My recruiter was awesome too man. Helped me out through out the whole thing...but I know many people that got screwed over because their recruiter was just trying to push them through! Great video man! Hooahh!
@rubenmartinez953
7 жыл бұрын
I was going to enlist in Army but the recruiter lied to me so I enlisted in the Marines.
@RudeAwakening1971
7 жыл бұрын
My Marine Corps recruiter was a piece of sh*t. Before I went into bootcamp, I helped him recruit two guys from my high school. We were scheduled to go into bootcamp under the "buddy system" so we weren't going into someplace unfamiliar. We were scheduled to go April 1990. He calls me up and tells me he had an opening he needed filled for bootcamp on October 1989. I went into the recruiter's office and last words he said was, "hey I'm going to hook you up since you're doing me a favor". After bootcamp, they ask us if we were due for meritorious promotion because we referred a friend. I came to find out he didn't give me my referrals but I did discovered he went from Sgt to SSgt while I was in bootcamp.
@realJerdot
4 жыл бұрын
My recruiter right now, keeps it a buck with me and isn’t fake like a robot
@iiDaxter
7 жыл бұрын
During RAP I saw some behind the scenes recruiting squadron admin stuff. They get a list of jobs from MEPS. Every recruiter in that squadron shares the list. So the recruiter can give you anything you qualify for. They typically give out what makes the squadron look better in the long run.
@MrRshooter
7 жыл бұрын
hey kyle i had the same recruiter seargeant porter was awesome she helped out a ton and showed is your videos while I was in dep
@cptburr
5 жыл бұрын
I ship April 2nd. I’m my recruiter’s first recruit. I’m pretty lucky because he has hooked me up so much😂
@vortex4044
5 жыл бұрын
Love hearing a good story about recruiters. Also gives me an idea of what to look for in a good one
@wmjones69
7 жыл бұрын
I am an older guy who served 9 years in USAF and was stationed at Kadena 1984-88. Loved it! As for recruiters, my son is going through this process right now, albeit Navy, but we both spoke with Air Force and Navy recruiters before he decided on the Navy. Both recruiters stated that each month they receive a report on jobs in demand to recruit for, and when those jobs, and other jobs become available. This availability determines when one can go to BMT. And, yes, the wait can be long, but the wait can also be very short. Recruiters have this info, and if they tell you they don't, they are lying to you because they do. The rest of the process involves whether you qualify for the job you're interested in, and/or other jobs that are available. This is done at MEPS, but a good recruiter will already know the answer prior to sending you to MEPS. The Navy recruiter tested my son, via a practice ASVAB test, to determine what he would qualify for. The Air Force recruiter didn't do this. Bottom line is this. Do Your Research! Ask questions! The only stupid question is the one not asked. I came from a family of veterans, so i may have had an edge on those who know nothing about military service, but with the internet and social media, there is no excuse for not knowing, or, at least, having a basic understanding, because the info is out there.
@alapid718
7 жыл бұрын
I like that you are very understanding of the recruiter's perspective. That type of growth you demonstrated is a key part of life!
@colinhurlbut5190
7 жыл бұрын
I'm from Davenport I think if heard of your recruiter but your videos help out a lot I leave the 17 of next month for security forces and your videos help prep me for what's to come keep of the good work
@apocalypticredix8538
7 жыл бұрын
Colin Hurlbut why is everyone doing security forces i dont hear much with tech joba
@gabeschoon3663
7 жыл бұрын
I am also color deficient and I understand the struggle! Luckily I got my #1 pick and head to Lackland Valentine's Day next year. Your videos really help me get hyped about my future Air Force career, thank you!
@stephenash7018
7 жыл бұрын
My Af recruiter was the best. I got my top job! Get letters of reccomandation people.
@darkdancerman
7 жыл бұрын
Stephen Ash huh?
@peterojas8202
7 жыл бұрын
+darkdancerman He is probably mentioning about referrals from other folks who have great news to share about the recruiter.
@sirstingnasty1945
5 жыл бұрын
bring them to the recruiters office ??
@wmjones69
7 жыл бұрын
Also, don't be afraid to ask the recruiter to put you in touch with people who are currently working in the job you are interested in. The Navy did this for my son. My son spoke with someone with 10 years experience and it was a major help in him deciding if that is what he really wanted to do.
