Inactivate non combat MOS's

SGM Mike Bachini — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 20:35:02 -0500

I have been a transporter for 25 years, in that time ALMOST every unit I have been in has been underfunded, undermissioned and generally disdained. If the Army is not going to utilize MOS's that are not combat arms, why have them? I believe that support MOS's are needed but like to stir the pot sometimes.

Response by SFC James Baber made Jan 15 at 2014 9:24 PM

SFC James Baber — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 21:24:12 -0500

Perfect example, what do cooks do in the Army anymore, they don't man the DFACs, they don't do much while deployed except pull guard duty and become part of the hey you taskers. Since 9/11 92Gs have been the most under utilized MOS that is currently in the realm. They need to be gone or get rid of all the contracted kitchen staff and allow the cooks to do what they are trained for.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 15 at 2014 9:36 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 21:36:33 -0500

I read something an Infantryman wrote years ago about how Infantry should all learn a second MOS so units could be more flexible and utilize infantry better between missions.  

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 15 at 2014 10:19 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 22:19:01 -0500

There are many jobs that cannot be eliminated but then again I think the services are integrating their troops to be versatile.   More than Air Traffic Control,  Weather,  etc.