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Introduction

The pay is competitive with private industry, the benefits are far better and chances for career advancement are good. As a Traditional Reservist, you pick where you want to live, and that is where you serve. The Reserve offers part-time and also full-time jobs as Air Reserve Technicians (ARTs) and Active Guard Reserve (AGR). Other Reservists, Individual Mobilized Augmentee (IMAs), with specialized skills work according to tailored schedules at designated locations. On-the-job training and continuing education on all levels is encouraged by the Air Force Reserve. Special experiences, such as those gained by aviation mechanics, can help Reservists qualify for special licenses, such as FAA licenses, at little or no cost.

By design, the Air Force Reserve is constantly rebuilding itself and is always in need of good people. From time to time, there are acute shortages of people in certain areas, and these critical needs are indicated for each unit on this website.

Jobs available at Luke AFB
Enlisted Positions
EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL [bonus]
EOD technicians safely handle live explosives on a daily basis. The profession is varied in mission and scope. It is extremely satisfying, but very demanding. EOD work begins in dangerous situations and ends in producing a safe solution. You apply classified techniques and special procedures to lessen or totally remove the hazards created by the presence of unexploded ordnance. You detect, identify, render safe, recover, and dispose of United States and foreign explosives and ordnance that are unsafe. This includes conventional military ordnance, criminal and terrorist homemade items, and chemical, biological, and nuclear weapons. Duties require you to work on the flight line during aircraft emergencies, on bombing ranges during range clearances, in munitions storage area accident areas, and in any other area or climate where an explosive hazard exists. You maintain equipment, technical data, and vehicles. There is paperwork and computer work to accomplish. EOD teams deploy in support of special operations and low/medium intensity conflicts. You also analyze unknown munitions and explosives for exploitation and use by the intelligence agencies. Some duties are dangerous, but you're trained and equipped to safely deal with the situations. Candidates must have determination and motivation to complete the school. Upon completing EOD School, you will become part of an elite group of highly trained technicians that have a proud heritage of protecting personnel and property from the effects of hazardous unexploded ordnance. back to top
Officer Positions
CHAPLAIN [bonus]
Develops and administers Chaplain Service policies and procedures, including plans and operations, readiness management, Chaplain Service manpower, budgetary and fiscal management, chaplain facility repair, modification, and construction. Manages resources to provide professional religious support needed to accomplish the mission of the US Air Force and maintain the highest degree of effectiveness and readiness. Advises commanders on religious, ethical, moral, morale, and quality of life matters. back to top