@jaydinperez6071
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this vid, Kyle.
@mbt2237
7 жыл бұрын
AF recruiters tend to be more on the level than others simply because of what's involved in AF duty positions, and the technology implemented in that specific branch of service. I would recommend any young person interested in joining the AF to start out as a cadet in the Civil Air Patrol which can get you a higher rate going in if you get the correct rank/achievements. You have to start young, but it's excellent experience, and you can continue with CAP even after you're out of the AF.
@Wolfpack4789
7 жыл бұрын
Videos on Airforce Spec ops, including Sere, specifically on how to get in to each one because online information is old and not clear
@andrewandreasen162
7 жыл бұрын
Hey Kyle. My recruiter explained the job picking thing to me as kind of like the NFL draft. All of the recruiters in the area are NFL teams and the jobs are the rookies coming into the league. Each recruiter gets pick off of a list that they are given as an area of recruiters. This was how it was for my recruiter in his area. I'm sure things are different in other places.
@cmkimbrell67
7 жыл бұрын
I had a good experience as well, almost the same as Kyle's. My recruiter didn't lie to me, though I can't say the same for the marine recruiter. At first, it wasn't hard to contact her. I was able to just walk in her office. But I needed to lose weight before I could join, and when I finally did, she must have met her numbers, because the office was always closed. I tried calling, knocking, and eventually I finally got through by emailing her.
@EjNappe
7 жыл бұрын
My Recruiter from the Navy is pretty chill. Unlike the AF we get our jobs at MEPS.
@peterojas8202
7 жыл бұрын
Air Force is the smallest branch of the armed services. That has much to do about the jobs which are available. I have a friend whom was in the Air Force and mentioned that when he had enlisted about limited occupation availability when applying for enlistment in July 1995.
@taylorr2983
7 жыл бұрын
Jeff Hinke Coast Guard is not even apart of the military anymore 😂😂
@poopdawg2301
7 жыл бұрын
however during the dep calls I talked to some of the other recruits and found out they drive for over an hour to come to this recruiting station because the 2 recruiters here are the best around. one kid drove over 2 hours because he found out the air force recruiter where he's from was screwing him over and lying to him to push him through.
@poopdawg2301
7 жыл бұрын
my recruiter is freaking awesome. at meps I failed the depth perception test so I lost a ton of picks I wanted. I was going to pick security forces, cct, sere, pj, and some mech jobs. security forces was going to be number 1 because I want to be a dog handler eventually. well I thought I didn't qualify for it and I was super bummed. a day or two later my recruiter calls me and tells me one of the recruits that was leaving for security forces failed a test and lost his qualification for it and told me that he remembered how much I wanted security forces so he double checked and triple checked with meps and the higher chain over meps to make sure I qualified and found out I do qualify and told me that I can take this security forces job and be guaranteed the job, so no I'm leaving out for bmt this monday and thanks to my recruiter I couldn't be happier. (my asvab scored for mechanics was way over any of my other scores so if he didn't help me like he did I would have got a mech job, which is fine but I'd rather turn a wrench as a hobby rather than a career.)
@laurenevanovich1084
7 жыл бұрын
Best marine corps recruiter ever.
@devlynhusband3067
7 жыл бұрын
My recruiter was awesome found out at RAP I was his first to finish BMT and tech school
@samanthacole9191
6 жыл бұрын
Reddit is the best place to look at the job descriptions
@gixxerD66
7 жыл бұрын
Mines is slow playing but Im swearing in sometime next week hopefully
@itsnacho838
7 жыл бұрын
The Job selection comes from MEPS after you checked out. When you do all the test, it will determine what job you qualify for. So whatever list MEPS comes out with those will be your choices. (Joining USAF) Not sure how it was for the other branches. Highly recommend for people to research a job before joining to make things easier and faster to get it.
@morland
5 жыл бұрын
Key word her boss said he “knew” meaning past tense. He didn’t say that’s how it is now. So I don’t think he lied
@Verenes
7 жыл бұрын
Loving your videos, thank you @kylegottyoutube Actually headed to my recruiter now to schedule the ASVAB!
@ndoggydogable
7 жыл бұрын
Hey Kyle, I got an idea for a video. You should do something on getting your own vehicles in the airforce.
