KBR in Afghanistan (1st timer)

I am glad that I found this website. I do have a couple of questions if anyone can answer them. Sorry if I am repetitive. I leave 2 weeks from today for Houston to process. I then go to Afghanistan provided there are no issues. How are we flown to Afghanistan? How long does it take? Is the recruiter correct when she said the length of stay is generally 7-10 days in Houston? And I think I read that there are no ATM'S over there? That isn't correct is it? When we ger out R&R how are the arrangements made? And last but not least, my buddy went over last month though he has yet to call or email, when he went to Iraq the first time he could call and email, we haven't heard from him yet this time. The wife is bugging out a little about me not being able to call or email home? Sorry for any repeats.

Your flight could be 20 to 26 hours. Not sure of ammeneties in Afganistan my husband is in Iraq. You could be in Houston longer then 10 days especially due to Hurrican in Houston delaying flights out. I have heard the conditions in Afganistan are very cold winters and even less then Iraq. Good Luck.

The average stay in Houston if 14 days. Not all bases have ATM machines, but the main bases do have them (Bagram, Kandahar). It's about a 21 hour flight, you'll have 1 to 2 layovers. Computers are everywhere, hell I sit in front of one all day long here. Phones are everywhere as well, KBR will provide land lines routed through Houston, therfore when using a KBR phone it's like your calling from Houston and not Afghanistan. KBR has a travel dept. that will halp you schedule your R and R's.

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Does anybody know if KBR is still on a hiring freeze for foodservice

my boyfriend has been contacted by KBR to go to iraq or afghanistan he,s an electrician,he,s unsure if he will ow if he,need a drivers liscence,does anyone know if he,ll need one?

kerry mcgraw in Dundee, United Kingdom said: my boyfriend has been contacted by KBR to go to iraq or afghanistan he,s an electrician,he,s unsure if he will ow if he,need a drivers liscence,does anyone know if he,ll need one?

Yes he will need one.

Help, My husband just recieved word that he will be working in Afghanistan as an electrician through kbr. What are the living conditions over there? We have eight kids, I want to know what he is in for and if this is going to be worth it.

culfor1 in Valrico, Florida said: Help, My husband just recieved word that he will be working in Afghanistan as an electrician through kbr. What are the living conditions over there? We have eight kids, I want to know what he is in for and if this is going to be worth it.

go to Houston For Processing you will find it

culfor1 in Valrico, Florida said: Help, My husband just recieved word that he will be working in Afghanistan as an electrician through kbr. What are the living conditions over there? We have eight kids, I want to know what he is in for and if this is going to be worth it.

Depending on the camp he is assigned the conditions will vary. The larger camps that have been there are much better living conditions. In the newer developng camps he may be sleeping in large tents, eating MRE's. Winter is near and the winter's can be harsh. Be prepared to send winter clothing gear, lots of snow in the mountain areas. The money is good so save as much as you can and ride it out as long as you can. My hubby has been there 2 1/2 yrs in Iraq but will be coming home for good in the spring. Good luck.

I've seen post about people cheating and appparently having a great ole time over there, have you had any of these problems? And I'm guessing since he has been over there for several years that saftey is.....ok? I do not want to be a single mom! And how often does he get to come home or does he? Thanks for your help!!

Thanks

alcoa in greenville, South Carolina said: go to Houston For Processing you will find it

Where can I find this?

culfor1 in Valrico, Florida said: Where can I find this?

www.indeed.com/forum/cmp/KBR/Going-Houston-Processing/t87443

When he was working for KBR he came home every 120 days. He is now working for IAP and he comes home every 6 months. It could be more they every 120 days depending on the people in his department and when they have their R&R scheduled. It is relatively safe in Iraq but always remeber they are in a war zone and issues are much more in Afghanistan, but as my hubby says the odds are greater to be killed in an automobile accident then in a war zone. I just don't think about that part and stay busy.

Does he have a computer and or cell phone to comunicate on a regular basis? I'm sorry for all the questions but I'm very nerveous.

