Artillery Systems Technician: Fire Direction & Crew Lead

DC Army National Guard; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

401(k)-type plan

Student loan repayment

Health care benefits

VA home loans

Bonuses

Job summary

DC Army National Guard is seeking Cannon Crewmembers to operate howitzers and learn artillery tactics. Trainees will learn to conduct wire and radio communications, identify targets, and handle artillery equipment.

Advanced crewmembers supervise others, manage operations and maintenance, and participate in reconnaissance missions within a disciplined team. Training includes Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training.

Qualifications

• Must enlist in the Army National Guard and meet citizenship requirements.
• Age between 17 and 35.
• Must pass a physical exam and meet legal and 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

Physically fit

Decision making

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DC Army National Guard is seeking Cannon Crewmembers to operate howitzers and learn artillery tactics. Trainees will learn to conduct wire and radio communications, identify targets, and handle artillery equipment.

Advanced crewmembers supervise others, manage operations and maintenance, and participate in reconnaissance missions within a disciplined team. Training includes Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training.