Cannon Crewmember

Weapons Systems Technician - Cannon CrewmemberAs a Cannon Crewmember in the Army National Guard, you join a team that ensures the U.S. maintains its battlefield superiority. You will have the opportunity to learn and use high-tech cannon artillery weapons systems and artillery tactics and strategy both of which translate into comparable civilian skills, such as familiarity with technology, strategic thinking, and decisiveness.

Other duties include:
Conducting wire and radio communications
Identifying target locations
Setting, loading, and firing artillery
Using computers to generate fire direction data
Operating heavy and light wheeled trucks and tracked vehicles
Transporting and managing artillery ammunition
Maintaining operational readiness of vehicles and equipment

And as your skills increase, so will your responsibilities. Advanced Crewmembers supervise other crewmembers in the distribution of ammunition, as well as manage cannon operations, training, and maintenance.

Earn while you learn

Get paid to learn! Join the Guard and you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

Job training for a Cannon Crewmember requires nine weeks of Basic Training, where you learn basic Soldiering skills. Then you will attend Advanced Individual Training (AIT), which consists of 14 weeks of additional training. Part of this time is spent in a classroom and part in the field under simulated combat conditions.

Benefits
Paid training
A monthly paycheck
Montgomery G.I. Bill
Up to 100 percent Tuition Assistance for college or vocational training (up to $4,500 per fiscal year, 1 October 30 September)
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 (If you do not have a diploma or GED, you may still apply ask a recruiter about how the Army National Guard can help you earn your GED.)
Must be male this job is not open to women
Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
Must be able to lift very heavy objects
Must have normal color vision
Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
Must meet citizenship requirements (see http://www.nationalguard.com/monster / for details)