James Grow

The indirect fire infantryman serves as a supervisor or as a member of a mortar squad, section, or platoon. Employs crew and individual weapons in offensive, defensive and retrograde ground combat tactical operations.

• Kept up-to-date on mission objectives by researching intelligence targets to understand significance in geopolitical context.
• Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
• Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
• Directed logistical training procedures in accordance with military regulations.
• Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
• Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
• Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
• Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
• Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status, and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
• Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.