As an aircraft weapons load crewmember, you will operationally check and electrically test aircraft weapons release and gun systems. You will isolate and correct mechanical and electrical malfunctions within the weapons release system. You will operate and repair several types of support equipment, operate electrical generators, and also operate and drive bomb lift trucks. In day-to-day maintenance you will be operating many different types of test equipment, gauges, and checking fixtures to ensure that a particular piece of equipment is reliable and ready to use. If needed, you will repair the test equipment and checking fixture. You will repair broken wiring, connectors, and electrical components within bomb racks, missile launchers, and dispensers. You will be required to periodically inspect and mechanically and electrically test weapons release components. If assigned to the gun shop, you will disassemble, inspect, repair, and assemble 20 or 30-millimeter guns and gun systems. back to top

Performs and manages munitions production and materiel tasks and activities. Identifies munitions and equipment requirements. Operates and maintains automated data processing equipment (ADPE) to perform munitions accounting, computations, and research. Stores, maintains, assembles, issues, and delivers assembled nonnuclear munitions. Complies with explosive, missile, and ground safety, security, and environmental directives and practices. Receives, stores, handles, and transports nuclear weapons. back to top

Security Forces secures the base perimeter, as well as ensuring the safety of all base weapons, property and personnel from hostile forces.

Security Forces personnel learn life-saving procedures; provide armed response; direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic on base; operate speed measuring, drug, alcohol and breath test devices; and conduct investigations. You will be involved in team patrol movements, tactical drills, battle procedures, and military operations other than war. You might also be apprehending and detaining suspects, securing crime scenes or testifying in judicial proceedings. back to top

You will construct, maintain, plan, and repair wooden, masonry, and concrete buildings and structures. You will construct and repair concrete footings, foundations, walls, floor slabs, piers, and columns for prefabricated and permanent structures. You will erect framework by placing, joining, and fastening sills, joists, sub-floors, studs, rafters, trusses, and wall and roof sheathing using hardware and fastening devices. You will install interior and exterior trim and finishing materials. You will lay structures according to blueprints, building plans, and other directives. You will apply mastics, repair or construct mortar beds and install floor and wall tile. You will adjust, troubleshoot, repair, and install locking devices on security containers.

You will install, construct, repair, and modify structures that are made of sheet metal. In addition, you will cut, measure, and join pieces using metal cutters, benders, and riveting equipment. You will also cut and join steel sections by using gas and electric welding equipment. Some things you may be working on include shower stalls, corrosion-resistant tables, fireproof partitions, metal roofing, metal siding, and guttering. You will inspect, maintain, and repair overhead, roll-up, personnel, hangar doors, and gates. back to top

In this job, you will manage, plan, schedule, and perform installation and removal of telephone switching systems, telephone subsets, telephone key systems, and associated equipment. You will install and remove copper core or fiber-optic wiring, modems, terminal blocks, and telephone instruments. As a Telephone Systems Apprentice, you will climb ladders to install, remove and maintain wiring, so it is important you not have a fear of heights. You will also interpret sketches, ensure components meet standard installation specifications and plan interior wiring. back to top

You will learn the basic fundamentals for the operation of equipment used in the storage and transfer of petroleum products. You will drive refueling vehicles on the flight line and perform the actual refueling of all types of aircraft assigned to that base. Other areas of importance are the Fuels Control Center where all requests for fuel are received, and the operator maintenance of refueling vehicles and flight line hydrant systems. After completing all aspects of the mobile distribution function, you may be assigned to the bulk storage facility where millions of gallons of fuel are stored, issued, and received daily. back to top

Download PDF BrochureYou will perform scheduled inspections, functional checks, and preventive maintenance on tactical aircraft and aircraft installed equipment. Prior to flight you will inspect and perform various functional checks of the aircraft as well as ensure that the aircraft has been properly serviced with fuel, hydraulic fluid, and liquid oxygen. After flight, you will be responsible for ensuring the aircraft is still in "operationally ready" condition. You will maintain and repair all parts of the aircraft performing general mechanical work as opposed to working on a particular system or subsystem. back to top

Plans and prepares for mission. Reviews mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information. Supervises mission planning, preparation and filing of flight plan, and crew briefing. Ensures aircraft is pre-flighted, inspected, loaded, equipped, and manned for mission. Pilots aircraft and commands crew. Operates aircraft controls and equipment. Performs, supervises, or directs navigation, in-flight refueling and weapons delivery. Conducts or supervises training of crewmembers. Ensures operational readiness of crew by conducting or supervising mission specific training. Develops plans and policies, monitors operations, and advises commanders. Assists commanders and performs staff functions related to this specialty. For more information on preparation for a pilot career in the Air Force Reserve click here. back to top

You will perform technical nursing duties involving the care and treatment of patients. In an inpatient care setting, you will perform nursing care duties such as feeding, bathing, and moving patients. You will assemble, operate, and maintain medical equipment such as oxygen delivery equipment, intravenous controllers, fetal monitors, suction machines, and electrocardiograph recorders. You will measure and record vital signs. You will administer medications under the supervision of a physician or a nurse. You will draw blood samples. You will perform the routine collection of urine, fecal materials, and other bodily secretions for laboratory examination. You will prepare patients for surgery and perform post-operative monitoring. You will assist in the delivery and care of newborns. In a clinic setting, you will prepare patients for examination and assist physicians with treatments and procedures. You will prepare and order linens and supplies. In an emergency room setting, you will drive an ambulance and perform lifesaving care measures for the sick and injured. back to top

You will learn numerous specialized skills such as the difference between sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies, transporting patients to the operating table, and cleaning the operating room. You will arrange and count sterile instruments and sponges in preparation for surgery and passes these items to the surgeon during an operation. You will assist anesthesia personnel when needed and must be able to remain calm in stressful situations. back to top