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Marine Corps Enlisted Job Descriptions

MOS 0621 - - Field Radio Operator

By Rod Powers, About.com

Type of MOS : PMOS

Rank Range: Sgt to Pvt

Job Description: Field radio operators identify personnel who employ radio to send and receive messages. Typical duties include the set up and tuning of radio equipment including antennas and power sources; establishing contact with distant stations; processing and logging of messages; making changes to frequencies or cryptographic codes; and maintaining equipment at the first echelon.

Job Requirements:

(1) Must possess an EL score of 90 or higher.

(2) Complete the Field Radio Operator Course at MCCES 29 Palms, CA.

(3) Must possess a valid state driver's license.

(4) Must be a U.S. citizen.

(5) Must have a secret security clearance.

Duties: For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to NAVMC Directive 3500.106, Communications Training and Readiness Manual.

Related Department of Labor Occupation Codes :

Radio/Telephone Operator 193.262-034

Related Marine Corps Jobs:

Airborne Radio Operator/Loadmaster, 7382.

Above information derived from MCBUL 1200, parts 2 and 3

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