Information On LOGCAP IV, Dyncorp, KBR, Fluor ect.

Heike Morales in Germany said: TAKE IT!!!! very good company.

I'd have to agree...KBR is winding down and we are planning another RIF here in Dec/Jan...look out for yourself

info said in Fort Worth, Texas said: I'd have to agree...KBR is winding down and we are planning another RIF here in Dec/Jan...look out for yourself

Info! Hooler at me so we can put a face with a name! I am at KAF 2nd floor upstairs! nest to TLS, Hazmat and Fire.

I will be here until Saturday!

Later!

Donald Bassetti in Albany, Oregon said: Info! Hooler at me so we can put a face with a name! I am at KAF 2nd floor upstairs! nest to TLS, Hazmat and Fire.

I will be here until Saturday!

Later!

Sounds good but I'm currently at HEM; I should be coming back through on Sunday and then up to Eggers back to Baghdad

info said in Fort Worth, Texas said: Sounds good but I'm currently at HEM; I should be coming back through on Sunday and then up to Eggers back to Baghdad

Hey Donald...I've got a layover at the terminal...come on over if you can; I'll know who you are when you get here, I've only got an hour or two...

I have heard many different things so I want to get this right. You can take laptops to B-sites just not cameras and cell phones. I have also heard that you must have a U.S passport (which I have).

Operator Local37 in Halethrope, Maryland said: I have heard many different things so I want to get this right. You can take laptops to B-sites just not cameras and cell phones. I have also heard that you must have a U.S passport (which I have).

You can't use cell phones or cameras at what's left of the B Site(s). Your question is more for TCNS who are prohbited from any electronic media type devices. It's the same at Anaconda for TCNS (FNs). As a U.S citzen contractor, you should be able to bring them but not use them but why take the chance. Laptops no problem

You can't use cell phones or cameras at what's left of the B Site(s). Your question is more for TCNS who are prohbited from any electronic media type devices. It's the same at Anaconda for TCNS (FNs). As a U.S citzen contractor, you should be able to bring them but not use them but why take the chance. Laptops no problem

I've applied for several LOGCAP laborer positions and haven't heard anything. How hard is it to land a laborer position?

Normally, it is fairly easier as essentially it is a escort type of job in the supervisor sense. Not to insult you or other laborers but, it is probably the most applied for job because the qualifications are to be able to do TCN payroll (time sheets) and ensure work schedules are put out…physical requirements – to stand on your feet or sit in a chair for long periods of time. I would say, there are hundreds applying for the laborer jobs so unless you have something extraordinaire or really that stands out on your resume it's kind of a waiting game...Best of luck to you, though!

Hi, I am interested in working overseas Iraq etc. I have submitted numerous applications to KBR and have heard nothing so far. I have owned my own Construction company for 20 plus years and I am experienced in heavy equipment operations to bobcats, mini excavators and backhoes. How do I get a recruiter that I have been reading alot about or any information to help obtaina job overseas.

Thanks for any and all help.
Richard

sorry you can contact me at richghi@gmail.com or here on the forum.

Thanks again

Thanks for a chance to ask a question: I’m an experienced contruction worker with many certifications, but also have a marijuana possession and a domestic violence conviction about 5 years ago from California, so I’m not allowed to possess an firearm. I'm interested in using your help for my resume. But, would a LOGCAP job require security clearance that I couldn’t qualify for?

I doubt you will get over with that domestic violence conviction, especially since it is less than 7 years ago...can you get a passport?

bebcv1 in Castro Valley, California said: Thanks for a chance to ask a question: I’m an experienced contruction worker with many certifications, but also have a marijuana possession and a domestic violence conviction about 5 years ago from California, so I’m not allowed to possess an firearm. I'm interested in using your help for my resume. But, would a LOGCAP job require security clearance that I couldn’t qualify for?

There is no way...7 years

info said in Fort Worth, Texas said: Dude, are you still in Iraq? If not, are you wanting to go to Afghan?

Yeah, who dis? Heading to Iraq soon, but I think Afganistan has better job security.

