Indirect Fire Infantryman Job in Linton 47441

As an Army National Guard Indirect Fire Infantryman, you’ll be trained and ready to be a vital part of a mortar squad, section, or platoon. You will perform challenging activities that may include parachuting from troop transport airplanes and camouflaging mortar fire positions. Plus, the teamwork, discipline, and leadership skills you learn as an Indirect Fire Infantryman will help you in any civilian career you choose.

And as your skills increase, so will your responsibilities. Advanced team members supervise and train other Soldiers, lead and control mortar squads, provide tactical and technical guidance to subordinates, and supervise the construction of mortar positions. Advanced Indirect Fire Infantrymen are responsible for receiving and implementing combat orders, directing Soldiers in offensive and defensive operations, and requesting, observing, and adjusting indirect supporting fire.

Earn while you learn
Get paid to learn! As an Army National Guard Indirect Fire Infantryman, you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

After 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you will learn fundamental Soldiering skills, you will attend eight weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), which will include a combination of hands-on simulated combat and classroom training where you will keep your skills sharp through frequent squad maneuvers, target practice, and war games.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability. Benefits subject to change.
Benefits

• Paid training


• A monthly paycheck


• Montgomery GI Bill


• Retirement benefits for part-time service


• Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)


• 401(k)-type savings plan


• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)


• Healthcare Benefits Available

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED


• Must be between the ages of 17 and 35


• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards


• Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)

Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $196.26 and $254.91 per drill weekend)
Programs and benefits are subject to change.