@shanemahaffey2911
7 жыл бұрын
ndoggydogable he made one 4 days ago!!!
@YungMono0
7 жыл бұрын
I found it funny how my AF recruiter was bigger and more buff compared to the Marine and Army recruiters in the area I used to live in.
@piohneer3191
7 жыл бұрын
I just entered DEP myself this week and I was told that the jobs are put out and recruiters pick jobs for their trainees in a draft style. One of the Air Force Liaisons told me that at MEPS.
@BlakeWertz
7 жыл бұрын
I have had nothing but bad luck with my recruiters
@GrandDaSarge
7 жыл бұрын
Back when I was exploring my options, I talked to a really honest army recruiter. Then was hassled and lied to by two Marine recruiters. It's hit or miss.
@averagebloke4474
7 жыл бұрын
The navy recruiter didn't even want give me the time of day. She was horrible what sould I do?
@southernreptile9661
7 жыл бұрын
If she purposely ignores you and doesn't give you then time or day to come see her then you should probably find another receuiter
@averagebloke4474
7 жыл бұрын
Tim Munson I can pick another one? I didn't realize that. Thank you.
@southernreptile9661
7 жыл бұрын
+Sonny Bill if you haven't signed any contracts with her and if there is another Navy recruiter there then you more than likely can
@averagebloke4474
7 жыл бұрын
Tim Munson cool thanks!
@southernreptile9661
7 жыл бұрын
+Sonny Bill no problem
@tylerthorick6014
7 жыл бұрын
I've had no issues with my Air Force recruiter at all. he's always answering my questions to the best of his ability and trying to get me through to be placed on the dep. I'm still a senior in school though maybe that weighs in.idk
@sdjhssihsshufhuhu
7 жыл бұрын
It took some doing to get ahold of the air force recruiter in my area too. I called the office and emailed and nothing. I went down to the office because I was going to the navy office for a meeting and thought why not check if he's there right now and finally got him. Dude straight up was like I don't need you and I turn down a lot of people so you will have to do a lot of the work. He came off bad so I was like whatever dude I liked the air force but I like the navy too. the navy recruiter was so much more helpful and a better people person than the air force recruiter.
@zachone172
7 жыл бұрын
My Air Force recruiter spent a lot of time doing other things whenever I was there. He would tell me to come in at 2 pm and I would show up at that exact time and he would have me waiting an hour while he does a bunch of other stuff. Honestly just don't let the recruiters turn you away from whatever branch you want to join. Sometimes it's hard working with them, but you only have to deal with them until you go to basic and then you'll most likely never see them again is how I looked at it
@sdjhssihsshufhuhu
7 жыл бұрын
Zach Wonone im good now. I'v actually been a lot of work. medical documents and waiver and my navy recruiter always took care of it. He is on top of everything. I got the rate I wanted and everything is pretty much perfect.
@peterojas8202
7 жыл бұрын
Recruiters were visiting at homes of applicants in 2008. Army recruiters did that for me, but never got their sales pitch out of them because I explained an ordeal of not being qualified to enlist for medical reasons from another branch. My Navy recruiter had mentioned that he had wanted to visit but that nobody was home when he wanted to briefly explain about the Navy in Spring 2008. Based on what I have observed on the Internet, for whichever branch it is, one leaves contact information that includes phone number, street address, email.
@budokaiman3938
7 жыл бұрын
a alpha I applied on the air force website and two days later I got a call
@darkdancerman
7 жыл бұрын
If someone could explain the job selection, that would be fantastic.
@darkdancerman
7 жыл бұрын
DEP for 11 months? Damn... my recruiter keeps telling me I will ship in 2-4 months and I haven't even sworn in yet.
@trevorwygle2768
5 жыл бұрын
All I did was hit the request more info button on the air force website and my recruiter called me , I barely had to do anything lol
@JordanBo
7 жыл бұрын
Hi Kyle, do you think you can make a video on how to join the Air Force honor guard?
@NS-im1le
7 жыл бұрын
what were your top jobs
@Jish1695
7 жыл бұрын
Curious about this as well.
@blakelundstrom7230
7 жыл бұрын
Hello Kyle, Could you talk about TRICARE and how that works? Are there specific clinics you have to go to in order to use it? Thank you love your vids!
