ENLISTED

STRUCTURAL

BUILDING OUR BASES

The buildings and structures on each base are integral to every part of Air Force operations. It’s the job of Structural Specialists to construct and repair any buildings and other structures from the foundation up. These highly trained experts use their varied skill sets and specialized materials, tools and equipment to build anything we need, from improvised emergency disaster relief shelters to locker rooms.

Construct, maintain, plan and repair wooden, masonry and concrete buildings and structures, including concrete footings, foundations, walls, floor slabs, piers and columns
Lay structures according to blueprints, building plans and other directives
Install interior and exterior trim and finishing materials
Repair and install manufactured locking devices
Erect scaffolding and work from ladders and mobile platforms
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations

CAREER TASKS

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

MINIMUM EDUCATION

A High School Senior (age 17 or older)*, High school diploma, a GED, or 15 college semester hours

*High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.
ASVAB SCORE REQUIREMENTS

47 Mechanical (M)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of building maintenance, repair and construction
- Normal color vision
- Freedom from fear of heights
- Possession of a valid state driver’s license to operate government motor vehicles
- Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Must be between the ages of 17 and 39

TRAINING & EDUCATION

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.