Artillery Systems Operator & Technician

DC Army National Guard; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 5,200 - 6,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly drill pay

Tuition assistance

Health care benefits

Retirement benefits (part-time)

Job summary

DC Army National Guard in Marshfield, WI is seeking a Cannon Crewmember to operate howitzers and learn artillery tactics and strategy in support of national defense. As you advance, you may supervise other crewmembers in ammunition distribution and oversee cannon operations, training, and maintenance.

You will complete Basic Training, then Advanced Individual Training, with classroom and field components, while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Must be physically and mentally fit to perform under pressure.
• Ability to make quick decisions in challenging situations.
• Capable of working as a team member to accomplish missions.

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

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DC Army National Guard in Marshfield, WI is seeking a Cannon Crewmember to operate howitzers and learn artillery tactics and strategy in support of national defense. As you advance, you may supervise other crewmembers in ammunition distribution and oversee cannon operations, training, and maintenance.

You will complete Basic Training, then Advanced Individual Training, with classroom and field components, while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.