How to hire a 12b combat engineer

How to hire a 12b combat engineer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step 12b combat engineer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a 12b combat engineer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new 12b combat engineer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the 12b combat engineer you need to hire. Certain 12b combat engineer roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   Hiring the perfect 12b combat engineer also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   The following list breaks down different types of 12b combat engineers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of 12B Combat Engineer	Description	Hourly rate
   12B Combat Engineer		$12-57
   All Source Intelligence Technician	An all-source intelligence technician is someone who specializes in surveillance equipment meant for gathering intelligence. This type of intelligence gathering system is usually found in military installations or companies that require strict securities such as banks, top-level corporation headquarters, and the likes... Show more	$13-65
   Intelligence	Intelligence is responsible for providing information that is difficult to find. That may be an opportunity, potential threat, proposed policy option, or personal information regarding a government or foreign official... Show more	$23-81

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • MOS
   • AIT
   • Demolition
   • Rough Terrain
   • Vehicle Maintenance
   • General Engineering
   • Explosive Devices
   • Technical Guidance
   • Communications Equipment
   • Ribbon
   • US Army
   • Training Programs
   • Construction Operations
   • Advanced Individual Training

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead a team that conduct a space-by-space material assessment of USS SAN ANTONIO.
   • Deal with explosives, TNT, C4.
   • State of emergency duty ribbon for helping with flooding.
   • Job entitles igniting C4 claymores TNT IED nd complex obstacle breaching
   • Exploit imagery and report on developments and production of USSR SRF missile and space production facilities.
   • Perform basic demolition, mine warfare, and combat construction/deconstruction operations.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your 12b combat engineer job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A 12b combat engineer salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, 12b combat engineers' average salary in montana is 56% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level 12b combat engineers earn 79% less than senior-level 12b combat engineers.
   • Certifications. A 12b combat engineer with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a 12b combat engineer's salary.

   Average 12b combat engineer salary

   $55,647yearly

   $26.75 hourly rate

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   Entry-level 12b combat engineer salary

   $25,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing a 12b combat engineer job description

   A good 12b combat engineer job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a 12b combat engineer job description:

   12b combat engineer job description example

   Combat Engineers are essential to mission success by assisting their fellow Soldiers in tackling unpredictable environments. As a member of an Army National Guard Combat Engineer team, you'll design and build bridges, roadways, secure perimeters, and tactical firing systems, as well as detect and safely neutralize mines and other dangers to safeguard your team and repel the enemy.
   Construct fighting positions, fixed/floating bridges, obstacles, and defensive positions
   Place and detonate explosives
   Conduct operations that include route clearance of obstacles and rivers
   
   Some of the Skills You'll Learn
   Basic demolitions
   Basic explosive hazards
   Constructing wire obstacles
   Fixed bridge building
   Basic urban operations
   Operating heavy equipment
   
   Helpful Skills
   Ability to use hand and power tools
   Ability to perform strenuous physical activities over long periods of time
   Interest in engineering
   Enjoy working outdoors
   
   Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career in construction, building inspection, and building engineering.
   
   Earn While You Learn
   Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.
   
   Job training requires 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT). Your on-the-job training primarily consists of hands-on work in a variety of construction projects.
   
   Benefits/Requirements
   
   Benefits
   Paid training A monthly paycheck Montgomery GI Bill Federal and State tuition assistance Retirement benefits for part-time service Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage) 401(k)-type savings plan Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans) Health care benefits available VA home loans Bonuses, if applicable Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change
   Requirements Military enlistment in the Army National Guard Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)
   
   Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.
   
   Other Job Information
   
   Job Category: Ground Forces
   Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 demolitions explosives paving department of transportation trade skilled trades

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5. Post your job

   To find the right 12b combat engineer for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with 12b combat engineers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit 12b combat engineers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

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6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting 12b combat engineers requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new 12b combat engineer

   Once you've decided on a perfect 12b combat engineer candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new 12b combat engineer. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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