Supply Specialist - U.S. Army
Newport, KY 41071
About the Job
The Army Virtual Recruiting Team of Columbus Ohio is currently looking to hire Active Duty and Reserve Soldiers.
- You must enlist in the United States Army to obtain this position.
- You must be between the ages of 17-34.
- You must have a GED or High School Diploma.
- You must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Cardholder.
- Must meet Army Height and weight standards
Overview
The unit supply specialist is primarily responsible for supervising or performing tasks involving the general upkeep and maintenance of all Army supplies and equipment.
Job Duties:
- Receive, inspect, inventory, load/unload, store, issue and deliver supplies and equipment
- Maintain automated supply system for accounting of organizational and installation supplies and equipment
- Issue and receive small arms. Secure and control weapons and ammunition in security areas
- Schedule and perform preventive and organizational maintenance on weapons
- Operate unit level computers
Training
Job training for a unit supply specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and eight weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field, including practice in handling and storing stock.
Some of the skills you’ll learn are:
- Procedures for shipping, receiving, storing and issuing stock
- Stock control and accounting procedures
- Procedures for handling medical and food supplies
- Movement, storage and maintenance of ammunition
Helpful Skills:
- Interest in mathematics, bookkeeping, accounting, business administration and/or typing
- Ability to keep accurate records
- Enjoy physical work
- Interest in operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment
About U.S. Army:
Army Recruiting Ohio is a small portion of a larger whole. The regular Army, Army Reserve Ohio, Army Reserve Kentucky, and Army Reserve West Virginia are important components of the total Army Structure. Regular Army, Active Duty Soldiers serve full-time, while Army Reservists fill critical roles right here at home. We are always searching for potential candidates all over Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia to build a diverse range of individual Soldiers, each with his or her own expertise. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/armyrecruitingohioInstagram: @armyrecruitingohioTwitter: @GoArmyOhio
Source : U.S. Army