Field artillery radar operators perform the entire duties required for emplacement, orientation, and operation of field artillery radar equipment. They prepare the radar equipment, power generator and associated equipment for movement and operation, lay communications wire, install and operate field telephones, perform preventive maintenance, construct field fortifications, and camouflage and protect the equipment position. Upon promotion to staff sergeant and appropriate formal schooling, the 0842 will be designated MOS 0848.
Prerequisites.
(1) Must possess a GT score of 105 or higher.
(2) Must have a secret security clearance.
(3) Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Requirements.
(1) Complete the Field Artillery Firefinder Radar Operator Course.
(2) This MOS will be retained as an additional MOS upon promotion to staff sergeant in MOS 0848.
Duties.
For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to reference (m), Artillery Training and Readiness (T&R) Manual.
Related SOC Classification/SOC Code.
Radar and Sonar Technicians 55- 017.
Related Military Skill.
None.
