I have a friend who would like to work as a truck driver contractor in Iraq. Does anyone have info about that?
823053
Here is the link.  You have to apply through KBR on line\n\nMy son applied because a friend of mine is over there now.\n\nhttp://kbrcareers.webrecruiter.com/pls/kbr/maine.d?s=227E0584ACFD5DCCE0440003BA74E87F
313020
The pay for these jobs is much higher than in the states. Call Halliburton, they hire most of the civilians in Iraq.
581224
I'm pretty sure he can pay those drivers as independent contractors and give them a 1099. They would be responsible for all the taxes and what not. That would not be cheating the government. He needs to be honest with the drivers though and let them know he will be giving them a 1099 and they will be responsible for the taxes. Talk to a tax preparer. Jackson Hewitt is 1-800-234-1040 and key in your zip code for nearest office. Good Luck!
1066659
What a great question... I love how it is worded.... you pretty much got what I thought you would in terms of answers though.  \n\nI am in Iraq now as a civilian contractor after my 3rd recall since 9/11.  After my stint in Kuwait I joined the civilian team and am glad I did.\n\nHUMANIST.... I AM HERE AND HAVE BEEN AS MILITARY AND A CIVILIAN, I AM NOT TOO SCARED TO BE HERE AND I BROUGHT MY LAPTOP WITH ME.... NOW SHUT UP OR JOIN THE EFFORT.
1047837
Good Point. One of the Ten Commandments is you shall not lie against your neighbor. How many lies has this guy told? I can think of 3 right off the bat that he's told about Iraq alone, and when he gets found out doesn't have the decency to even apologize to the Americans who hired him for his temp job. And by the way, check your spelling on your next question.
185317
Well hello sister, Your brother is my brother in arms. I was a Machinegunner in the US Marine Corps, and over the past 3 years have done 2 tours of Iraq. I will not tell you lies about the safety of your brother. There are many areas in Bagdad, just like there are many areas of New York. Some are relatively safe, and others are brutally dangerous. I will not lie to you, there are not any Marine infantry units in the "green zone" (the safe area) that I know of. But you should be encouraged though, because your brother has the best support and best comrades of anyone in the military. I mean that. Marine Machinegunners are like no one else in the world. We watch out for each other all the time, and nobody messes with us. Believe me, you should be proud that he has chosen this route. His job will never be safe, but he has better training than any gunners have ever had. I may have gotten to be a part of that training as I worked as a machinegun instuctor for the last year of my time. Machinegunners are tough too, he will live through whatever comes his way. Dont worry sis, just send him some copenhagen-snuff or long cut. shrinkwrap it first so it doesnt go stale. Even if that isnt his brand(probably is though) he can sell stateside cope for 15 dollars a can or whatever other things he wants. Tell him another gunner says GUNZ UP!
560131
The are really looking to recruit folks that speak Arabic so I'm sure they will find a way. You will have to go through a background check etc...but went through basic training with someone from Africa and another from UK.
1149817
Get in contact with a company called toifor (www.toifor.com) or another called KBR. Actually, KBR is part of Halliburton, but you should be able to find both relatively easily. They are both currently recruiting heavily. \n\nIf you are from the States your husband would probably prefer to work with KBR as most of the toifor guys I ran into barely spoke English, though were very cordial. \n\nDon't listen to these jackasses suggesting he's going to die.  He'll be fine with these 2 companies. I've already been there.
299022
I don't think so.  You could call yourself a trucking company and contract with someone that needs stuff hauled, but you'll have to undercut the major companies.  So you'd be better off just signing up with a major company.  Why don't you want to sign up with a major company?
707080
most of the driving is done by locals in "jingle trucks" the rest the military covers. So either join the service or talk to the Kuwaitis people. There is also a company that does like everything maybe ask them there called KBR. I am not really sure about that whole civilian driving off base in a combat zone type thing. Most supplies come on planes or choppers anyhow.
132017
Unfortunately, yes he can. If the unit he is attached to is activated and deployed to Iraq (or anywhere else, for that matter), then he's going to be going with them.\n\nYou didn't mention which branch he belongs to, but for all branches it is basically the same - you go when they tell you to go. Some units have been (re)deployed to Iraq several times now, in a row.\n\nAnd to add a further kick to it, the military has the right to extend any tours in Iraq for up to two years if they feel it is warranted. They're not doing it so much any more, but the chance still exists.
