Artillery Crewmember & Weapons Systems Technician

DC Army National Guard; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

GI Bill

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Health care benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

DC Army National Guard seeks Cannon Crewmembers to operate howitzers and support artillery tactics. You will learn to use high-tech cannon weapons systems and contribute to battlefield readiness through drills and field exercises.

As experience grows, you may supervise Crewmembers in ammunition distribution, cannon operations, training, and maintenance while upholding Army values and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to perform under pressure and make quick decisions.
• Strong teamwork and discipline are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conducting wire and radio communications
• Identifying target locations
• Setting, loading, and firing artillery
• Using computers to generate fire direction data
• Operating heavy and light wheeled trucks and tracked vehicles
• Transporting and managing artillery ammunition
• Maintaining operational readiness of vehicles and equipment
• Participate in reconnaissance operations

Skills

Physical fitness

Decision making

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Artillery weapons systems

Job description

DC Army National Guard seeks Cannon Crewmembers to operate howitzers and support artillery tactics. You will learn to use high-tech cannon weapons systems and contribute to battlefield readiness through drills and field exercises.

As experience grows, you may supervise Crewmembers in ammunition distribution, cannon operations, training, and maintenance while upholding Army values and safety standards.