Army Houston Recruiting Battalion
Allied Trade Specialist (91E)
Army Houston Recruiting Battalion, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
Enlist as a Soldier
into the
United States Army
and as an Allied Trade Specialist (91E), you’ll supervise the fabrication, repair, and modification of metallic and nonmetallic parts to ensure the Army’s equipment is operating reliably. You’ll operate lathes, drilling presses, grinders, welding machines, and other machine shop equipment while also serving as a welder. You will train to select the materials, tools, and equipment to do the job, and learn how to operate fabrication machines. This is not a civilian contractor position.
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
143 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available.
10 weeks of Basic Training.
19 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.
92 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM).
OR
85 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM).
95 ASVAB Score: General Technical (GT).
Skills You'll Learn
Maintenance & Repairs.
Welding & Power Tool Operations.
Fabrication Machine Operations.
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.
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into the
United States Army
and as an Allied Trade Specialist (91E), you’ll supervise the fabrication, repair, and modification of metallic and nonmetallic parts to ensure the Army’s equipment is operating reliably. You’ll operate lathes, drilling presses, grinders, welding machines, and other machine shop equipment while also serving as a welder. You will train to select the materials, tools, and equipment to do the job, and learn how to operate fabrication machines. This is not a civilian contractor position.
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
143 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available.
10 weeks of Basic Training.
19 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.
92 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM).
OR
85 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM).
95 ASVAB Score: General Technical (GT).
Skills You'll Learn
Maintenance & Repairs.
Welding & Power Tool Operations.
Fabrication Machine Operations.
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.
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