What they also fail to tell you... Is you might end up in a firefight... With a radio on your back... But no worries. Any infantryman worth his uniform will protect their comms and Medics
Commo is good. As a 25U, you will usually find yourself with other 25U and other 25B, especially if you are in a battalion or higher unit. You will have high exposure to the highest chain of command in whatever unit you end up being in, so make sure you are squared away.
They didn't mention IT once... But I mainly worked on IT/25B work my entire career despite being a 25U. Im not complaining at all though. It taught me a bunch. Enough to get out and make a decent living as an IT pro.
Being a 25u is a rewarding MOS to be in. Im a 25u in a calvary squadron where I was a Retrans Team Chief E5 in the s6 section. Lots of problem solving and if you are good at your job, it will show A LOT. This isn't an MOS you can be lazy in as communication is paramount across the unit. Also sets you up to get a good civilian job as well.
@@Jay-nv7ho I didn't get any college credits. When you leave the service if you do go, you'll get Joint Service Transcript, which details all the courses and training you've gone through since basic training.
About time there’s a new video I’ve been watching a bunch of old videos about the mos I signed for and I was lowkey worried I’m gona be working with tech from the Stone Age.
My grandfather served in Vietnam as a signal specialist. He was lucky enough to get stationed on a FOB on the Laotian border and never saw combat personally, but he never really spoke about his experience out there though. The only thing he told us was that he lost a lot of friends during his tour. That and one time while he was riding a jeep through the jungle, a tiger jumped over the jeep he was riding in, and tried to chase the jeep down for a few kilometers.
What did the 25u do at aviation? I'd think a 15n could do their jobs if it was checking and replacing radios. I'm curious since i was a 25u, but at an infantry unit.
@@discofishing i don't know if you read my previous statement. If 15Ns can do that, why are there 25Us there? Blizzard says they are there to fix COMSEC -_-
So when i chose this MOS, i thought I'd be fixing computers and stuff, not the case. It all depends in what unit you get stationed to. I was posted to a mechanized infantry unit. My typical day was in the company office or in my communications storage room. I'd fix minor computer problems if they arise, but as far as doing network stuff and actually troubleshooting computers, don't have your hopes up. The Army's computers are so secure , only people with permissions (civilians) actually can troubleshoot them. And broken equipment, you don't open up and fix. That's sent off to be fixed, since equipment is usually on warranty. In the field, i set up antennas, config radios to vehicles, and made sure everything communications wise was up and running. If you want to go signal, I'd strongly urge you to get a more practical signal MOS like 25B or even better cyber security (which is the craze right now!). Or if you go with this MOS, get an I.T. certification BEFORE you get out! Or any signal MOS for that matter. I couldn't do jack with this MOS in the civilian world, it's too broad.
@Dr Suave7 A+ is probably the easiest, because it's the entry level one. It covers the basics of hardware and software. Use the Army's e-learning (skillport.com) which has all studying material for certs A+,Net+,Sec+,Server+,Cloud+, etc...
18 weeks in, don't be discouraged it's not hard. Just try your best to maintain your military bearing after leaving basic because this place can easily suck you dry of your sanity. Tradoc sucks.
I was 25U for 5 years in the army loved it my best advice learn all you can ask to be taught new things cuz once you get thrown to infantry units unless your in battalion/ squadron S6 it gets hard and your own your own maintaining equipment for a whole troop /company they threw me a raven in 3cr and expected me to know how to fix it, I had to learn on the fly a lot
I feel bad for those who get thrown right into line units for their first jobs. Luckly, i was in battalion s6 for a whille before moving down to the company and got the chance to learn all the radios and equipment i'd be working with. Also, i had experienced NCOs that taught me a lot.
Would recommend pairing this MOS with an Extra Class Ham radio license. I'll look prettt good on a resume and puts you in a community with people who have PHD-level MacGyver skills with antennas, transceivers and electronics.
I agree. People keep asking me if this MOS is good on computer experience. I tell them it depends where they are stationed ,but for the most part this MOS is a radio guy.
