| Job Title : |
Multiple rocket crewmember |
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| Job Reference : |
usang |
| Location : |
United States |
| Posted on : |
Wed May 07, 2008 |
| Job category: |
National Guard, Enlisted, Combat Support |
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| Job Description |
The National Guard multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) crewmember helps ensure success on the battlefield. A crewmember on the MLRS team helps support infantry and tank units with cannon artillery. Duties include:
- Driving the MLRS launcher and resupply vehicles
- Maintaining the launcher and vehicles
- Reloading ammunition
- Mounting radio and communication systems in the vehicles
Training
National Guard training usually is scheduled to accommodate a member’s civilian life, whether it is for the job or school. Each member first attends Initial Entry Training. After basic training, a solider then reports for Advanced Individual Training, which may vary in length depending on your specialty. Training continues for one drill weekend each month and one annual training period, which is usually two weeks in the summer.
Helpful skills
An ideal candidate for National Guard multiple launch rocket system crewmember should:
- Have normal color vision
- Be able to remain calm in stressful situations
- Enjoy working on a team
In time, you may achieve an advanced level for a National Guard multiple launch rocket system crewmember with supervisory duties and tasks requiring advanced skills. |
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