scaffolding and work from ladders and mobile platforms
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations
Become skilled with metal fabrication & welding techniques
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TRAINING & EDUCATION
How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.
7.5 weeks
91 Days
Gulfport, MS
Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Construction Technology
key things to consider
REQUIREMENTS
You must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.
A High School Senior (age 17 or older)*, High School diploma, a GED, or 15 college semester hours
Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB.
40 Mechanical (M)
Qualifications
Knowledge of characteristics and capabilities of equipment used in construction
Normal color vision
Possession of a valid state driver's license to operate government motor vehicles
Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment
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