As many companies are downsizing and laying off workers, the United States Navy continues to build its forces. The Navy is looking for men and women to become sailors. In exchange for your commitment, you’ll receive a steady paycheck, medical benefits for your entire family, a retirement plan you can count on and many other Navy benefits.

If you’re a welder, or if you’re interested in learning more about welding, there are many different career routes for you in the Navy. In fact, the Navy has more jobs for welders than any corporation in the whole world. To keep such a massive fleet afloat takes expertise. The United States Navy will help you gain that expertise with specialized training… all while you collect a paycheck. If you’re mechanically inclined and have an interest in serving your country, a welding career in the Navy could be just what you’re looking for. Not only will you get training in a high-demand career field, but you’ll also be physically and financially fit.

A Sailor And More

Every sailor begins with the same intensive Boot Camp experience. Here, you’ll strengthen your body and your mind while working on team building and basic combat training. After you successfully complete boot camp, you’ll go on to your specialized school where you’ll learn the ins and outs of your specific career. While your initial training is extensive, it will continue as you grow in your Navy career. You’ll get on-the-job training and continue to attend classes to keep your skills sharp and to be sure you are current in your chosen field.

You may think of the Navy and dismiss a career at sea, but there’s much more to the Navy than ships. Sure, they are a key component to the service, but there are many other jobs in the Navy— many on land. As a Navy welder, you may find yourself anywhere in the world doing jobs you’ve never even considered—and it’s that experience, along with your first-class training and your Navy background that will make you an asset to any private sector corporation when your military service concludes.

Welding Around The World

When you join the Navy, you know that travel and adventure are part of the package. As a sailor, you may serve your first term welding aircraft in Morocco while your next duty station may be on Oahu working in nuclear propulsion. The Navy may count on you to maintain anti-terrorism weapons or you could be part of a critical team that manages shipboard engineering. A Navy career is never stale or dull.

As your Navy career develops, you’ll have the opportunity to be in management and supervisory positions or you may decide you’d like to try officer training. You’ll get the chance to explore different aspects of welding and find your niche. Is it trouble shooting that you find satisfying? Perhaps you like fabrication. Are you intrigued by nuclear submarines or impressed by fighter jets? The Navy offers you a world of opportunities and the chance to explore your talents while you explore the world.

The World Community Wants Your Skills

As a welder in the United States Navy, you’ll get a skill set that is not only transferable to the private sector but is also in high demand. Careers like off shore drilling, shipping and transportation are ideal for men and women completing military service.

As a sailor, you’ll come to realize it’s about more than just expertise. It’s about the experience. The camaraderie in the Navy is strong and you’ll become part of this community. Men and women of the U.S. Navy have job security and benefits for themselves and their families. Housing, medical coverage and a retirement plan are all part of Navy life, along with a safe community and excellent DOD schools. As a sailor, you’ll have the opportunity to continue your education and you’ll have privileges for base shopping and recreational activities. You may also receive a signing bonus when you join the Navy—and if and when you reenlist.

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