He has a computer but has never been able to get an internet connection but they are getting connections in some areas. He has always called every day. We purchase phone cards. The call will be from a Houston number so its state to state not international call.

Does your husband leave the base?

culfor1 in Valrico, Florida said: Help, My husband just recieved word that he will be working in Afghanistan as an electrician through kbr. What are the living conditions over there? We have eight kids, I want to know what he is in for and if this is going to be worth it.

Pretty good little site I found from a guy over there:

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I just googled Kabul Nato baseand got another story. It's a little old but tells about day to day life. I tried to post the link, but it says you can't post phone numbers. I guess it's reading the article number.

I was actually being considered for a position there, but haven't heard any word back yet. I hope this helps. You may also want to google some KBR spouse forums. They could have some good info as well.

Kodiak570

Only time he leaves camp is to fly to Baghdad for flight home. Usually by chopper, sometimes charter plane.

Thank you for all your help. If you can think of anything he or I might need or would like to know please please let me know! He is supposesd to be in Houston by the 11th.

e-mail me at afscme3920@aol . com and give me your phone number and I will give you a call.

Debbie

Hello can anyone help me I have been applying with KBR for over a year and have never heard anything back. I know I am qualified to do the work. Is there some sort of trick to get hired or do you have to know somebody. I have tried to get a recruiters number but have been unsuccessful. Any help would be appreciated. cje7271easton@aol.com

clintea said: Hello can anyone help me I have been applying with KBR for over a year and have never heard anything back. I know I am qualified to do the work. Is there some sort of trick to get hired or do you have to know somebody. I have tried to get a recruiters number but have been unsuccessful. Any help would be appreciated. cje7271easton@aol.com

I am in the same boat. I am a former employee who completed their contract, came home, and now I am looking to return. I have submitted resumes every month or two for over 2 years, and can't get anyone to call me back. I was qualified the first time, and now I guess I am no longer qualified?? Anyways, I know this is what I want to do for my career and not some flash in the pan job. So I sit and search and apply (on avergae about 12 hours a week) to get my ticket back to the Sandbox. Good Luck and don't get discouraged.

you are one ignorant

why do you say so dear mr,madam?

Debbie Creery in Gatesville, Texas said: e-mail me at afscme3920@aol . com and give me your phone number and I will give you a call.

Debbie

Debbie... when do you stop holding your breath every day waiting for thier call? Or wasting time at work reading through this blog just because other wives and girlfriends and posted thier own worries on it? When do you get used to thier absence?

myfairjuliet in McKinney, Texas said: Debbie... when do you stop holding your breath every day waiting for thier call? Or wasting time at work reading through this blog just because other wives and girlfriends and posted thier own worries on it? When do you get used to thier absence?

myfairjuliet My husband has been over almost two weeks.......it will be 14 days on Monday and I do not know if I will ever get used to him being gone. And I'm reading on the forum all the time as well..........Good question.

culfor1 in Valrico, Florida said: myfairjuliet My husband has been over almost two weeks.......it will be 14 days on Monday and I do not know if I will ever get used to him being gone. And I'm reading on the forum all the time as well..........Good question.

Mine left on the 17th... I assume it will get easier. I know we're strong enough to do this. Still miss him though. Don't think that will change. Don't think anyone else understand except the other folks on here.

myfairjuliet in McKinney, Texas said: Mine left on the 17th... I assume it will get easier. I know we're strong enough to do this. Still miss him though. Don't think that will change. Don't think anyone else understand except the other folks on here.

Did he leave Houston on the 17th? Is he in Bagram?

culfor1 in Valrico, Florida said: Did he leave Houston on the 17th? Is he in Bagram?

He left Houston on the 17th... he's at Camp Anaconda for about another week - Where's yours?

myfairjuliet in McKinney, Texas said: He left Houston on the 17th... he's at Camp Anaconda for about another week - Where's yours?

My husband left Houston on the 19th and is in Bagram. He is supposed to be leaving there in a couple of days to weeks....not sure when to go to Jalalabad.