Hello everyone. I just made an account to this forum after I stumbled upon the many helpful resources and information provided. I have some concerns that I have been wanting to post.
Recently I was offered a position as a postal worker in Afghanistan by a contractor based in North Carolina. I have completed all of the information they requested from me (SF85P, fingerprints, dental appointment, etc.), and I just recieved an email stating that the SF85 has been sent to OPM for investigation. Sounds good, right?
While in the employment process, I have began to feel uneasy about the pay this contractor is offering me. They pay $40,000 plus $15,000 bonus at the end of a one year contract. That's a hell of a lot more money than I'm making now, but from what others have posted base pay( I'll be working on base) has decreased for many contractors. I have also read on here that for my first contract that is decent, being that it is for only for one year. Even still, others have mentioned that I ask them about uplift pay in Aghanistan.
My intuition tells me to go with it, as I am eager to get my foot in the door, work for that one year, then use my Afghanistan experience and updated resume to look for a contractor that is willing to pay more. I should also add that I am young, single, with no children, so I see that as another reason to give it a try. If anyone can give me any or info about postal work in Afghanistan and the pay I have been offered, It would grateful.

Seems like you will be the lowest paid american contract worker in afghanistan
btw the offer is so bad they will probably cheat you out of the eoc money too
Just my thoughts

Indirectfire in Orange Park, Florida said: Seems like you will be the lowest paid american contract worker in afghanistan
btw the offer is so bad they will probably cheat you out of the eoc money too
Just my thoughts

I appreciate your honesty, but can you be more thorough on why they are "cheating" me out of what I should be earning? Please give me more detailed info, as it is much appreciated!

players in Atlanta, Georgia said: I appreciate your honesty, but can you be more thorough on why they are "cheating" me out of what I should be earning? Please give me more detailed info, as it is much appreciated!

I have to disagree with the above comment. Let me give you an example..a U.S Security person working for a Security company is being paid 65K...this is an armed position and with a clearance. For another company a TCN Escort is being paid 40k (both jobs with uplift and hazard); This is just a start. Now it is true there are other Logcap contracts which still have decent salaries especially for postal. I now one person who is a postal clerk making about 85-90k a year )small contract for the Embassy) so it is probably true (with uplifts) what they are offering you. Contract money is going down big time. Can I ask, are you going to work for Worldwide Languages or AECOM?. If you are single, you might want to take it to get over to Afghan or Iraq but don't necessarily fret on the money. For example, KBR was paying their postal people about 85-105k depending on the position but do you want to wait to get the call? Just my opinion, depending on the company and your background, I think your right and should go for it. If you need more info just ask.

Contract Worker in Nashville, Tennessee said: I have to disagree with the above comment. Let me give you an example..a U.S Security person working for a Security company is being paid 65K...this is an armed position and with a clearance. For another company a TCN Escort is being paid 40k (both jobs with uplift and hazard); This is just a start. Now it is true there are other Logcap contracts which still have decent salaries especially for postal. I now one person who is a postal clerk making about 85-90k a year )small contract for the Embassy) so it is probably true (with uplifts) what they are offering you. Contract money is going down big time. Can I ask, are you going to work for Worldwide Languages or AECOM?. If you are single, you might want to take it to get over to Afghan or Iraq but don't necessarily fret on the money. For example, KBR was paying their postal people about 85-105k depending on the position but do you want to wait to get the call? Just my opinion, depending on the company and your background, I think your right and should go for it. If you need more info just ask.

It is with Worldwide, and judging from the speed of my employment process, they must really be in need of people in Afghan. Do you know anyone who has done such work with Worldwide or AECOM? Also, you list my background as a deciding factor in regards to my employment with either. If you are talking about my contract experience, I can tell you now that this will be my first time working for a contractor. From what I have been told, it is mostly warehouse-type duties, which isn't a problem because I currently work in a warehouse where I am on my feet all day for the most part. I should also add that the money I earn from working overseas will be used to assist me later as I plan on going back to college.

players in Atlanta, Georgia said: It is with Worldwide, and judging from the speed of my employment process, they must really be in need of people in Afghan. Do you know anyone who has done such work with Worldwide or AECOM? Also, you list my background as a deciding factor in regards to my employment with either. If you are talking about my contract experience, I can tell you now that this will be my first time working for a contractor. From what I have been told, it is mostly warehouse-type duties, which isn't a problem because I currently work in a warehouse where I am on my feet all day for the most part. I should also add that the money I earn from working overseas will be used to assist me later as I plan on going back to college.