By the way. I went to Gordon in 2012, and glad to see they training on new radios. Hopefully they're training on the newer JBCP instead of the older BFT system.
I'm a mom of a son that is just now joining the Army and this is going to be his job. Training in Gordon and BT in SC. My question is is this a good job?
This MOS by itself doesn't translate to jack in the civilian world unless you wanna be a cable guy, but you don't have to join the Army to do that. You're going to have to go the extra mile and take college courses while enlisted or get certifications while enlisted
I couldn't even get a job doing that, lmao. When I got out, I applied at cable companies and none accepted me for even an interview. I said screw it and ended up just using GI bill going to school :/
if you are in a mounted unit, thats where your comms are going. I'm failing to see the issue here. Are you against being outdoor and work on your equipment?
Is this a versatile mos? Apparently, it says here, 25U's work like IT specialists but can fix vehicles and generators. This seems interesting. Is the vehicle and generator repair true though?
@@marlonmoncrieffe0728 because it's more of a tech job. 25b and 17C are really IT jobs that can be transferred to the civilian world. You can be a SOC analyst, network administrator, network technician, computer technician, or voice engineer( more experience needed)
Pretty much if you can answer no to the following questions. Do you have a lot of debt? Do you owe anyone money? Are you a part of a hate group? Is there anything that would cause you to sell secrets for financial gain?
@@tommyamin lmao no i asked that because im under investigation now. They mailed my job and ask did i actually work there. What kind of debt like car loans and house loans and student loans?
@@Dnariobeats1289 sometimes. Like can you actually afford your loans with your life style? Why are you driving a $100,000 car with a million dollar home? When you can't afford it? It's kinda like what would you do for a klondike bar? If that klondike bar was money offered by a terrorist.
What they also fail to tell you... Is you might end up in a firefight... With a radio on your back... But no worries. Any infantryman worth his uniform will protect their comms and Medics
They should because without the comms guy or the medic you are fucked
I think you are thinking of 25 Charlie
@@nucleardancemoves255 No as 25U you can and will fill the role of a 25C. Also 25C is being phased out.
Its honestly what i want
Yes sir, locked into line units your stuck till you reup!
Commo is good. As a 25U, you will usually find yourself with other 25U and other 25B, especially if you are in a battalion or higher unit. You will have high exposure to the highest chain of command in whatever unit you end up being in, so make sure you are squared away.
You still in or a civilian now? Just wondering what kind of civilian job you could land from being a 25U.
@@jaygoated6412 many jobs. In 25U AIT they have the computer and networking portion of school. Configuring routers, doing command lines and IPs.
They didn't mention IT once... But I mainly worked on IT/25B work my entire career despite being a 25U. Im not complaining at all though. It taught me a bunch. Enough to get out and make a decent living as an IT pro.
What kind of civilian jobs does 25U help you land?
@@jaygoated6412 IT TECH 60k a year
@@SamReigns lame
I heard if I pick this job I could do a 3yr contract & get out & make $100k a year. Is this true?
@@SamReigns are you a contractor or did you go through federal? Could you possibly live anywhere with that job? Sounds like a good career tbh
Looked this up because my friend is heading to the army to do this. Hope he stays safe!
Being a 25u is a rewarding MOS to be in. Im a 25u in a calvary squadron where I was a Retrans Team Chief E5 in the s6 section. Lots of problem solving and if you are good at your job, it will show A LOT. This isn't an MOS you can be lazy in as communication is paramount across the unit. Also sets you up to get a good civilian job as well.
what kind of jobs
Maybe you're having better luck than i did, cause i couldn't find squat.
By any chance does 25U transfer into college credits & if so how many? Thanks
@@Jay-nv7ho I didn't get any college credits. When you leave the service if you do go, you'll get Joint Service Transcript, which details all the courses and training you've gone through since basic training.
I was a 31U in the 90s. Its the same MOS.
The good thing about Commo is you can go anywhere. The bad thing about Commo is you can go anywhere. Lol
About time there’s a new video I’ve been watching a bunch of old videos about the mos I signed for and I was lowkey worried I’m gona be working with tech from the Stone Age.
