Active Duty PJ, Indoc & Prep Course Instructor, Recruiter

This is the Holy Grail of information about joining the Air Force to be in Special Warfare. The man the myth the legend Kris Tomes is in the team room to share his experiences as not only and Pararescueman with some great experiences under his belt, but also as an instructor.
In this episode, he lays it all out from the good things he has seen candidates do as well as things you should avoid while trying to get into the military. He has literally been a part of every step of the process to becoming a PJ and will explain exactly what is necessary for you to be successful not only in selection but throughout your career.
Kris Tomes literally oozes motivation and his heart truly lies in helping the next generation be better than we ever were and he is out there doing everything he can to ensure that happens. We are proud of him and everything he is doing for the community and are thankful to have him on the show.
Chapter Markers:
00:00 Intro
1:59 Background
3:13 Age Requirements
4:20 Just Do It
7:44 Character Traits of a successful candidate
13:53 Expectations
24:15 Pet Peeves from an instructor
26:59 Cone Expectations
37:59 Recruiting FAQs
46:19 Favorite Position as PJ
55:21 Self Motivation and what got him through tough times
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[@obeezytex5466]

One of my favorite moments with TSgt Tomes was when he had us all sing “ three little birds” in between 25 meter underwaters, that helped us and taught us ways to be relaxed in the water. God bless him.

[@timothybird2850]

This is my recruiter. I started the process of getting all my paperwork together.... then broke my leg. I’ll come back stronger ready to go.

[@larrybeel5143]

I’m rooting for you

[@andyrodriguez1511]

Get it brother 💪

[@ronaldgunthrop7449]

youll be back smarter and more efficient/disciplined for sure. stay positive itll heal faster

[@giginumber1fann]

Thank you guys for doing this every week!

[@jamesmcdermott7642]

This channel is great, you guys have helped me a lot and have been a source of invaluable information through this process

[@ronaldgunthrop7449]

"good luck is when preparation meets opportunity "

[@treviangreen1077]

The best recruiter out there!! Amazing dude.

[@jamesmcdermott7642]

This dude is exceptional

[@xXscissors_61Xx]

Keep em coming! I’d love more special reconnaissance info!

[@sinslayr683]

Thanks for continually going over the eyesight requirements. I'm a year out till I finish college and my eyes are really awful and not eligible for lasik so I try to know the standard just to be prepared or to see if there are any new pieces of information that could help or hurt me.

[@jaimefigueroa5625]

Great episode! 💪🔥

[@xXscissors_61Xx]

I love these!

[@kevinst.george8174]

Thanks guys, I watch all these and take a lot of notes. I been through assessment and didnt get selected for needing to improve on my leadership. I am going back within the next few months and I believe these vids are giving me the tools to get me selected this time.

[@OnesReady]

Good on you, and good luck. -A

[@nikmoist4558]

Blessed to call Tomes my recruiter and mentor

[@mastr-sf1jv]

Cool vid, ill take it all to heart.

[@kasthegreat4883]

ive made it another week knowing I've been getting after it!!!!!!!

[@dilana9531]

Thank you guys for the podcast btw you should interview Barrett McCulloch on cct career field

[@channinghoyt5296]

Much appreciated

[@awolasap4554]

I am training right now to be a cct. This was one of the best podcast episodes yet. Thank you for all what you guys do.

[@thespaniard977]

I'm getting rdy as well but I'm in a spot where I can't decide which job to shoot for tacp or cct whats you're input just out of curiosity what made you choose cct

[@killaace92]

Would you guys have any issue interviewing someone who was into the AFSPECWAR community but who now has transitioned within a govt agency as a federal Leo in a tactical team like BORSTAR, USSS SOG, USMS SOG, and etc? Or interview someone who is currently in the reserve/ANG side of the house like the PJ unit in Long Island ny or the one in Los Angeles ?

[@Flowmada]

I'm 35. Active duty Navy. Prior Corpsman, broke leg in two places trying to go Recon/SARC bout 6 years ago. Thought I was done. I finish my bachelors in 2 years from TA alone. May just be the remaining testosterone in my system calling for a purpose, but Combat Rescue Officer... I can just show up to selection at 38 years old and hang with 18/19 year olds? Guess you can choose to spend a mid-life crisis well, or buy a sports car like everybody else. I'd rather be the sports car

[@mauriciosandoval2806]

Get after it 👍

[@samuelhall9961]

Thank you for all you guys do. If there is ever a good opportunity could u explain the requirements for a waiver if you have ADHD? I know that you need to be off meds for 2 years. But for somebody who is no longer in school, how should I show I can function off adderall? Recommendation letter from work? Anything like that?

[@smnthmpsn4139]

TSgt Tomes: most likely to make you laugh during the smoke. Or teach you a trucker’s hitch 😂

[@firespikes15]

Straight facts!

[@SneadPressureWashing]

Can you wear glasses being a PJ ? I know y’all talked about vision being 20/20 corrected but is that only for Lasik I surgery ?

[@montellscott9412]

Does retrainnees get the opportunity to go to prep?

[@alyssalucas2976]

Do you guys have an advice or experience to share for females going into spec war training?

[@Ky-vv8nj]

Don't

[@kirramcdowell]

Be able to do the same things the guys do. Gender doesn’t matter and you are not special or get it easier because you are female.

[@justelynnnjoelle]

LET'S FREAKIN GOOOOOO YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO ooh, I added "yo" this time. Making big moves up in here.

[@milspeccress8864]

Not good enough playboy, gonna need a 🤙 next time

[@justelynnnjoelle]

@@milspeccress8864 I shall indeed. Watch out for it next Friday.

[@milspeccress8864]

@@justelynnnjoelle I will be waiting and judging.

[@luke25871]

Wait, who is the PJ with the katana I hear about

[@christopherbarham4402]

Have you guys ever gotten someone who had a misdemeanor in as a pj? I got it expunged. I’ve lost 60 pounds and studying the asvab like crazy

[@kazalfastsen9144]

It's possible! Never quit at pursuing your passion.

[@kalimusclesmall8703]

If it’s expunged should be good

[@estevanfrias6677]

What is cone?

[@OnesReady]

It’s the common term for people inside the pipeline. All students are cones.

[@estevanfrias6677]

Can I be a PJ if I get LASIK surgery?

[@OnesReady]

Yes.

[@etwanican_7439]

29:54 running a 7 minute 3 mile? That’s insane

[@EnzoEverything1]

7 minute pace

[@YohanM99]

Inventer 1000 8ct

[@milspeccress8864]

Lol one of my buddies here on deployment had to do 1002 8 counts with his prep class because the class before him did 1001 as a punishment.

[@YoungNinja-117]

@@milspeccress8864 That's fucked lmao!

[@kevinyanezmartinez6121]

My bad for being a rookie but Whats a 1000 8ct

[@milspeccress8864]

@@kevinyanezmartinez6121 1000 burpees lol

[@thespaniard977]

what would disqualify you at the recruiter's office?