I haven't heard anything great about Worldwide and we had a guy who almost came over from there to us but I haven't anything terrible about them either. I've talked to people who worked AECOM in Afghan and they hated it...most of them were former KBR and wanted to leave. Since, you are somewhat new to this game and without any contracting experience under your belt as of yet, I would definitely do it. I'm not sugarcoating anything by telling you this is the job of all jobs but you'll get some more experience under your belt, some more money for doing what your already doing so why not go for it. After all, once you have your bearings and understand the contracting game a little more you can start networking and applying for other things if it so fits your needs. Just my opinion, but it sounds like you've done your homework and are making an "acceptable risk" move...

Contract Worker in Nashville, Tennessee said: I haven't heard anything great about Worldwide and we had a guy who almost came over from there to us but I haven't anything terrible about them either. I've talked to people who worked AECOM in Afghan and they hated it...most of them were former KBR and wanted to leave. Since, you are somewhat new to this game and without any contracting experience under your belt as of yet, I would definitely do it. I'm not sugarcoating anything by telling you this is the job of all jobs but you'll get some more experience under your belt, some more money for doing what your already doing so why not go for it. After all, once you have your bearings and understand the contracting game a little more you can start networking and applying for other things if it so fits your needs. Just my opinion, but it sounds like you've done your homework and are making an "acceptable risk" move...

Thank you very much for replying and for the great advice. And yes I am aware that there will be negatives with any place of employment. Everyone has been really helpful and supportive. But I do have another question. Do any contractors offer scholarships of any sort to those who are seeking higher education after the employment period has ended? I know this may be an awkward question, but it is something I have been wanting to ask.

can any body who has ever worked in logcap jobs send me a c.v that they used to get a job or a sample one to d4dannyd@yahoo.co.uk

cheers

a friend of mine is currently working in IRQ with KBR as an HR associate and had applied to so many company's for AFG but has not been shortlisted its been 6 months now, i wonder what and where is it going wrong, is there anyone who could help. he is interedted in applying for HR, Admin, Logistics and has a 5 year exp with the same company.

Im currently on the process of getting hired with KBR, I have to do the NACI/SF85P, does anyone know how depth do they check your credit, I have a couple of negative items on my credit, and im wonder if you can get denied for that.
Thanks

I have applied to over one hundred jobs with KBR, however, I haven't heard back from the company.

I have graduated from Tulane University.
Was selected for the competitive Carnegie Mellon University - Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship.
I was published twice on U.S. Foreign Policy.
I served for two years with a U.S. Army Airborne Infantry unit.

In the end, I really hope to hear back from KBR. I certainly look forward to the day I get sent to Houston, and subsequently, Afghanistan or Iraq.

players in Atlanta, Georgia said: Hello everyone. I just made an account to this forum after I stumbled upon the many helpful resources and information provided. I have some concerns that I have been wanting to post.
Recently I was offered a position as a postal worker in Afghanistan by a contractor based in North Carolina. I have completed all of the information they requested from me (SF85P, fingerprints, dental appointment, etc.), and I just recieved an email stating that the SF85 has been sent to OPM for investigation. Sounds good, right?
While in the employment process, I have began to feel uneasy about the pay this contractor is offering me. They pay $40,000 plus $15,000 bonus at the end of a one year contract. That's a hell of a lot more money than I'm making now, but from what others have posted base pay( I'll be working on base) has decreased for many contractors. I have also read on here that for my first contract that is decent, being that it is for only for one year. Even still, others have mentioned that I ask them about uplift pay in Aghanistan.
My intuition tells me to go with it, as I am eager to get my foot in the door, work for that one year, then use my Afghanistan experience and updated resume to look for a contractor that is willing to pay more. I should also add that I am young, single, with no children, so I see that as another reason to give it a try. If anyone can give me any or info about postal work in Afghanistan and the pay I have been offered, It would grateful.

