Artillery Crewmember: High-Tech Howitzers & Tactics

DC Army National Guard; Fayetteville (PA); On-site; USD 9,100 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Montgomery GI Bill

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits for part-time duty

Low-cost life insurance

401(k)-type savings plan

Student Loan Repayment Program

Health care benefits

VA home loans

Bonuses, if applicable

$200–$250 per drill weekend

Job summary

DC Army National Guard seeks a Cannon Crewmember to support artillery operations, communications, and target identification. You will learn to operate high-tech cannon systems while developing leadership and teamwork skills that translate to civilian careers.

Training includes Basic Training (10 weeks) and Advanced Individual Training (7 weeks), with benefits such as paid training, a monthly paycheck, and tuition assistance. This role offers part-time service with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit and able to perform under pressure.
• Must be 17–35 years old and meet enlistment requirements.
• Must meet citizenship and legal/moral standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wire and radio communications.
• Identify target locations.
• Set, load, and fire artillery.
• Use computers to generate fire direction data.
• Operate heavy and light wheeled trucks and tracked vehicles.
• Transport and manage artillery ammunition.
• Maintain operational readiness of vehicles and equipment.
• Participate in reconnaissance operations.

Skills

Physical fitness

Quick decision-making

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DC Army National Guard seeks a Cannon Crewmember to support artillery operations, communications, and target identification. You will learn to operate high-tech cannon systems while developing leadership and teamwork skills that translate to civilian careers.

Training includes Basic Training (10 weeks) and Advanced Individual Training (7 weeks), with benefits such as paid training, a monthly paycheck, and tuition assistance. This role offers part-time service with opportunities for advancement.