726765
As a contractor currently working in Ramadi Iraq,I can say we do a world of support jobs for the military.\n\nContrary to everyone's biased opinion here we are not the anti Christ the media makes us out to be.Also,I do not work for KBR.\n\nMy job as a HMMWV/generator mechanic allows me to do repairs for theCJSOTF community(Special operations).For the first time in my life I can honestly say I love my job.And,yes,I am well paid.I guess according to all of you I should have been happy on the 130 dollars a week for unemployment I was getting after being laid off for the winter at home.Other contractors do laundry,drive trucks full of supplies,run the base MWR,electrical and plumbing,run helo ports and alot of other jobs.If contractors weren't here doing them,you'd have some pissed off solider doing it.They are here freeing up the military to do other jobs.\n\nI've been on both sides of the fence as have 90% of contractors.I am a former US Marine(98-02).Those still in the military that are jealous of our paychecks apparently don't remember when they took their reenlistment oath no one forced them to reup.If you are a first year military member,shut up and pay your dues.Military service has loads of benefits after you EAS and return to civilian life.Just do your time and get out,then you too can be a contractor.If you all just like bitching about it but aren't going to come here,please shut up.
1144489
Go check out those sites, they often need people in Doha, Qatar\nhttp://acpol.army.mil/employment/index.htm\nhttp://www.usajobs.opm.gov/\nhttp:/www.novagrp.com/
751099
Yes, you can get your job guaranteed in your contract.  But, if you dont pass the training for it, they can re-class you into whatever they need.\n\nDepending on what language, linguists can get stuck in some pretty bad situations. Arabic speakers are needed in Iraq, and they go on patrols and all kinds of nasty jobs because they are needed to talk to the locals.  You could also get stuck working in a prison working with interrogators with all kinds of nasty people.  Or, you could just be stuck at a desk translating papers and recordings all day.
623618
volunteer to go to iraq. they'll hook you up
910862
Yes I have a cousin in the USAF and he is an aircraft mechanic.  And he has been to Iraq.  But unfortunately I didn't get a chance to see him in Balad when I was in Iraq.\n\nJoin the club.
145204
During the Vietnam War there were approximately 6 to 7 people behind the lines for each infantry soldier dodging bullets. Statistically, if you have any type of experience in any line of work, it gives you an edge over someone fresh out of high school.\n\nHere are just some of the jobs away from the front lines:\n \n1) Quartermaster: provides supplies of all types and materials to eveyone else\n\n2) Motorpool: provides vehicles and vehicle maintenence - good area for those with mechanical aptitude.\n\n3) Food service: provides meals to all enlisted and officer personnel in "mess" halls. Often involves working weird shifts, starting around midnight and ending mid morning in some cases, but you're free when everyone else is working.\n\n4) Clerical support: nothing happens unless it is on paper -these guys publish the orders that send others to specific duty posts, maintain rosters and create correspondence. Computer literacy and experience with word processing is helpful here.\n\n5) Personnel / Human Resources - they keep the records on everyone who is on active duty in their immediate area.\n\n6) Engineers - they construct housing and other related buildings that the troops use, as well as build / repair roads. Carpentry / construction trades are good backgrounds for this area. May not be a good job in Iraq due to IEDs.\n\n7) Intelligence - interpreting photos of combat areas to track movement of people and materials. Requires a lot of training and possibly recommendation from your local congressman, if you express a desire to do this. Good grades and a burning desire are helpful.\n\n8) Instruction - you teach others how to do a particular task, but you have to know it inside and out yourself before you go there. \n\n9) Entertainment - believe it or not, there are guys and gals in the military who play musical instruments and perform during special events (parades, speeches, etc).\n\n10) Information Technology - these guys keep the computers running, among other things.\n\n11) Security - Military Police (MPs) are still with us - also prison guards and other related tasks.\n\n12) Transportation - if you have a special license to drive a truck or some other heavy vehicle, that could land you here. Bad news if sent to Iraq - IEDs again.\n\nIf you can think of a job in civilian life, there is probably an equivalent for it in the military.\n\nAlso - foreign languages - if you can speak one or more, you may have an edge. Consider learning a language that the military values highly.\n\nLastly - if you opt to enlist, you will be tested to see what you are good at. The results will tend to steer you in a particular direction. Eventually you will be assigned an "MOS" or Military Occupation Specialty designation. \n\nA word of caution: what the military promises you and what they eventually deliver can be two different things. Many enlisted guys can't wait to get out because they got double crossed. They were promised a desk job or something related but ended up carrying a rifle. \n\nThis is not civilian life, with the option to threaten a lawsuit for breach of contract. What the military assigns you swallow. Remember - if every guy who went into the military got what he wanted, only a handful of guys would be carrying rifles. \n\nKey take away message - bait and switch. The "bait" is a promise of something you want - the switch comes after you're inside and the door closes behind you. You have to fight and fight hard for what you really want. He who fails to plan gets planned upon.