@andrewandreasen162
7 жыл бұрын
If you aren't married you will always go to the base clinic/doctor and if necessary they will refer you to off post facilities. If you are married you will have to enroll your family in the military system and they will find a doctor through TRICARE.
@blakelundstrom7230
7 жыл бұрын
Andrew Andreasen ohhh okay, that make sense. Thank you!
@halvey8518
7 жыл бұрын
Job selection pretty much varies. I recently got a call for open mechanical that would leave tomorrow even though I was not ready for it! Meps usually regulates it with some base I remember mine talked to some base in Colorado or some weird mid west state. If one kid fails his weight or drug test the job is now open for someone to replace him. But the Air Force will usually put out a list ever so often with jobs that are needed and that's how they get filled.
@immatt2132
7 жыл бұрын
seeing a recruiter Monday kinda nervous
@camerongreen7242
7 жыл бұрын
ItsKronoMG don't lie don't let him make you sign anything until you are ready
@billfinn1738
7 жыл бұрын
38 yrs old and really want to join. do you think a recruiter will even talk to me. wanted to go in years ago but do to kids I decided to stay home. thank you and really enjoy your videos
@cherryblossomprincess0166
7 жыл бұрын
Bill Finn Go talk to a recruiter ASAP. You've got to be in by 39 if you want to enlist. Otherwise, certain medical fields can commission until age 41 or after.
@peterojas8202
7 жыл бұрын
For some medical, law, chaplain occupations, I did notice that the age limit was up to 48. A recruiter is most knowledgeable to answer that.
@montezumac2237
7 жыл бұрын
Do a video on your thoughts on What is the US going to do about Russia
@ty_underscore2368
7 жыл бұрын
You should do a video on the base amenities you've seen so far
@Wazup-hf7ns
7 жыл бұрын
If you are in the USAF, can you be transferred to USCG if they need pilots and AF has extra ones?
@zachone172
7 жыл бұрын
I don't think there is a such thing as having "extra pilots". Pilot slots in every branch are very selective and very few get the chance to become one. If you're joining the Air Force to become a pilot with hopes of being sent to the USCG as a pilot, you're better off just joining the USCG. Every branch will always have people wanting to become pilots and will never require pilots from other branches due to that reason. If you do join the Air Force and become a pilot, you can join the USCG when your contract is up and have a higher chance of becoming a pilot, but it still won't guarantee you a pilot position.
@rylancoffey2634
6 жыл бұрын
Hey you said you are color deficient? I am red/green color blind, would i still be able to do most jobs in the Air Force such as security forces? Thanks for the help!
@TOhara-eb2lp
6 жыл бұрын
In my 4th year as an ATC with no recruiter complaints but I am curious. How many times did some kid come in and was ready to sign just because he thought he could waltz in and be a CCT, PJ, etc. and not realize that he'd probably DOR on day 2?
@daniellochan1304
6 жыл бұрын
Toni O'hara hey im going for ATC too, can you tell me if you waited for that to come? Or were you lucky to get it on the first round or something? I really want to be an ATC, my recruiter doesnt want to help me out with that
@theeaviatordreamer
6 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy, I want to join too and just like your self, I am color deficient. What jobs where you NOT allowed to do once they found out about your color deficiency ? So that I know what to expect and not get my hopes up
@BlueDragonMusicPromotions
6 жыл бұрын
first contacted my recruiter sep 2016.......its 2018 now i still havnt went to meps any help from anyone would lighten me up i haven't talk to my recruiter since august 2017 and the last thing we talked about was him sending my xrays to meps. i try to call him never answers, called him after the holidays never answers, and i cant help but feel worried idk if i should go to the office or something i texed him, emailed him,called him, and called the office but still no answer......i dont know what to do now its be 2 years and havent went to meps yet
@bobcobb158
6 жыл бұрын
im in a similar situation... feels like air force recruiters could care less about helping you with enlistment
@Pedro-vb6gj
7 жыл бұрын
Kyle Gott what is the quota for the Air force? How many people can ship to bmt a month?
