Rifleman Career

*A job as a Rifleman falls under the broader career category of Infantry. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Infantry : Operate weapons and equipment in ground combat operations. Duties include operating and maintaining weapons, such as rifles, machine guns, mortars, and hand grenades; locating, constructing, and camouflaging infantry positions and equipment; evaluating terrain and recording topographical information; operating and maintaining field communications equipment; assessing need for and directing supporting fire; placing explosives and performing minesweeping activities on land; and participating in basic reconnaissance operations.


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