Aaron Gonzales
Mission
Summary
Dynamic and disciplined professional with proven leadership as a SGT in the Texas Army National Guard. Expert in small unit tactics and effective communication, successfully managing logistical support and enhancing team performance. Strong focus on team cohesion and mission success, adapting to changing scenarios with ease. Skilled in weaponry, navigation, and physical endurance. Dependable, driven, and ready to make impactful contributions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infantryman (11B)
Texas Army National Guard
02.2020 - Current
- Infantry OSUT Fort Benning GA
- Civil Disturbance Mission during the 2021 Presidential Inauguration
- Operation Lonestar (2021-Present).
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Navigated challenging terrain using map reading skills, GPS technology, and natural landmarks for efficient travel during Training.
Cashier
H-E-B Grocery
09.2018 - Current
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
Grocery Stocker
Juniors Supermarket
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing prompt assistance with locating items and answering inquiries.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Improved store organization by efficiently stocking shelves and maintaining clean, clutter-free aisles.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
UTRGV
Edinburg, TXSkills
- Squad movement
- Battlefield communication
- Physical fitness
- Small unit tactics
- Combat lifesaving
- Land navigation
- First aid expertise
- Patrolling procedures
- Ambush execution
- Camouflage and concealment
- Hand-to-hand combat
- Terrain analysis
- Tactical questioning
- Team leadership
- Radio communications
- Safety protocols
- Troop development
- Weapons systems
- Training expertise
- Safety guidelines
- Report writing
- Firearm safety
- Decision-making
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Promoted to SGT in The Texas Army National Guard
- Texas Outstanding Service Medal
- Adjutant General's Individual Award
- Texas Boarder Security and Support Service Ribbon
- Armed Forces Service Medal
- Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon
- National Defense Service Medal
- Army Service Ribbon
Certification
- Phantom First Responder Combat Life Saver Course
- Basic Leadership Course
- TEEX Swiftwater Awareness
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Infantryman (11B)
Texas Army National Guard
02.2020 - Current
Cashier
H-E-B Grocery
09.2018 - Current
Grocery Stocker
Juniors Supermarket
06.2017 - 08.2018
No Degree - Criminal Justice
UTRGV
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