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Whats a day In your life look like do you have free time and etc.?

My name is Geovan. I’m in 11th grade and starting to think about my future.

I’m interested in hands-on careers like construction and HVAC, and I’m also considering joining the United States Army or United States Navy.

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Eric E.’s Answer

Hello Geovan, retired US Navy Veteran here. Naturally, I highly recommend that you consider joining the Navy. While they offer a range of benefits, the greatest advantage to you, is that they offer you experience and education in your career field, should you choose to work in construction/ HVAC. I highly recommend speaking with a Navy Recruiter in your area, with a parent (if you can) and ask about the Navy’s Seabees specifically. Good luck to you, but feel free to ask questions if you have any more.



Respectfully,
Eric E. Hopkins, MHA
HM2(FMF), USN (Retired)
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Liam’s Answer

Hey Geovan! I did not serve but a lot of my coworkers have served in the Navy and have gotten excellent technical schooling there. I have seen what someone coming fresh out of the Navy brings to the civilian work environment and it is impressive! My coworkers have specialties like diesel, electronics systems, HVAC, and nuclear power from Navy schools. As someone who learned from a trade school, I saw these skills as a key advantage. Awareness of systems and management - I can't compete with their administrative skills in combination with their technical knowledge. Hands on equipment - they are often deployed as one of a few on a team to maintain a ship, sub, or facility giving them hours of hands on equipment. Work experience/ clearances - going from a civilian to a cleared worker is often harder, cleared jobs are desired because they pay more and require more trust.
My advantages from trade school were exposure to construction and business, we were building Navy facilities. Exposure to customers and interacting with customers as they watched their building going up. Creating networking and structure for myself as there is no rigid system to place me on jobs or doing tasks. Getting laid off is a considerably less of a deal than being discharged. Getting an education and certification is much more self defined as well. Again, this is just the observation I had assuming you would learn in the Navy and then work as a civilian after you serve.
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Ariane’s Answer

Being a Navy veteran was a truly rewarding experience. Starting with basic training in Chicago, I learned all about Navy life, from what to wear to how to manage my daily routine. This training set the foundation for everything that followed. Afterward, I received advanced training for my chosen role, which was both challenging and exciting. In the military, you are provided with housing, meals, and healthcare, and your colleagues become like family. It's a unique career that offers lifelong income, healthcare after retirement, educational opportunities, and the freedom to shape your future just the way you envision it!
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