@davidnunez662
7 жыл бұрын
My recruiter told me since I have a GED and 15 college credits that I can qualify as someone who has a High School Diploma. Which means I can score a minimum of 50 on my ASVAB, BUT I can only get a job that they give me. I had to get a waver for a ticket I received 3 years ago and he told me that it's fine. I took my ASVAB and didn't score so well, so he closed my file and gave me back all of my papers. He told me that even if I scored the minimum of 50 on my ASVAB since I need a waver, and I have a GED my 15 college credits don't matter and that I wouldn't qualify to enlist. He then told me that I would need a higher grade and I would ONLY get the job he needs to fill. I'm a little confused because he switched up the requirements. Can anyone tell me if this recruiter was being honest?
@shusterandy
6 жыл бұрын
I called a recruiter and he asked me if I ever took any medications and it slipped out that I use to take anti anxiety medication but I told him I don't take them any more, I figured I didn't want to lie. Is that gonna hurt me to join?
@123er231
6 жыл бұрын
Warrior Heroe Yeah, you might not even be able to join
@shusterandy
6 жыл бұрын
Mitsurugi Meiya Well I'll see what happens
@dogsareme100
7 жыл бұрын
Why do they have max numbers to turn down ten people a DAY?
@seth0426
7 жыл бұрын
dogsareme100 she must have had to many meetings each day with parents and there kids that wanna join.
@dogsareme100
7 жыл бұрын
***** but why does it matter who recruits those people? Why do particular recruits have limits on the numbers they can recruit
@lilieniwiseman1081
7 жыл бұрын
how you find a phone number to see the recruiting office in Portland or.
@joshuairizarry4904
7 жыл бұрын
hey Kyle my name is Joshua I wanted to know how easy is it to get a job after you leave the Air Force?
@victorerdos496
6 жыл бұрын
did you have to make an apoitment
@mangucito
7 жыл бұрын
What were some of the jobs that you wanted but got disqualified for?
@kingkroma2159
7 жыл бұрын
Are jobs guaranteed to you in the Air Force as long as you get the asvab score get through bmt and tech school ?
@michaelbourassa9903
7 жыл бұрын
hey Kyle I was wondering how much money you make while at basic I have a wife and an apartment to pay for while I'll be gone so how much do you make and will she be able to get my money while I'm gone?
@michaelfolkes8521
7 жыл бұрын
Michael Bourassa he made a video on it before
@silnovia1769
4 жыл бұрын
Michael Folkes where is the video?
@TheChristianAlvarado
7 жыл бұрын
What is the average wait time for a job to come up? In other words, how soon can you get shipped out? I want to join but I'm unable to wait more than 3 months. Very unfortunate for me
@TOhara-eb2lp
6 жыл бұрын
It depends on the job and timing.
@cassandrazezul2936
7 жыл бұрын
Does anyone have any tips about avoiding getting screwed over by your recruiter?
@valenciasprings-ishmael5854
7 жыл бұрын
Cassandra Zezul go to multiple recruiters on purpose. I sat with 3 different AF recruiters from different offices and didn't let them know how much I knew or what I didn't know, enough research, I wanted to know what they knew or chose not to tell me and by the the time I was done I knew who was holding out on info or who was open and given me educated info to make a good decision..I even went to Army and Navy recruiters just to validate my true decision and general info..I knew I wasn't gonna have 100% educated info but I wanted to be comfortable knowing I was getting the most educated info possible..so I say take 6months on just talking to people in recruiting field unless u just want out and leave tomorrow.your definitely gonna get info shocked..your never 100%prepared no matter what but knowing that going in. it's easier to accept.
