Indirect Fire Infantryman: Mortar Specialist & Leader

DC Army National Guard; Moundsville (WV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Montgomery GI Bill

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits for part-time/Army

Low-cost life insurance

401(k)-type savings plan

Student Loan Repayment Program

Health care benefits

VA home loans

Bonuses

Drill weekend pay

Job summary

The DC Army National Guard is seeking an Indirect Fire Infantryman to operate mortars, join mortar squads, and perform demanding tasks such as parachuting to access positions and camouflaging mortar sites.

As you advance you will supervise and train others, lead mortar squads, and implement combat orders while supporting offensive and defensive operations. Earn while you learn with paid training and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Interest in ammunition and weaponry.
• Readiness to accept a challenge and face danger.
• Physically and mentally fit for demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set up, load, and fire three types of mortars.
• Employ crew and weapons in offensive, defensive, and retrograde ground combat.
• Operate, clean, and store automatic weapons.
• Employ, fire, and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines.
• Carry out scouting missions to spot enemy troops and gun locations.

Skills

Interest in ammunition and weaponry

Readiness to accept a challenge and to

Physically and mentally in shape

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The DC Army National Guard is seeking an Indirect Fire Infantryman to operate mortars, join mortar squads, and perform demanding tasks such as parachuting to access positions and camouflaging mortar sites.

As you advance you will supervise and train others, lead mortar squads, and implement combat orders while supporting offensive and defensive operations. Earn while you learn with paid training and tuition assistance.