Transportation/Logistics Specialist

Receive training in a highly skilled technical field, gain experience and other benefits to gain a competitive edge in the civilian job market - or earn a successful and rewarding career. Come find out how a full time or part time enlistment will help you leverage the what the United States Army has to offer.

This posting is for information to enlist or commission in the United States Army in the Transportation or Logistics career field. Enlistment is not guaranteed, there is no commitment or obligation to enlist. Apply to receive information, what you do with that information is up to you.

Requirements:

• Full time (Active Duty) or Part time (Army Reserve) enlistment.
• Experience NOT required.
• High school diploma.
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident with I-551 Green Card.
• 18 to 34 years old.
• meet U.S. Army standards of medical fitness.
• qualifying Armed Forces Qualification Test score.
• pass a medical review and physical examination.

Active Duty Benefits:

• Possible enlistment cash bonus and/or student loan repayment.
• $4000 per year in Tuition Assistance while enlisted.
• G.I. Bill providing 36 academic months of tuition and housing paid.
• Full Medical/Dental/Vision (family members included), housing, food, and relocation are covered.
• 30 days paid vacation days per year, in addition to Federal holidays and weekends.
• Technical training, experience and certifications.
• Leadership and management training/experience.
• Opportunities for promotion, advancement, travel and special assignments.
• Work closely with civilian industry leaders/partners, establishing a network for future employment.
• Pension at 20 years of service and/or retirement plans.

Army Reserve Benefits:

• Possible enlistment cash bonus and/or student loan repayment.
• $4000 per year in Tuition Assistance while enlisted.
• G.I. Bill provides $392-742/month for 36 academic months for education, in addition to Tuition Assistance.
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision (family members included) at a significantly discounted rate, compared to a comparable civilian health insurance.
• Technical training, experience and certifications.
• Leadership and management training/experience.
• Opportunities for promotion, advancement, travel and special assignments.
• Access to military resources while enlisted in the Army Reserve.

Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) within the Transportation/Logistics career field include, but are not limited to:

• 88H - Cargo Specialist
• 88M - Motor Transportation Operator
• 88N - Transportation Management Coordinator (U.S. Citizens Only)
• 88U - Railway Operations Crewmember (U.S. Army Reserves Only)
• 89A - Ammunitions Stock Control and Accounting Specialist (U.S. Citizens Only)
• 89B - Ammunitions Specialist (U.S. Citizens Only)
• 92A - Automated Logistical Specialist
• 92F - Petroleum Supply Specialist
• 92G - Culinary Specialist
• 92L - Petroleum Laboratory Specialist
• 92M - Mortuary Affairs Specialist
• 92R - Parachute Rigger (Airborne training required)
• 92S - Shower & Laundry Specialist
• 92W - Water Treatment Specialist
• 92Y - Unit Supply Specialist

Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I apply for a specific job or position?
First, you must be eligible to enlist by meeting all the enlistment requirements. We have over 150 jobs in multiple career fields available. The jobs specifically available to you will be determined by:

• Your ASVAB/AFQT score. All jobs will require a valid ASVAB/AFQT score. A minimum score of 30 is required. Score higher 50 or higher will increase the jobs available to you.
• Your medical review and physical examination results. Some jobs will have medical restrictions.
• Your eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance of SECRET or higher. Some jobs require a security clearance.

2. What is the difference between Active Duty (full time) and Army Reserve (part time)?

• Active Duty enlistments can be a 3, 4, 5, or 6 year contract. Once you complete training, you will be assigned to your first duty assignment. Duty assignments can be 1, 2, or 3 years in length. You, your family, your household items, and personal vehicle will be relocated for your duty assignment. Active Duty assignment locations are generally in the United States but can be overseas in a partner nation. Once you complete a duty assignment you will be reassigned to a new duty assignment, until your contract is complete. In general, you will not be able to choose your duty location.
• Army Reserve enlistments require a 6 year contract. Once you complete training, you will return to your home of record. You will be assigned to an Army Reserve unit as close as possible to where you live. Your Army Reserve commitment is one weekend per month and an additional 2 weeks per year. You are only paid by the Army Reserve during the time you are actively performing your Army Reserve duties. The rest of the time is yours. Generally, Army Reservists will have full-time civilian employment. If you decide to move, the Army Reserve will move with you and assign you to an Army Reserve unit close to your new location.

3. How long do I have to enlist for?

• Your enlistment is contract based.
• Active Duty enlistments can be a 3, 4, 5, or 6 year contract, depending on your job.
• Army Reserve enlistments require a 6 year contract, regardless of job.

4. What training will I have to go to? How long will training be?

• For both Active Duty and Army Reserve, you must attend and complete Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training.
• Basic Training is 9 weeks, 4 days (about 10 weeks) in length.
• Advanced Individual Training will vary in length depending on the job you enlisted for. Some jobs require 2 months of training, some may require over a year.
• Training is part of your enlistment contract. For example, if you enlist for a 6 year contract and your training takes 1 year total, you will have 5 years remaining after training.

5. What is my salary?

• A military pay chart is available for your review at https://www.dfas.mil/MilitaryMembers/payentitlements/Pay-Tables/

Active Duty:

• Your base pay is determined by your rank and time in service.
• You may receive additional pay for housing and meals, if qualified.
• You may receive additional special pay, if qualified.
• While the base pay may seem low to some, keep in mind that housing, meals, and medical coverage are provided. Take into consideration a comparable civilian salary minus rent, food, medical insurance, and other benefits.

Army Reserve:

• Your base pay is determined by your rank and time in service.
• You are only paid by the Army Reserve during the time you are performing your official Army Reserve duties.

6. Can I change my job before my contract ends?
Yes, the U.S. Army is actually more flexible than most people think. However you must meet the qualifications for the new job, the new job must not already be over-strength, and you may also need to perform your original job for at least one assignment.

7. Can I switch between Active Duty and Army Reserve?

• You are not able to transfer from Active Duty to Army Reserve.
• You can transfer from Army Reserve to Active Duty with an approved release from your Army Reserve unit.

8. How long will the enlistment application process take?
Processing time will vary from person to person. Your application must be reviewed at multiple levels and by multiple agencies. We will process you as fast as we can, however it may take anywhere from one month to over a year, depending on your situation.

9. How does processing work during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Processing will be completed electronically as much as possible. You will eventually have to process in person at several stages of your application. Proactive measures and restrictions are put in place to ensure everyone's safety.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $9,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekends

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)