Sounds like a great job. Whats the name of the firm?

Richard Nere in Medford, Massachusetts said: I have applied to over one hundred jobs with KBR, however, I haven't heard back from the company.

I have graduated from Tulane University.
Was selected for the competitive Carnegie Mellon University - Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship.
I was published twice on U.S. Foreign Policy.
I served for two years with a U.S. Army Airborne Infantry unit.

In the end, I really hope to hear back from KBR. I certainly look forward to the day I get sent to Houston, and subsequently, Afghanistan or Iraq.

What jobs have you applied for? Your aforementioned qualifications doesn't sound like anything KBR would have a need for. Do you have work experience other than the Army? Try applying to Fluor and DynCorp as well.

SM Wife in Camden, West Virginia said: What jobs have you applied for? Your aforementioned qualifications doesn't sound like anything KBR would have a need for. Do you have work experience other than the Army? Try applying to Fluor and DynCorp as well.

I applied for just about everything. Most recently, I applied for Operations Specialist. I remember even applying for MWR technician. I've worked in Sales before as a Realtor and as a Security Supervisor to put myself through college. I am willing to work long and hard hours in austere conditions. I have what it takes to make in LOGCAP.

nod n.ireland in Manchester, United Kingdom said: can any body who has ever worked in logcap jobs send me a c.v that they used to get a job or a sample one to d4dannyd@yahoo.co.uk

cheers

I would appreciate a sample c.v or resume sent to billuat@hotmail.com. Send one if you have it.

SM Wife in Camden, West Virginia said: What jobs have you applied for? Your aforementioned qualifications doesn't sound like anything KBR would have a need for. Do you have work experience other than the Army? Try applying to Fluor and DynCorp as well.

I have experience working outside of the Army. In fact, during college I was a Realtor. I have also help many leadership positions during college, and subsequent to graduating. I am on several Board's and have managed it well. I will look into Fluor and DynCorp.

SM Wife in Camden, West Virginia said: What jobs have you applied for? Your aforementioned qualifications doesn't sound like anything KBR would have a need for. Do you have work experience other than the Army? Try applying to Fluor and DynCorp as well.

Are you kidding? Used to...if you had a degree in forestry, you could get on with KBR. Ha. Even so, his degree and military and other experience would put him in line easily with operations, site management or DPM. I've seen it happen.

im leaving for CrC with AECOM on july 10th as a rtch heavy wheeled mechanic, has anyone worked or now work for aecom and are they a good company ? just curious

Sidney in IQ in Provo, Utah said: Brandon, are you going to Ft Benning? I think AECOM depends on location like Afghan or Kuwait. I've heard good and bad. Bad is more on the benifit package which I think is like the military for leave and such. 14 days after 6 months and then at end of year an R&R. Pay is somewhat low but salries are being cut for all companies and it's a job. If your getting anything in the 80+ range I would say that's not too bad.

yea, im going to benning, and there sending me to Afghanistan, my pay is right at 100 grand

what company are you with are you with KBR and where did they send you? im gald im leaving for one and yes your right its a job.

i worked for kbr for a year in al asad iraq in 2009 and i worked TJFIG as an mrap instructor in kuwait onn arifjon air base, i like contracting its not too bad im a ready to see what afghan is like though! i know im going to Bahgram thru tranit and then im not sure where ill be going after that , i know AECOm is a big company like KBR, what exactly do you do there ?

well if im in kabul man ill let ya know when im there if your not already on R&R

Sidney in IQ in Provo, Utah said: I work in the Operations realm of the organization.

can you please let me know if they a hiring HR and or travel positions in AFG currently with FL

Ant in Dubai, United Arab Emirates said: can you please let me know if they a hiring HR and or travel positions in AFG currently with FL

with KBR or AECOM?

