Job Details
The Infantry is the backbone of the Army. These Soldiers fill the literal boots on the ground who are responsible for taking or holding ground during any combat operation. Youll attack, repel, and capture enemy ground forces using advanced weapons and tactics.
Job Duties
Assist in reconnaissance operations
Employ, fire, and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines
Operate weapon systems under various conditions, including engaging targets using night vision sights
Operate and maintain communications equipment
Perform as a member of a fire team during training and combat missions
Process prisoners of war and captured documents
Aid in the mobilization of vehicles, troops, and weaponry
Use, maintain, and store combat weapons (e.g., rifles, machine guns, anti-tank mines, etc.)
Helpful Skills
Willingness to accept challenges
Ability to perform well under stress
Physically and mentally in shape
Ability to work as a team member
Your training and experience as an Infantryman in the Army National Guard will instill discipline and management skills. Youll learn not only teamwork, but how to lead your team in a combat situation or while responding to a natural disaster. Every employer wants someone with these qualities because these are the people a company can depend on to accomplish any task. The strong work ethic, valuable skills, and undeniable experience you gain in the Army National Guard will give you the edge you need in today's competitive job market.
Earn While You Learn
Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.
Job training for an Infantryman requires 14 weeks of Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training (AIT). Part of this time is spent in a classroom and part in the field under simulated combat conditions.