Mortar Specialist — Indirect Fire Infantry (Paid Training)

National Guard; Moundsville (WV); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Guard seeks an Indirect Fire Infantryman to operate mortars as part of a squad, section, or platoon. You will construct and camouflage mortar positions, locate targets, and neutralize mines while coordinating with teammates on mission objectives.

As you gain experience, you’ll supervise teams, train others, and translate combat orders into effective indirect fire. This role emphasizes discipline, teamwork, and readiness for diverse assignments across state and federal missions.

Qualifications

• Must have interest in ammunition and weaponry.
• Must be ready to face danger and challenges.
• Must be 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

Job description

The National Guard seeks an Indirect Fire Infantryman to operate mortars as part of a squad, section, or platoon. You will construct and camouflage mortar positions, locate targets, and neutralize mines while coordinating with teammates on mission objectives.

As you gain experience, you’ll supervise teams, train others, and translate combat orders into effective indirect fire. This role emphasizes discipline, teamwork, and readiness for diverse assignments across state and federal missions.