Hello. I moved to USA back in Nov/2010 and I just got my green car. Because of the green card I was also able to get my Social Security. I worked in Iraq from 2004 to 2010, always as a TCN (subcontractor). Trough subcontractor I worked for KBR, Parsons Corp and Linc Government Services LLC. I left Iraq last year to move to USA. Now with the Green Card I have applied for 2 positions at Dyncorp and I also applied for a couple with KBR. I heard that they are NOT issuing CACs for brand new green card holders. Although I had my fingerprints processed and approved by the FBI for GC purposes, they would be unable to perform a complete background check on me. Does anyone know if I might be able to get a CAC? KBR jobs online don't mention that you need to be a citizen or a GC holder for over a certain amount of years. Just wonder if someone could give me some highlights on that. Does the requirement vary depending on the Company that you would work for? Thank you.

Sidney in IQ in Provo, Utah said: I forgot to say...just apply as if you were a U.S Citzen. Don't worry about the TCN distinction anymore. You have a SSN, U.S address etc. so just apply and if the company has something in place with the USG it will be worked out. We have Sparkies from the U.K working with us (FL) and I believe they have CaCs or NATO Visas (one or the other0)

Thank you. I am asking you these questions about CAC because, as I told before, I was in Iraq for 6 years working under LC3 and I remember about all the talks regarding CAC when LC4 was awarded by KBR in Iraq. My wife works at KBR (she is not under the Government Group though). She has contacted some of their headhunters and some of them say that you have to be a citizen or GC holder for over 3+ so they can do the background on you, however she also had heard from other people that these are not requirements. Also, there are some FNs working for KBR in Iraq still, and they might hold CACs by now as their MNFI badges might have expired. It just looks like a lot of broken information is flowing. Regardless, I hope KBR or Dyncorp can work out something for me. Thank you again!

Brandon Godfrey, i'm also leaving july 10th...u got email so we can 'talk'

Hello all! I'm new here and I have two questions. 1) I know from PSIP that I have cleared with them and it has been sent back to Lisa Jensen @ KBR, Anyone know how much longer until I am "good to go"? and 2) Where are KBR contracts for fueling aircraft in Iraq? My recruiter doesn't know where they will bw sending me. Thanks for all the help in advance.

Paul Shepard in Nashville, Tennessee said: Hello all! I'm new here and I have two questions. 1) I know from PSIP that I have cleared with them and it has been sent back to Lisa Jensen @ KBR, Anyone know how much longer until I am "good to go"? and 2) Where are KBR contracts for fueling aircraft in Iraq? My recruiter doesn't know where they will bw sending me. Thanks for all the help in advance.

Paul some helpful hints, first you shouldn't have mentioned your industrial security officer's name on the blog and 2nd, how do you know from PSIP you cleared anything? Do you have an access account or something? As for you might be going it could be anywhere... do you drive a refueling truck? If you know for sure you have cleared your investigation, generally they only tell you the SII has been completed (not results) than you should get a call next week if your good by company standards.

My bad on mentioning the name. I called the PSIP gave them my SS# and PSIP Record # and they said I was good to go and that they had sent it to the next level.They gave me the aforementioned name and telephone #. That's when I found out it was someone @ KBR. I believe for a final stamp of approval. I could be wrong. As for my job; I have fueled military, commercial, and private aircraft for over 10 years. I have driven fuel trucks that whole time. But I believe my job w/ KBR will be confined to on base operations only. Again.........I've been wrong in the past. Oh yeah for those who are interested in a timeline. I started the whole PSIP procedure mid April. And I had at least 12 past employers and 5 different places that I lived. Good luck to everyone.

Hello,
I would like to know what the base pay is for a Master Electrician, and what the hazard pay is in addition to the base pay for a LOGCAPS IV inductee. Can anyone give me a quote?

James Hull in Greenville, South Carolina said: I posted this on another forum FYI; I preach the five-second test to our recruiters: A well-written and well-designed resume/CV helps the recruiter rapidly discern if you have the necessary qualifications for a current search. Subsequent conversations will determine a candidates’ true fit: Even if you appear to be a perfect match, no one will hire you from your resume/CV alone. That document is just a taste of what you have to offer, and it's the recruiter's job to conduct a thorough interview that goes beyond what's on your resume/CV. The reaction a candidate wants when he/she walks through the door is, 'I read your resume and I have been looking forward to meeting you.' This reaction won't happen with a poorly written resume. A great resume definitely makes a difference. And as I previously stated, you can knock yourself out of contention simply by making careless errors; accuracy counts… it is unforgivable to send out a CV containing grammatical/spelling errors. I also need to mention there are several websites for resume services specializing in LOGCAP or Government Contracts. Do not entertain these “scams” as you are wasting your money.

