Experienced Sergeant Infantryman offering 5+ years of experience with the United States Marine Corps. Solid communication, planning and problem-solving abilities. Outstanding team collaboration and leadership skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice Lineman Training
Southeast Lineman Training Center
01.2024 - Current
Instructed and evaluated on how to build and maintain all aspects of powerline construction.
Instructed and evaluated on safely climbing and maneuvering wooden poles.
Equipment Operation Including: Digger Derrick, Bucket Truck, and Crane.
Academic Training Including: Basic electricity, Electrical Systems, Rigging, Basic Metering, Substations, and Transformers.
Exposed to various elements of accident prevention including: Safety Rules, Safety Meetings, Housekeeping, Near miss and accident review discussions, Proper care, use, and storage of tools and equipment, and tool and equipment inspections.
Field Training spending approximately 320 hours performing various introductory training activities. Demonstrating the ability to perform over 85 competencies including: Tool and Equipment Operation, Climbing, Personal Performance, Simulated emergency storm restoration, Rigging, Underground Distribution, T & D Construction, Maintenance, and Operation.
Combat Marksmanship Instructor
United States Marine Corps
09.2019 - Current
Delivered periods of instruction to Marines and Sailors in a classroom and field setting on: Marksmanship and Firearm fundamentals, Ballistics, Range operations, Weapons handling procedures, Effects of weather, Zeroing procedures, and Multiple target engagement methods.
Prepared, Managed, and Facilitated live-fire range operations.
Ensured safety of Marines and Sailors firing by serving as Primary Safety Officer during range operations.
Prepared courses of fire for Marines and Sailors to conduct and managed expended round counts.
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
08.2021 - 11.2023
Supervised and led squad of [13] Marines, setting high standard of efficiency, loyalty and integrity.
Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
Executed reasoned and efficient decision-making to foster troop discipline and unity.
Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status, and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
0311 Infantry Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
06.2018 - 11.2023
Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises.
Trained over multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop warfighting and defense capabilities.
Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
Security Forces Marine
United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 08.2021
Patrolled grounds to monitor status and safety of premises.
Supervised, Deployed, and Tactically employed [40] Marines and Sailors in order to maintain and ensure security of strategic weapons, and strategic weapon systems of the United States Military. Responded to emergency situations quickly and calmly for professional support.
Remained calm and alert especially during emergency situations to maintain order and confidence in authority.
Identified and reported suspicious activity to prevent security incidents.
Observed CCTV cameras to detect potential threats and respond accordingly.
Maneuvered communications vehicles, intrusion detection equipment, and other special-purpose equipment to facilitate operations.
Education
Lineman Apprentice Training - Electrical And Power Transmission Installation
Southeast Lineman Training Center
Trenton, GA
04.2024
High School Diploma -
White Plains High School
Anniston, AL
05.2018
Skills
Critical Thinking and Analysis
Ability to Listen, Follow, and Obey Instructions from Superiors and Peers
Ability to work proficiently in extreme weather including but not limited to: Extreme Cold/Snowy conditions, Rain, Thunderstorms, Extreme Heat / Humidity, High Winds, etc
Multitasking
Problem Solving
De-Escalating Conflicts
Mental Toughness
Delegation of Tasks Between Peers and Subordinates
Accomplishments
August 2018: Meritoriously promoted to the rank of Private-First Class in Basic Training
March 2019: Awarded a Meritorious Mast commendation and "Gung-Ho" award while serving as a student in orientation platoon.
April 2019: Promoted to Lance-Corporal.
October 2019: Received a Certificate of Appreciation from Guard Monitor Inspectors for "Professionalism, continuing actions, academic acumen, and attention to detail" during a monitor post inspection.
December 2019: Meritoriously promoted to the rank of Corporal, a non-commissioned officer for superior performance of duty.
September 2020: Awarded a Meritorious Mast commendation for graduating Combat Marksmanship Trainers Course as Honor Graduate, placing first in my class.
July 2021: Awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for superior performance of duty while serving as a Section Leader, Corporal of the Guard, and Marksmanship Instructor. Stood more that 600 hours posted as Corporal of the Guard. Flawlessly employed a platoon sized element in order to successfully complete [12] Strategic Weapon moves. As Section Leader, Developed [80] Marines in all aspects of technical skills, tactical proficiency, and professional development. Trained over 400 Marines and Sailors across countless Combat Marksmanship Program and Combat Pistol Program ranges, improving the lethality and effectiveness of the company as a whole.
July 2022: Promoted to the rank of Sergeant.
Certification
Combat Marksmanship Coach [September 2019]
Combat Marksmanship Trainer [September 2020]
Basic Security Guard Course [January 2019]
Infantry Rifleman Course [November 2018]
Company Level Intelligence Cell [August 2021]
Advanced Water Survival [May 2022]
Corporal's Course Leadership [April 2021]
Timeline
Apprentice Lineman Training
Southeast Lineman Training Center
01.2024 - Current
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
08.2021 - 11.2023
Combat Marksmanship Instructor
United States Marine Corps
09.2019 - Current
Security Forces Marine
United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 08.2021
0311 Infantry Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
06.2018 - 11.2023
Lineman Apprentice Training - Electrical And Power Transmission Installation
Southeast Lineman Training Center
High School Diploma -
White Plains High School
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