Oh you are! You are! I'm still working with a power supply from 1980!
Michael Baldwin rip 😂
Commo is trash
Dude I'm signed for a TA-312 crank phone on my property book.....in 2020....
ziggamon bruh
My grandfather served in Vietnam as a signal specialist. He was lucky enough to get stationed on a FOB on the Laotian border and never saw combat personally, but he never really spoke about his experience out there though. The only thing he told us was that he lost a lot of friends during his tour. That and one time while he was riding a jeep through the jungle, a tiger jumped over the jeep he was riding in, and tried to chase the jeep down for a few kilometers.
I have the utmost respect for our 25Us. They’ve helped us out to the fullest extent at Army Aviation.
What did the 25u do at aviation? I'd think a 15n could do their jobs if it was checking and replacing radios. I'm curious since i was a 25u, but at an infantry unit.
@@ciscof4041 Fix COMSEC with our UAVs.
@@ciscof4041 Yeah! Totally, 15Ns deal with the radios and other Avionics. This was a clueless statement.
@@discofishing i don't know if you read my previous statement. If 15Ns can do that, why are there 25Us there? Blizzard says they are there to fix COMSEC -_-
So when i chose this MOS, i thought I'd be fixing computers and stuff, not the case. It all depends in what unit you get stationed to. I was posted to a mechanized infantry unit. My typical day was in the company office or in my communications storage room. I'd fix minor computer problems if they arise, but as far as doing network stuff and actually troubleshooting computers, don't have your hopes up. The Army's computers are so secure , only people with permissions (civilians) actually can troubleshoot them. And broken equipment, you don't open up and fix. That's sent off to be fixed, since equipment is usually on warranty. In the field, i set up antennas, config radios to vehicles, and made sure everything communications wise was up and running. If you want to go signal, I'd strongly urge you to get a more practical signal MOS like 25B or even better cyber security (which is the craze right now!). Or if you go with this MOS, get an I.T. certification BEFORE you get out! Or any signal MOS for that matter. I couldn't do jack with this MOS in the civilian world, it's too broad.
@Dr Suave7 Look up I.T. certifications (A+, Sec+, CCNA, etc)
@Dr Suave7 You have questions about this MOS, let me know.
@Dr Suave7 A+ is probably the easiest, because it's the entry level one. It covers the basics of hardware and software. Use the Army's e-learning (skillport.com) which has all studying material for certs A+,Net+,Sec+,Server+,Cloud+, etc...
@Dr Suave7 This hardest for myself and a lot of other soldiers was the TCP/IP block of instruction!!
You are spot on!
18 weeks in, don't be discouraged it's not hard. Just try your best to maintain your military bearing after leaving basic because this place can easily suck you dry of your sanity. Tradoc sucks.
Coffee Addict How long is the training path?
But it's 18weeks at ft Gordon. Also known as the hellish pit of hell.
@@mikejones3rfsshould I reclass to this mos?
I was 25U for 5 years in the army loved it my best advice learn all you can ask to be taught new things cuz once you get thrown to infantry units unless your in battalion/ squadron S6 it gets hard and your own your own maintaining equipment for a whole troop /company they threw me a raven in 3cr and expected me to know how to fix it, I had to learn on the fly a lot
I feel bad for those who get thrown right into line units for their first jobs. Luckly, i was in battalion s6 for a whille before moving down to the company and got the chance to learn all the radios and equipment i'd be working with. Also, i had experienced NCOs that taught me a lot.
Would recommend pairing this MOS with an Extra Class Ham radio license. I'll look prettt good on a resume and puts you in a community with people who have PHD-level MacGyver skills with antennas, transceivers and electronics.
I agree. People keep asking me if this MOS is good on computer experience. I tell them it depends where they are stationed ,but for the most part this MOS is a radio guy.
By the way. I went to Gordon in 2012, and glad to see they training on new radios. Hopefully they're training on the newer JBCP instead of the older BFT system.
FBCB 2 when i was there
I'm a mom of a son that is just now joining the Army and this is going to be his job. Training in Gordon and BT in SC. My question is is this a good job?
