U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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55-3016 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.

Military Enlisted Tactical Operations and Air/Weapons Specialists and Crew Members (broad occupation)

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Last Modified Date: October 26, 2009