If you were drafted into the Chiefsplanet army...

[Rain Man]

I have a list of 177 careers in the U.S. army, taken from this site: http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jo...iation#results


You have now been drafted into the Chiefsplanet army. Report to this thread and I will randomly assign you a career.


As background, I have no idea how many people work in each of these careers, so I made a complete guess. For example, I know infantry is going to be the biggest, but I don't know how may people are dental specialists or radar repairers. So I guessed, making sure that no field is less than 0.1 percent. This may make the army band bigger than normal, but I'm not really worried about it.

So...ten-HUT, soldiers! Show up and get your duty rosters!

[Rain Man]

Originally Posted by tredadda

I will just be a 25W since, well, that is what my MOS is anyways.

Does 25W stand for 25 Watts? Because you are a ...

Power Distribution Specialist

OVERVIEW

The power distribution specialist is primarily responsible for the electrical distribution system in the Army.

JOB DUTIES

Assist in installation of electrical prime power distribution systems, exterior services and utility poles
Install guys, anchor, crossarm, conductor, insulator and other hardware
Connect service drops and conduits on de-energized systems
REQUIREMENTS

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.
TRAINING

Job training for power distribution specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and nine weeks of 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:

Maintenance of electrical power distribution systems
Installing poles accessories and transformers
Maintenance of airfield lighting systems and overhead/underground lines
Emphasis on the use of technical and manufacturer publications for electric power line distribution
HELPFUL SKILLS

Ability to work as a team member
Interest in shop mechanics
Ability to perform a wide variety of duties
COMPENSATION

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

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.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as an electrician and/or with companies that design and produce communications equipment.

[blaise]

Count me in, sir.

[Rain Man]

Originally Posted by Dave Lane

No latrine duty damn ut!

They don't have latrines where you're going. Because you are a ...

Special Forces Officer

OVERVIEW

The Special Forces officer is the team leader of an operational detachment alpha, a highly trained 12-man team that is deployed in rapid-response situations. The officer organizes the mission, outfits the team and debriefs them on the mission objective.
JOB DUTIES

Typically, officers lead the team in the following types of missions:

Counter-Terrorism: prevent, deter and respond to terrorist activities and train the military of other nations
Direct Action: short duration strikes that are used to capture, recover or destroy enemy weapons/information, or recover designated personnel/material
Foreign Internal Defense: organize, assist and train the military and national defense forces of foreign governments
Special Reconnaissance: intelligence gathering to monitor enemy movements and operations
Unconventional Warfare: the use of unconventional warfare (a.k.a. guerilla warfare) to train, equip, advise and assist forces in enemy-held or controlled territory
REQUIREMENTS

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

TRAINING

Special Forces officers go through an extensive, demanding training cycle. You will learn skills in the many areas of combat by completing airborne training, Ranger School and Special Forces Qualification Courses.
HELPFUL SKILLS

Self-discipline, confidence and intelligence
Physically and mentally fit to perform under pressure
Ability to make quick decisions
Capable of bearing numerous responsibilities
COMPENSATION

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.
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.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in fields such as business management. An Officer in the Army is closely related to managerial positions in corporations.

[Rain Man]

Originally Posted by bevischief

So we are we declaring war on?

Either Orangemane or Turkmenistan. Not sure yet.

[Rain Man]

Originally Posted by luv

Room for women in this army?

Absolutely. You can let me know if you want to go for a job that women are allowed in, but since I run an equal opportunity army, you are an...

Infantrywoman.

[Renegade]

Sorry for my tardiness Sir! I am reporting for training (What kind of training? ARMY training).

[mlyonsd]

Evidently the Secret Service has new openings because they just called asking me if I'd like to report to their training facility. They've already informed my CO.

See you grunts.

[Rain Man]

Originally Posted by AustinChief

Sign me up sir!

No more traffic jams for you, because you're joining me as an...

M1 Armor Crewman

(See second post for description.)

[luv]

Originally Posted by Rain Man

Absolutely. You can let me know if you want to go for a job that women are allowed in, but since I run an equal opportunity army, you are an...