@@carriepierce1389 I've been a 25U for a decade already. Its a great job and definitely sets you up for after getting out of the army.
graduated summer 2019 and it was JCR at that point
Just swore in to be a 25N wish me luck
Its also 27 weeks for AIT
This MOS by itself doesn't translate to jack in the civilian world unless you wanna be a cable guy, but you don't have to join the Army to do that. You're going to have to go the extra mile and take college courses while enlisted or get certifications while enlisted
I couldn't even get a job doing that, lmao. When I got out, I applied at cable companies and none accepted me for even an interview. I said screw it and ended up just using GI bill going to school :/
Sucks to be you! I was a 31k Combat Singaler when I was in. That gave me the skills to work for Southern Bell Communications in South Carolina.
❤❤❤❤❤🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️❤️❤️ God bless America 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Ayyyyy I see you Mendez it’s Mock
No comms no bombs
1 person just called us all POGs
I heard if I pick this job I could do a 3yr contract & get out & make $100k a year. Is this true?
just signed a 4yr contract. your minimum contract will most likely be 4 years with another 4 years off duty
depending on where you live you could easily make 100k+ a year after returning
So you’re chasing money?
No, it's not true
Nope. Maybe if you choose 25B or 17C or 25N
Youll still end up in the motor pool. Haha
if you are in a mounted unit, thats where your comms are going. I'm failing to see the issue here. Are you against being outdoor and work on your equipment?
You can talk about us but you CANT TALK WITHOUT US
Is this a versatile mos? Apparently, it says here, 25U's work like IT specialists but can fix vehicles and generators. This seems interesting. Is the vehicle and generator repair true though?
Yes. Especially in aviation units.
@@blizzardfan777 thank you so much
@@lasajnae9626 It's all going to depend where you get stationed at, and what unit you end up in.
@@ciscof4041 thanks I appreciate it
Wow look at alpha company# Norris & LaGrant
Gambitz Alpha Co.? Home of the Spartans? Born to be a soldier?
Spartans! Hooah! Just got there haha
Pick this or 25b. Everything else is crap
What makes you say that?
Or 25N and 17C. Networking and cybersecurity 👍🏾
@@marlonmoncrieffe0728 because it's more of a tech job. 25b and 17C are really IT jobs that can be transferred to the civilian world. You can be a SOC analyst, network administrator, network technician, computer technician, or voice engineer( more experience needed)
Question? why they infantry have his own ratelos?
Im interested in becoming a RTO as a 25u what are the chances of that happening?
Well, if you score high enough on ASVAB and there's a spot open the job can be yours. Why 25u specifically?
Do they work with air force SATCOM guys often
I know this is real late but yeah on my last deployment I worked with air force JTACS on either LOS and SATCOM
How long is this MOS? Did it get shorted, I thought it was 28 weeks
Yeah I thought it was 17 weeks, but everyone is saying 22 weeks
28 weeks
This video says 20 weeks
I signed 8 months ago and it said 28 weeks initially, now my recruiter says it got shorted
22 weeks and 5 days
The secret security clearance what do u need for that
Pretty much if you can answer no to the following questions. Do you have a lot of debt? Do you owe anyone money? Are you a part of a hate group? Is there anything that would cause you to sell secrets for financial gain?
@@tommyamin lmao no i asked that because im under investigation now. They mailed my job and ask did i actually work there. What kind of debt like car loans and house loans and student loans?
@@Dnariobeats1289 sometimes. Like can you actually afford your loans with your life style? Why are you driving a $100,000 car with a million dollar home? When you can't afford it? It's kinda like what would you do for a klondike bar? If that klondike bar was money offered by a terrorist.
The cable gaey
ssg sanders kinda bad tbh
M16A2s Still?
I saw that too. Interesting. It's probably because he's Special Forces so they need to be familiar with a wide variety firearms.
@@kylesaunders5889 Signal is not Special Forces
Must be national guard lol .
Commo sucks
Commo had it made in my unit.
Everyine has their own preference
Man you're really saying this everywhere you can lol