@peterojas8202
7 жыл бұрын
If it is a matter of being unqualified for any 1 or more reasons, telling the recruiter ahead of time and the recruiter says to lie/willfully withhold information on enlistment document(s), ask for a recruiting commander. A recruiting commander is a recruiter's supervisor. One suggestion to obtain the information for contact information is to obtain it at the MEPS liason before continuing the process of enlistment. Just ask after arriving at MEPS then heading to branch liason that you want to be certain you are qualified to enlistment and want the recruiting commander's approval first. You obtain that information, contact the recruiting commander and will end up finding an answer. Me, I finished filling out Navy enlistment documents in May 2008 and had mentioned ahead of time through filling out using pencil, paper disqualifying information. I needed an additional sheet of paper to document medical information. Summarizing it all, I checked a phone book in the federal government section and found a phone number to call. I left a message asking to be provided with a recruiting commander's contact information. Eventually, he contacted me and I mentioned the information. After exchanging information over the phone, he asked me, "You were told to lie?" Then he asked for names of recruiters involved. That information was provided. It saved me a trip to the hotel before going to MEPS, visit to MEPS, etc. Recruiters of all branches must tell the qualified applicants to tell the truth, not tell unqualified applicants to lie/withold information on enlistment documents. Those whom tell unqualified applicants to lie/withold information could be subject to a fine, demotion, firing and are breaking Uniform Code of Military Justice. For me the most incriminating evidence against the recruiters was filling out the medical document at the recruiting in addition to the phone call. Recruiting commander likely yelled his head off at the recruiters, chief recruiter involved in the ordeal. It was a bit tempting to want to do what they had said to do. The right thing to do was tell a recruiting commander. Whom wants to be in that type of precarious position of being unqualified, lying at MEPS to MEPS doctors? That is a crime. Such consequences would likely be dismissal from a branch of the service, at a minimum. Folks do end up punished for lying about enlistment information. It just varies from one individual to the other.
@KingDunn13
7 жыл бұрын
If you don't mind me asking what did the recruiter tell you to hide? Was it something super serious that would hurt you or others, or was it something more minor just to get you in but it could have been found out later? Also what job what job were you going for?
@AceBlackHearts
7 жыл бұрын
Will a recruiter help you lose the weight needed to enlist? I heard from a lot of people saying they had recruiters who helped them so much. When I went to a recruiter he didn't give me the time of day because I was 20 pounds to heavy
@Bliqk
7 жыл бұрын
AceBlackHearts you should try the gym
@nickjohns2713
7 жыл бұрын
I went to a recruiter and I had to lose like 2 pounds and ended up losing about 10 pounds without training hard. Slight diet changes can make a total difference. I do suggest exercising though.
@AceBlackHearts
7 жыл бұрын
i have lost already 200 pounds, and im in la fitness. I am having a little trouble losing the 20 pounds I have left to go
@peterojas8202
7 жыл бұрын
I went to the Navy recruiter about 60 pounds over the weight limit. He would check my weight, measurements after my 1st visit to the recruiting station. That recruiter had visited from time to time just to be sure I was still interested in joining. We never exercised together or any other activities. Unfortunately, I never joined after meeting the weight requirement because I didn't pass the medical part due to not answering a medical question properly. It just depends on the recruiter. From trips to and from the recruiting station, taking the ASVAB before eventually going to MEPS, heading to MEPS, calling about times which were convenient for our meetings leading up to that time for about 5-6 months, etc.
@TheGoomba102IsOnYouTube
7 жыл бұрын
What jobs originally did you want when you joined?
@amanx11
7 жыл бұрын
how do you get leave in the airforce
@YungMono0
7 жыл бұрын
Austin uchiha You earn 2.5 days of leave each month.
@amanx11
7 жыл бұрын
YungMono thanks man
@lilymadison4599
7 жыл бұрын
How soon is too soon to talk to a recruiter? If you know for a fact you want to join, not for basic info?
@Chris-xk9op
7 жыл бұрын
Lily Madison curious about this also. Should I get into better shape before hand?
@marinamaher1696
7 жыл бұрын
I live in Las Vegas and am looking for a recruiter. Do you by chance know any good ones?
@peterojas8202
7 жыл бұрын
There is likely a recruiter locator on the Air Force Web page. Beyond that, check a phone book in the federal government section for recruiting.
@Uwannabesauce2
7 жыл бұрын
would you ever try to retrain?
@Phoenix411th
6 жыл бұрын
Can you join the air force if you're legally blind
@kari9320
7 жыл бұрын
My recruiter ha has been helpful I called three times and left two messages you really have to be on them but not to on them to the point where your super annoying
@Pantpudding
7 жыл бұрын
What were the jobs you wanted to do that you couldn't because you were color deficient?
@ronbutler6502
7 жыл бұрын
I NEVER DID WHAT I WAS TRAINED FOR THE ENTIRE 6 YEARS I WAS IN THE USAF NEVER SAW A RECRUITER WAS IN THE ROTC THEN INTO THE USAF.....1966-1972 43151F
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