PARARESCUE APPRENTICEA pararescueman is a rescue and recovery specialist supporting Air Force and special operations combat search and rescue/personnel recovery. The pararescueman's job is to save lives He is a precision parachutist capable of penetrating hostile areas to aid survivors. He can parachute fully scuba-equipped, giving him a unique rescue capability. His parachuting skills include providing specialized aerospace rescue and recovery support for NASA's Space Shuttle flights. He is certified as a scuba diver and skilled in surface water operations using both scuba and amphibious procedures. He is trained as a combat medic with certification to the Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (EMT P). With his in-depth knowledge of emergency medical treatment, he can perform emergency medical procedures in the field to correct life-threatening conditions. Training in survival methods enables the pararescueman to provide for the survival of others, including escape and evasion in hostile areas. The pararescueman is an expert with maps and compasses, capable of overland travel in any environment. He will develop skills in mountain and Arctic regions.Day-to-day duties are primarily devoted to training and maintenance of equipment. The pararescueman is normally required to be on alert status for 24 hours at a time, with the frequency dictated by the number of men assigned to the unit. Pararescue is a very physically, mentally and technically demanding job, one of the best and most prestigious the Air Force has to offer. For training that transfers exceptionally well to the civilian market, an adventurous mission and an exciting lifestyle, this job is it.Only males are eligible for this position.Benefits include:- Education assistance- Specialized Pararescue training- 30-days of vacation with pay each year, starting with your first year- Comprehensive medical and dental care for you, your spouse and children- Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K)- Low-cost life insurance- Tax-free housing and food allowances- Opportunity for regular promotions based on skills, abilities, time in service and time in grade- Excellent retirement program after 20 years of continuous serviceAll Air Force careers fields are based on qualifications and job availability.Do you want to learn more about this job? Please click "Apply" to request an info pack.
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