SFC Jody Ellis

Army | Cannon Crew Member

Dates of Service: no date specified

RETIRED

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Served over 18 years so far. I have been to many places and I have met a lot of interesting people. I love the Army and it's been good to me but I'm ready to hang it up and let the younger generation of Soldiers take over.

Military Experiences

Apr 2006 - Mar 2012

Platoon Sergeant

B BTRY, FA SQDRN, 3rd CR, III Corps | Fort Cavazos, TX

Platoon Sergeant in a M109A6 155MM Fires Squadron assigned to a 3d ACR; mentors the Platoon Leader in the planning, preparation, and execution of collective training in support of the Brigade s full spectrum operation; supervises platoon operations and maintenance of all assigned platoon equipment valued in excess of $14,000,000; directly responsible for the morale, welfare, discipline, and accountability of 40 personnel; trains platoon on METL and non traditional tasks focused on the Global War on Terro

Feb 2002 - Mar 2006

Howitzer Section Chief

A BTRY, 1-6 FA, 3rd BCT, 1st ID | Bamberg, Germany

Served as a Howitzer Section Chief in an M109A6 155MM; prepares howitzer for direct and indirect fire; supervises the handling and care of ammunition; supervises operator and crew maintenance of the howitzer, prime-mover; responsible for leading and training ten personnel in their MOS and basic Soldier skills; ensures digital and voice communications with the FDC is established and maintained; trains personnel on METL tasks and non traditional tasks focused

Mar 1998 - Feb 2002