Performs crew maintenance and participates in organizational maintenance of section equipment. 13F2O. Assists fire support sergeant in training of subordinates in fire support procedures, techniques, and tactics, and supervision of section operations, maintenance, and training. Prepares observer target lists and assists in formulating offensive and defensive fire support plans. Initiates requests and adjusts field artillery, mortar, and naval gunfire using all methods of adjustment including continuous and coordinated illumination. Initiates suppressive and screening fire to support scheme of maneuver and performs crater analysis.
Orients map and prepares terrain sketch and visibility diagram.
Supervises the performance of operator, crew and organizational maintenance on section vehicles and equipment. Supervises and directs the construction, camouflage and defense of the section position. Assists senior targeting NCO in targeting cells. Advises and assists fire support sergeants of subordinate elements in fire panning and coordination techniques. Drafts fire support plans for tactical operations orders and plans.