Thank you

Mr.Hull,
I have been applying for Fluor for over two years,there were four or five recruiting events here in Macedonia,and still i haven't got a call.Would you consider reviewing my CV and give some guidance?

Gregg Pryor in Dade, Florida said: I have a little experience with the CAC process; essentially to receive what is referred to as the "next-generation CAC", all eligible personnel must be entered into DEERS. To establish a DEERS record, all personnel must undergo proper identity vetting. A next-generation CAC can only be issued once a FBI fingerprint check has been completed and approved and, a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background security check (SF-85/86) is in the process of being completed. Since the NACI process can take up to 18 months, a person may be issued a CAC before the process is completed, however, if the NACI process is completed and a person does not get "cleared," his or her CAC will then be revoked. Some exemptions for contractors are made for those holding Key Staff Positions or previously security cleared personnel. Many companies are choosing to wait out the clearance approval process; plus the signature officer (Rock Island) will not normally sign until all vetting has been fully completed. The reason why some people are “ahead of the line” is usually attributed to the retired or newly separated military personnel, Selected Reserve, DoD civilian employees and prior eligible contractor personnel who are already entered into DEERS. Bottom line…you will only receive a CAC if your DEERS account is vetted AND you have all required documentation and information processed through the contractor’s personnel security office. It’s not like the old days where companies hired a contractor to manufacture cards and there was no oversight to the CAC process i.e. foreign nationals being issued cards, failure to retrieve cards etc. A major contractor was fined several years ago for not following the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12/HSPD-12 and now there are strict controls in place. Hope it sheds a little light into the hold-ups

Hello,

I am pretty new to this...but here I go. I am a 6yr U.S Army veteran and I was with KBR in Kosovo. Working in Kosovo wasn't the plan but I figured it would get my foot in the door. Long story short, my pay was lower than what was in my contract. When I tried to get transfered to Iraq I was denied from my PM in Kosovo. I networked with a couple of people and I was put on Linc Government Services and my resume was sent up with their proposal back in April. So, I resigned to come back here in APO to be with my family before I ship out and still no word. Linc just got awarded as 5 Jul and the recruiter I was dealing with as been all but helpful. I am aware of having keywords and I tweek my resume everytime to the job description.Also I understand that there is a large database of resumes. I have military experience and security clearance. Has really come to "who you know". The only reason I got out the Army is to go contracting until my husband retire. Now it looks like I have to get back in the Army to help my husband, financialy, take care our son. Can someone please help? I have experience in Human Resources and Adminisrtation. email surber.sarah@yahoo.com

ssurber in Korea, Republic of said: Hello,

I am pretty new to this...but here I go. I am a 6yr U.S Army veteran and I was with KBR in Kosovo. Working in Kosovo wasn't the plan but I figured it would get my foot in the door. Long story short, my pay was lower than what was in my contract. When I tried to get transfered to Iraq I was denied from my PM in Kosovo. I networked with a couple of people and I was put on Linc Government Services and my resume was sent up with their proposal back in April. So, I resigned to come back here in APO to be with my family before I ship out and still no word. Linc just got awarded as 5 Jul and the recruiter I was dealing with as been all but helpful. I am aware of having keywords and I tweek my resume everytime to the job description.Also I understand that there is a large database of resumes. I have military experience and security clearance. Has really come to "who you know". The only reason I got out the Army is to go contracting until my husband retire. Now it looks like I have to get back in the Army to help my husband, financialy, take care our son. Can someone please help? I have experience in Human Resources and Adminisrtation. email surber.sarah@yahoo.com

I don't know if I can help but was your recruiter MG? The bottom line for Linc is not good. If you can fill in some blanks concerning location and position recrutited for I may be able to help.