GUNNER’S MATE (El Paso)

GMs maintain firearms, from handguns to ship-mounted guns.

GMs are responsible for all firearms and weapons systems, ammunition, and pyrotechnics in the Coast Guard. You’ll be trained in mechanical, electronic, and hydraulic systems, as well as ammunition and pyrotechnics handling. GMs use, maintain, and train others on all Coast Guard small arms and shipboard weapons systems to ensure every unit’s readiness to perform law enforcement and defense duties. GMs are assigned to a wide variety of units both afloat and ashore.