Overview
Be the first line of defense against weapons of mass destruction. You will be responsible for defending a nation against the biggest and most powerful threats that exist. You will be trained and trusted to handle defense measures, response operations, detection equipment and decontamination equipment.
Job duties
- Maintain Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) equipment
- Conduct CBRN reconnaissance and surveillance
- Operate decontamination equipment in the event of a disaster
- Camouflage recon and surveillance equipment
Training
To become a CBRN specialist, you will train for 10 weeks at Basic Training, where you will learn basic soldiering skills. After that, there are 10 weeks of Advanced Individual Training and on-the-job instruction. You will split this time between the classroom and the field. Some of the skills you'll learn are: Operation of CBRN decontamination, defense, detection and monitoring equipment Preparation for CBRN defense actions/procedures Use of CBRN protective equipment Hazardous materials certification (at the awareness level) Exposure to toxic agents while wearing CBRN protective equipment
Required ASVAB score
Skilled Technical (ST): 91
Helpful skills
- Effective communication skills
- Interest in algebra, chemistry, physics, geometry and trigonometry
- Ability to plan and organize
- Ability to work efficiently and calmly under high stress
Civilian career relevance
The technical and leadership experience developed in this role may support related civilian career pathways.
Recruiter verification required. North Dakota availability, qualifications, training length, incentives and service terms can change.
Source: Army National Guard career record · Updated 2019-05-02