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Thank you for your interest in the Coast Guard or Coast Guard Reserve. The U.S. Coast Guard is one of the five armed forces of the United States and the only Military organization within the Department of Homeland Security. Since 1790 the Coast Guard has safeguarded our nation’s maritime interests and environment around the world.
Our Qualification criteria are similar to other military branches and a Coast Guard recruiter can assist you in completing a variety of forms to validate your eligibility. Some basic Qualification Criteria for joining is:
-Must be a U.S. citizen or a resident alien
-Be between the ages of 17-31 (if no prior military service) or 17-40 For reserves
-Have a high school diploma (or equivalent)
-Pass the Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) with a minimum score of 36
-Meet height/weight standards
-Pass a military entrance medical exam
-Pass a background check
-pass a credit check
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SKs procure, store, preserve, and package supplies, spare parts, provisions, technical items, and all other necessary supplies and services. They also keep inventories, prepare requisitions, and check incoming supplies. Storekeepers handle all logistical functions and are experts in the Coast Guard accounting system, preparing financial accounts and reports. They utilize all types of office equipment and use computers extensively. They also operate all types of material handling equipment, including forklifts.
Types of Duty:
SKs are stationed throughout the Coast Guard in all types of shore units, including sectors, bases, air stations, law enforcement teams, district offices and headquarters units. They also serve at sea on most large cutters, including ice-breakers and the new security cutters. SKs have opportunities for independent-duty assignments on buoy tenders and search and rescue stations.
Training Available:
SK 'A' school is an eight-week, performance-based course. Students perform actual SK tasks, with practical exercises in:
Qualifications:
Computer skills, organizational skills, and an aptitude for practical mathematics are desired. Inventory and customer-service experience is a plus, although not required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $3,406.00 - $4,395.00 per month
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