Be the first responder when a squad, section, or platoon tackles rough terrain in combat situations. As a Bridge Crewmember in the Army National Guard, your main responsibility will be to provide bridge and rafting support for dry and wet gap crossing operations. Other duties may include operating bridge truck and light vehicles, preparing bridge sites, assisting in rafting operations, and the assembly of military bridges.Job Duties --- Assembly and maintenance of military fixed and float bridgesSome of the Skills You'll Learn --- Road maintenance and repair --- Rough carpentry and rigging --- Use of hand and power toolsHelpful Skills --- Ability to use hand and power tools --- Perform strenuous physical activities over long periods of time --- Interest in construction and engineering --- Enjoy working outdoors Through your training, you will develop skills in bridge construction and engineering, which will prepare you for a civilian career in the construction field.Earn While You Learn Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance. Job training for Bridge Crewmembers consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Your on-the-job training primarily consists of hands-on work in a variety of construction projects.
