Mortar Infantryman: Fire Support, Training & Tuition

DC Army National Guard; Newport (TN); On-site; USD 4,500 - 11,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

A monthly paycheck

Student Loan Repayment Program

Job summary

DC Army National Guard seeks an Indirect Fire Infantryman to operate mortars within a squad, provide precision fire, and support tactical missions in various environments. As you gain experience, you may supervise mortar teams, receive combat orders, and coordinate indirect fire during offensive and defensive operations while earning tuition assistance and steady pay.

Recruiting emphasizes readiness, physical fitness, and the willingness to serve part-time with generous benefits and retirement

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for military enlistment in the Army National Guard.
• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
• Must be between ages 17 and 35.

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 do

Physically and mentally in shape

Job description

DC Army National Guard seeks an Indirect Fire Infantryman to operate mortars within a squad, provide precision fire, and support tactical missions in various environments. As you gain experience, you may supervise mortar teams, receive combat orders, and coordinate indirect fire during offensive and defensive operations while earning tuition assistance and steady pay.

Recruiting emphasizes readiness, physical fitness, and the willingness to serve part-time with generous benefits and retirement