Infantry Specialist: Ground Operations & Team Leadership

DC Army National Guard; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

GI Bill benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Low-cost life insurance

401(k)-type savings plan

Student Loan Repayment Program

Health care benefits

Job summary

The DC Army National Guard seeks Infantryman candidates to serve on the frontline, conducting ground operations and leading teams in combat or disaster response. Expect disciplined teamwork, strong work ethic, and a commitment to service.

Training includes 14 weeks of Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training (AIT), with paid instruction and access to tuition assistance and future civilian career benefits.

Qualifications

• Willingness to accept challenges.
• Ability to perform well under stress.
• Physically and mentally in shape.
• Ability to work as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reconnaissance operations.
• Employ, fire, and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines.
• Operate weapon systems under various conditions, including engaging targets using night vision sights.
• Operate and maintain communications equipment.
• Perform as a member of a fire team during training and combat missions.
• Process prisoners of war and captured documents.
• Aid in the mobilization of vehicles, troops, and weaponry.
• Use, maintain, and store combat weapons (e.g., rifles, machine guns, anti-tank mines, etc.).

Skills

Willingness to take on challenges

Stress resilience

Physical & mental fitness

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The DC Army National Guard seeks Infantryman candidates to serve on the frontline, conducting ground operations and leading teams in combat or disaster response. Expect disciplined teamwork, strong work ethic, and a commitment to service.

Training includes 14 weeks of Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training (AIT), with paid instruction and access to tuition assistance and future civilian career benefits.