Artillery Crewmember — Paid Training & Benefits

DC Army National Guard; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 4,500 - 5,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits for part-time duty

Health care benefits

Job summary

DC Army National Guard in Virginia seeks a Cannon Crewmember to operate artillery, identify targets, and coordinate fire. You will begin with Basic Training, followed by Advanced Individual Training, and progress to supervision roles as you gain experience.

The role builds leadership and tactical skills used in high-demand civilian jobs, with opportunities to advance through progressively responsible assignments.

Qualifications

• Must be physically and mentally fit to perform under pressure.
• Able to make quick decisions in dynamic situations.
• Capable of working effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wire and radio communications.
• Identify target locations for artillery.
• 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

Physi cal fitness

Decision making

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DC Army National Guard in Virginia seeks a Cannon Crewmember to operate artillery, identify targets, and coordinate fire. You will begin with Basic Training, followed by Advanced Individual Training, and progress to supervision roles as you gain experience.

The role builds leadership and tactical skills used in high-demand civilian jobs, with opportunities to advance through progressively responsible assignments.