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Military Construction Specialists
Median Salary
73,335
Workforce Count
67,019
Overview
What are the responsibilities of this role?
Construction specialists perform and manage the construction of buildings, bridges, foundations, utility systems, dams, and bunkers. They manage, construct, repair, and modify structural systems and wooden, masonry, metal, and concrete buildings. They also oversee bridge building, rafting, and river crossing operations to coordinate the building of structures during combat. Construction specialists must have a working knowledge of carpentry and masonry.
What is the work environment like?
Construction specialists work indoors and outdoors on construction sites.
How many people have this role in the Military?
67,019
Compensation
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Base pay is the standard income you’ll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Always fixed based on rank and service time.
- Distributed monthly.
What is the typical salary range?
Salary by Years of Service
$116,030
2 Years
$73,255
6 Years
$116,030
10+ Years
Median Salary
Military Details
What Service Branches offer this role?
Is this a staff or leadership role?
Enlisted service members execute vital tasks, support operations alongside officers and develop role-specific skills to achieve mission success.
Learn More About Enlisted and Officer PathsWhat does the training for this role entail?
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Job training for construction specialists consists of classroom and on-the-job instruction, including practice with carpentry and masonry tools. Training content varies depending on specialty, and may include:
- Basic construction methods and engineering principles
- Construction of wire obstacles
- Types and uses of construction joints and braces
- Use of hand and power tools
- How to mix and set concrete, mortar, and plaster
- Principles and procedures for the safe use of explosives
- Bridge design and construction
- Road maintenance and repair
Education
What level of education do professionals in this role have?
Which college majors best prepare you for this role?
- Construction Trades, General
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What knowledge is essential to bring to the table?
- Building and Construction
- Mechanical
- Public Safety and Security
- Customer and Personal Service
- Education and Training
What personality traits help people thrive in this role?
Realistic
You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.
Conventional
You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.
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