Robins AF Base partners support hiring over 800 jobs [Video]

Despite some long-time missions ending, Robins Air Force Base has new missions creating new jobs.

WARNER ROBINS, Ga. — As missions transition at Robins Air Force Base, more than 800 new jobs are opening up. Base leaders are looking to replace retiring workers while also opening some entirely new positions.

“The other good part of that is when they tread out, now we can start tapping into the next generation, ” Col. Christopher Dunlap shared with Houston County business leaders two weeks ago at State of the Base.

Several other leaders shared that they rely on schools and businesses to train these workers and help provide entertainment for them to enjoy the city.

Part of that next generation of employees is getting training at Central Georgia Technical College.

“We have 19 academic programs that all align with the missions of Robins Air Force Base,” Dean of Aerospace, Training and Industry Mike Pace said.

From High School to college level, Mike Pace …