What can I expect when reclassifying to 35F?

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 15:13:53 -0500

I'm a former 11B, went recruiting, got out and coming back in on active duty as a 35F at the rank of E-6. Just curious as to what to expect. I'll be at Ft Huachuca and driving down so I'll have a POV there, will I have to park it or will I be able to use it? Will I be in class/formation with IET soldiers? My wife is wanting to bring the kids down to visit while I'm in school, will I be able to see them or is it pretty much lockdown the whole time? Thank you for any feedback.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2020 4:10 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 16:10:47 -0500

You will be able to drive it because you are considered a MOS-T. Fort Huachuca is kinda out in the middle of nowhere. If you have any other questions, I’m here to help

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2020 5:12 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 17:12:40 -0500

I was a MOS-T as a reclass at Ft. Huachuca in 2013. PM or email me and I will let you know how it’ll be for you down there.

To answer your questions in the short term:

Yes you will be in formation, PT, and class with the IET Soldiers. There are certain details/training with that that you’ll be expected to do (CQ/SD, assist with 350-1, etc).

You will not be housed with them. You’ll very likely stay in Riley Barracks (may god have mercy on your soul) which is across base essentially.

Your family will very likely be able to visit you. You’ll either sign them in during visitor hours or you could get a room for the weekend at the IHG (candlewood suites) on base.

P.S. They’ll (DSs and Instructors) brief you but do not associate with the IET soldiers outside of training. You’re there for an MOS, not to chance ending your career (not saying you would but the territory is there and if you don’t - watch out for your fellow MOS-Ts there).

Hope this all helps.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2020 7:27 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 19:27:55 -0500

Sergeant you will be living in the barracks next to alpha co with other MOS-T and come and go whenever after the duty day is over. You will able to use your POV. The AIT soldiers will ask you an insane amount of questions. The drills will leave you alone for the most part( during the field you will be a toc leader). The instructors will have lead your ten person “pod”. I would suggest reading adp 2.0 and atp 2-01.3(both are can be found online in pdf). There’s a red smart book called battle staff at clothing and sales that is helpfully. Except for Pt, you won’t be in formation( you drive your self to the schoolhouse). I hope that helps sergeant

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2020 9:09 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 21:09:06 -0500

Former 12B reclassed to 35F back in 2012. Brought my family with me and lived off base. Feel free to PM me. I'm an instructor at the NCO Academy here at Huachuca as well.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2020 1:07 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 22 Jan 2020 01:07:08 -0500

MOS-T’s live the life all the IET soldiers wish they could live

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2020 5:10 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 22 Jan 2020 05:10:32 -0500

I sent you a connection request. I'll be headed to Huachuca shortly to start instructing at AIT. Feel free to send additional questions and I'll reach out to my sponsor and people I know currently instructing at the 35F AIT companies. If they don't have an answer, I'll try to find out once I arrive.
V/R
SSG Mullet

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2020 4:32 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 22 Jan 2020 16:32:57 -0500

I’ll be following this thread closely as I am on a very similar path. Thanks!

Response by SSG Ryisheed Wilson made Jan 22 at 2020 10:29 PM

SSG Ryisheed Wilson — Wed, 22 Jan 2020 22:29:00 -0500

As a permanent party soldier, you can attend as you would any other course. You may have to stand in a company formation for accountability but not in the IET class formation. Like others have stated, don’t mess with the fresh meat... it will not end well for you..

Response by SPC Devin Young made Feb 11 at 2020 7:06 PM

SPC Devin Young — Tue, 11 Feb 2020 19:06:53 -0500

Question... I finally got a seat (prior service), I’ll be MOS-Q (I think) but will I have to government travel from MEPS or can I drive myself there?