U.S. Marine Corps
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Productive Workplace
Warehouse Clerk (Former Employee), Camp Lejeune, NC –
Pros: job security, well structured
Cons: deployments
I learned how to receive and count stock items, and record data manually or using computer. Pack and unpack items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms, warehouses, or storage yards. Verify inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock, and investigate discrepancies or adjust errors. Store items in an orderly and accessible manner – more...  in warehouses, tool rooms, supply rooms, or other areas. Mark stock items using identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools, or other labeling equipment. Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas in order to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Determine proper storage methods, identification, and stock location based on turnover, environmental factors, and physical capabilities of facilities. Keep records on the use and/or damage of stock or stock handling equipment. Examine and inspect stock items for wear or defects, reporting any damage to supervisors. Provide assistance or direction to other stockroom, warehouse, or storage yard workers. The co-workers were some of the best people I coiuld have worked with. They were more of a family than co-workers.The hardest part of the job was deploying. – less
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Demanding and life changing
Battalion Training and Schools NCOIC (Current Employee), Camp Lejeune, North Carolina –
Pros: travel, benifits, pride, pay
Cons: time away from family
The job never ends and you are always on call. there are a lot of opportunities to take advantage of to better yourself and to influence others. There is a sense of pride you will always carry with you. The job is extremely demanding and there are always moments where you work long hours. I would recommend this career to almost everyone.
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It was a excellent experience and life changing.
Infintary (Former Employee), Kāne‘ohe Bay, HI –
Pros: good pay, health care, free housing
Cons: deployed, high stress
I loved what I did in the Marines. I enjoyed everyone in my unit.
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I was able to learn about integrity and work ethic while serving my country.
Maintenance Management Clerk (Former Employee), Battle Creek, Mi –
Pros: learned values and life lessons
Cons: my life was at stake
My experience in the Marine Corps involved many different types of days. I did clerical and management work for the electricians and water purifiers. I also served in Iraq for 6.5 months. I learned about integrity, work ethic and team work. I learned the importance of family. I now appreciate them a lot more. I also appreciate the freedoms that we as – more...  Americans all too often take for granted. My co workers were fine. The hardest part of my job with the Marines was having to deal with serving in a combat zone. The most enjoyable part was experiencing the bond that comes with working with other service men and women. – less
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Greatest moments of my life!
Platoon Sergeant (Former Employee), Miami, FL –
Pros: you get what you put into it.
Cons: work/life balance.
Its the Marine Corps. The worlds strongest fighting force. The tip of the spear.
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Demanding but rewarding
Officer Candidate (Former Employee), Quantico, VA –
High physical and mental standards are expected and leadership by example is a must. You work hard, but the camaraderie, sense of belonging, knowledge, and military experience you gain is definitely worth it.
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Served with the 1st Marine Division of the 3rd Amphibious Assault Vehicle Battalion in Camp Pendleton-Oceanside, California.
Head NCO HQ Assets and Support Unit (Former Employee), Oceanside, CA –
Served four years honorably in the United States Marine Corps as an asset and support extension of the Marine Corps Amphibious Assault Vehicle Battalion.
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Right time for me
Landing Support Specialist (Former Employee), Camp Lejuene, NC –
Not everyone is made to be a Marine but it was there for me after high school It gave me the opportunity to mature and get money for college.
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Semper Fidelis
Sergeant (Former Employee), Oceanside, CA –
Pros: serving my country
Cons: away from home a lot.
The greatest experience of my life. Challenging yet rewarding. Gives you an unbelievable since of pride. The work experiences gained are useful in every facet of one's life.
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Its the Marine Corps
Corporal of Marines (Current Employee), Las Vegas, NV –
Many people dont use common judgement/sense but its a fantastic job/career if you are accepted.
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Culture to Serve
Risk Reduction Program Assistant (Former Employee), JPF –
Analysis of program goals. Learned effective outreach for the military service.
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Tough, but rewarding
Administration Clerk/Operations Manager (Former Employee), Jacksonville, NC –
work 24/7
tough
rewarding
learn a lot new different skills
make's you a man
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i would do it all over again
Unit Level Circuit Switch Operator/Maintainer (Former Employee), Okinawa –
Pros: training, travel, people, places you get to see
the training and people are incomparable...i'm still good friends with alot of people from the Corps, lifelong friendships are priceless
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Great Organization
Supply / Admin. Operations Chief (Former Employee), Beaufort, SC –
Pros: a great opportunity with benefits
Cons: deployments
There are early mornings and late days, but the skills you learn are remarkable. They teach you hands on leadership and you work closely with your supervisors. The greatest part of this job is traveling and meeting new people. The hardest part is over coming your fears cause they will be tested.
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Very challenging and ever changing atmosphere
Intelligence Chief (Current Employee), Camp Pendleton, CA –
Pros: mentoring of personnel
Cons: weather in certain deployed areas
The very challenging and ever changing atmosphere allowed you to work quickly, focused and to maintain flexibility. The deployments allowed time to Learn different manners of management and allowed time to learn about your co-workers. The hardest part was missing certain holidays and the most enjoyable part was meeting new people and new cultures.
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Work ethic and team is stressed.
Data Network Chief (Former Employee), New Orleans, LA –
Pros: paid vacation and education are highly encouraged.
The Marine Corps has taught me a lot of great things to use on the civilian side. Team work really is stressed throughtout the career as a Marine.
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USMC
Marksmanship instructor (Former Employee), Washinton DC –
Pros: great opportunity.
Cons: no area for upper mobility
Great place to start and build on team work. Great disipline. Part of 8th an I Barracks.
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Great people and a great time in my life.
Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Defense (Former Employee), Camp Pendleton, CA –
Pros: great people, great benifits
Cons: i had to maintain a very high level of fitness
A typical day starts with a great workout, and then I would head over to the warehouse. My job responsibilities included checking marines into the battalion, maintaining field protective masks, training marines to survive in a hazardous environment, live teargas training in a gas chamber.
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Ship to Shore
Team leader/Section leader Machine Gun Section (Former Employee), Kaneohe Bay Marine Corps Base, HI –
The Marines will teach you a code of ethics that will never leave you. You will become part of the largest family in the world and be recognized by current and past Marines once you leave.
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No typical day
Platoon Sgt (Former Employee), Camp Lejeune, NC –
Pros: pride
Cons: leaving for long periods of time
The Marine Corps is a great place for a person to find out who they really are. I learned a lot about myself here. The management was top notch and accountability was paramount.
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