Adam Herfendal
Raeford ,NC
Summary
Proven leader and tactical expert from the US Army, adept in personnel management and operational planning. Enhanced mission outcomes and unit readiness through innovative training coordination and morale building. Developed comprehensive SOPs, significantly reducing errors. Skilled in adapting to diverse learning styles, ensuring team cohesion and high performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Platoon Sergeant
US Army
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Trained, supervised and organized over 28 soldiers and personnel.
- Collaborated with fellow NCOs to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
- Promoted safety awareness within the platoon, significantly reducing accidents during training exercises and deployments.
- Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
Drill Sergeant
US Army
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with fellow drill sergeants to share best practices in training methodologies, resulting in improved instructional techniques across the board.
- Increased unit readiness by conducting comprehensive field training exercises and hands-on weapon instruction.
- Streamlined training schedules by coordinating with other instructors, optimizing resource allocation, and minimizing logistical issues.
- Assisted struggling trainees individually by identifying their weaknesses early on while developing tailored remedial plans that addressed specific needs effectively.
- Enhanced trainee performance by implementing rigorous physical fitness programs and demanding obstacle courses.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and unique challenges faced by individual trainees.
Operations NCOIC
US Army
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Coordinated training programs for staff development, resulting in improved productivity and team morale.
- Served as liaison between departments, fostering effective communication and collaboration toward shared objectives.
- Reduced errors by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions in a timely manner.
- Developed comprehensive SOPs, ensuring consistency in team performance and adherence to guidelines.
Squad Leader
US Army
11.2015 - 08.2016
- Maintained discipline within the ranks by enforcing standards of conduct expected from a professional military organization consistently and fairly.
- Conducted thorough after-action reviews following each operation to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
- Developed tailored training programs to address individual skill gaps, resulting in improved performance across the entire squad.
- Enhanced team cohesion with regular debriefings, feedback sessions, and team-building exercises.
- Adapted quickly to changing conditions on the battlefield, allowing the squad to maintain focus on primary objectives without being distracted by unforeseen challenges.
- Ensured mission success through diligent planning, preparation, and execution of assigned tasks.
Education
No Degree - Auto Technology
Ridge Water Tech
Willmar, MNSkills
- Personnel Management
- Operational planning
- Building morale
- Training Coordination
- Physical Fitness
- Overseeing training
- Tactical Expertise
Continued work on vehicles throughout my career in the US. Army
-Computer diagnosis
-Transmission diagnosis/ Transmission replacement
- Engine repair/ Engine replacement
- Exhaust repair
- Tire Replacement
- Tire repair
-Brake repair/ replacement
-Engine rebuilds
Timeline
Platoon Sergeant
US Army
11.2022 - 11.2023
Drill Sergeant
US Army
10.2018 - 01.2021
Operations NCOIC
US Army
09.2016 - 10.2018
Squad Leader
US Army
11.2015 - 08.2016
No Degree - Auto Technology
Ridge Water Tech