Job Description:

• 1) Loads and fires field artillery gun or howitzer during combat or training situations: Selects firing site and positions cannon according to orders.

• 2) Camouflages position if terrain and situation require camouflage.

• 3) Loads ammunition into breech of cannon.

• 4) Fires cannon upon order.

• 5) Realigns cannon position to engage target and repeats cannon firing procedures to fulfill mission requirements on target.

• 6) Inspects weapon and replaces worn or unserviceable parts, such as gears, springs, and ejectors.

• 7) Cleans and lubricates hubs, wheels, and similar assemblies, using handtools, brushes, solvents, and rags.