Locomotive Engineers (88U) Job at Army Houston Recruiting Battalion, Houston, TX

  • Army Houston Recruiting Battalion
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Overview Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and as a Railway Specialist (88U). You’ll oversee the Army’s rail network capabilities and infrastructure assessments to assist with safe handling of important cargo. This includes rail planning and properly managing host nation or contracted rail assets, along with car inspections at route stops and following instructions received from signal towers or other trains. This is not a civilian contractor position. No experience necessary. Position is entry level. REQUIREMENTS A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card. 17 to 34 Years Old. High School Diploma or GED. Meet Tattoo Guidelines. No Major Law Violations. No Medical Concerns. TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS 13 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available. 10 weeks of Basic Training. 6 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. 92 ASVAB Score: Mechanical Maintenance (MM). SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN Locomotive Operations. Signals Usage. Car Coupling & Uncoupling. BENEFITS Financial Benefits: Salary and Bonuses: Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment bonuses and re-enlistment bonuses. Retirement Plan: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k), and a pension plan for those who serve 20 years or more. Special Pays: Extra pay for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment. Healthcare: Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical care for soldiers and their families through TRICARE. Dental and Vision: Access to dental and vision care services. Education: Tuition Assistance: Financial support for college courses while on active duty. GI Bill: Benefits for education and training programs, including the Post- 9/11 GI Bill. Student Loan Repayment: Assistance in repaying student loans. Housing and Living: Housing Allowance: Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover the cost of housing. On-Base Housing: Access to housing on military installations. Commissary and Exchange: Discounts on groceries and goods at military stores. Career and Training: Professional Development: Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement. Skill Training: Technical and tactical training in various fields. Family Support: Family Programs: Support services for families, including counseling and childcare. Relocation Assistance: Help with moving costs and finding housing. Retirement and Veterans Benefits: Pension: Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service. VA Benefits: Access to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, including healthcare and home loans. Recreation and Leisure: Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR): Access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Army Houston Recruiting Battalion

Job Tags

Civilian Contractor, Permanent employment, Relocation package

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