Infantrywoman.

And here I was looking forward to learning something.

[Rain Man]

Originally Posted by blaise

Count me in, sir.

We need someone we can trust with our lives. We need you as a ...

Biomedical Equipment Specialist

OVERVIEW

The biomedical equipment specialist is primarily responsible for servicing and maintaining all medical equipment.
JOB DUTIES

Service and maintain medical equipment with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, digital, optical and radiological principals
Figure out power and space requirements for medical equipment installations
Install medical equipment
Prepare and submit medical equipment reports
TRAINING

Job training for a medical equipment repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 41 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice in repairing and replacing equipment parts. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:
Principles of electronics
Use and maintenance of electrical and electronic test equipment
Equipment repair exercises
HELPFUL SKILLS

Experience working with electronic equipment
Interest in mathematics and solving problems
High attention to detail
COMPENSATION

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as an electronic instrument repairer with commercial manufacturing, medical research and satellite communications firms — or even airline companies.

Through your extensive Army training and some additional study, you may also qualify for International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians certification as a Certified Electronics Technician, Associate Level; or a Certified Electronics Technician, Journeyman Level-Medical.

[Rain Man]

Originally Posted by Renegade

Sorry for my tardiness Sir! I am reporting for training (What kind of training? ARMY training).

I'm glad you're here, because I'm thirsty and you are a ...

Water Treatment Specialist

OVERVIEW

Water treatment specialists are primarily responsible for supervising or performing the installation and operation of water purification equipment, as well as dealing with water storage and distribution operations and activities. They also inspect facilities and food supplies for the presence of disease, germs or other conditions hazardous to health and the environment.

JOB DUTIES

Perform water quality analysis testing and verification
Assist in water reconnaissance and site preparation
Operate and maintain water treatment equipment
Assist in setup of water treatment activity
REQUIREMENTS

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

TRAINING

Job training for a water treatment specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field, including practice in testing different products.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Identification of health hazards
Inspection of food products, food service operations, wastewater and waste disposal facilities
HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in algebra, biology, chemistry and general science
High attention to detail
Interest in protecting the environment
COMPENSATION

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

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.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with local, state or federal government agencies. You’ll be able to consider a future as a food and drug inspector, public health inspector, health and safety inspectors or industrial hygienists.

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[Rain Man]

Originally Posted by luv

And here I was looking forward to learning something.

So you already know how to disassemble and assemble a rifle in 30 seconds? Huh? Huh?

[Crush]

Reporting for duty, Sir.

[Rain Man]

Originally Posted by Crush

Reporting for duty, sir.

Last one before I go to dinner. If I know my war movies, you are going to be a rich man by the time your tour is over. You are a ...

Unit Supply Specialist


OVERVIEW

The unit supply specialist is primarily responsible for supervising or performing tasks involving the general upkeep and maintenance of all Army supplies and equipment.
JOB DUTIES

Receive, inspect, inventory, load/unload, store, issue and deliver supplies and equipment
Maintain automated supply system for accounting of organizational and installation supplies and equipment
Issue and receive small arms. Secure and control weapons and ammunition in security areas
Schedule and perform preventive and organizational maintenance on weapons
Operate unit level computers
REQUIREMENTS

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

TRAINING

Job training for a unit supply specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and eight weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field, including practice in handling and storing stock.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Procedures for shipping, receiving, storing and issuing stock
Stock control and accounting procedures
Procedures for handling medical and food supplies
Movement, storage and maintenance of ammunition
HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in mathematics, bookkeeping, accounting, business administration and/or typing
Ability to keep accurate records
Enjoy physical work
Interest in operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment
COMPENSATION

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

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.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS

The skills you’ll learn will help prepare you for a career as a stock control clerk, parts clerk or storekeeper with factories, repair shops, department stores and government warehouses and stockrooms.

[luv]

Originally Posted by Rain Man

So you already know how to disassemble and assemble a rifle in 30 seconds? Huh? Huh?

It was just a bit anticlimatic (sp?).