Mortar Specialist - Indirect Fire Infantryman (Paid Training)

DC Army National Guard; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 4,800 - 6,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Montgomery GI Bill

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Health care benefits

VA home loans

401(k) plan

Student loan repayment

Bonuses

Job summary

DC Army National Guard is seeking personnel to operate mortars as part of a squad or platoon. You will set up, load, and fire mortars and contribute to offensive and defensive operations while maintaining equipment and training discipline.

Advance to leadership roles with training and practice in directing squads and following combat orders. The program includes paid training, tuition assistance, and retirement benefits for part-time service.

Qualifications

• Military enlistment is required.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam.
• Citizenship requirements apply per NATIONALGUARD.com details.

Responsibilities

• Set up, load, and fire mortars as part of a crew.
• Employ and control mortar squads in combat operations.
• 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

Mortar interest

Challenge readiness

Physical fitness

Mental stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DC Army National Guard is seeking personnel to operate mortars as part of a squad or platoon. You will set up, load, and fire mortars and contribute to offensive and defensive operations while maintaining equipment and training discipline.

Advance to leadership roles with training and practice in directing squads and following combat orders. The program includes paid training, tuition assistance, and retirement benefits for part-time service.