Overview
The Indirect Fire Infantryman supervises or is a member of a mortar squad, section or platoon. The mortar has the most power and range of any weapon in the infantry unit when on the battlefield.
Job duties
- Set up, load and fire three types of mortars: 60 mm, 81 mm or 120 mm
- Employ crew and weapons in offensive, defensive and retrograde ground combat
- Operate clean and store automatic weapons
- Employ, fire and recover antipersonnel and antitank mines
- Locate and neutralize mines
- Carry out scout missions to spot enemy troops and gun locations
Training
Twenty-two weeks of One Station Unit Training, which includes 10 weeks and 3 days of Basic Combat Training and 22 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field at Fort Benning, GA. Your skills are kept sharp with frequent squad maneuvers, target practice and war games.
Required ASVAB score
Combat (CO): 87 Learn more about the ASVAB .
Helpful skills
- Interest in ammunition and weaponry
- Readiness to accept a challenge and face danger
- Physically and mentally in shape
- Ability to work as a team member
Civilian career relevance
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in federal, state and local law enforcement.
Recruiter verification required. North Dakota availability, qualifications, training length, incentives and service terms can change.
Source: Army National Guard career record · Updated 2025-03-07