ALVIN SOLUM
Longview,Washington
Summary
Dedicated military professional with over 20 years of experience, offering a wealth of skills and insights gained through national service. Proven track record of commitment to duty and mission success, complemented by strong leadership and problem-solving abilities. Eager to leverage extensive expertise and positive intangibles cultivated in high-pressure environments to contribute effectively to organizational goals. Ready to embrace new challenges and drive results in a dynamic workplace.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army National Guard
Longview, WA
08.2021 - 08.2025
- Acted as the senior enlisted leader within the Platoon (PLT). Mentored not only the other Soldiers of the PLT but advised and mentored the Platoon Leader in the completion of various tasks.
Readiness NCO
United States Army National Guard
Longview, WA
10.2020 - 08.2025
- While serving as a Readiness NCO, functioned as the Commanders' representative in all day-to-day functions. Assisted in planning and advising unit leadership in the successful execution of the Squadron Commanders intent. Responsible for pay, logistics, training, and administrative tasks in the unit.
Training NCO
United States Army National Guard
Pasco, WA
08.2014 - 10.2020
- Facilitated, organized, and helped plan all training events for the unit. Planned and executed all travel and Army school attendance for Soldiers. Assisted Readiness NCO in all other required tasks.
Scout Team Leader/Section Leader
United States Army National Guard
Pasco, WA
08.2014 - 08.2017
- Lead and supervised team/and section members in the execution of reconnaissance and security tasks.
M1A1 Tank Commander
United States Army National Guard
WA
06.2013 - 08.2014
- Was selected as one of two E5(SGT) Tank Commanders in the Battalion. Oversaw and managed the execution of all operations on my tank, and the welfare of my crew.
M1A1 Armor Crewman
United States Army National Guard
WA
08.2007 - 06.2013
- While serving as a loader and gunner on the M1A1 Abrams Main Battle Tank (MBT), I assisted with various maintenance tasks, and executed the loading and firing, of the Abrams main gun. Was selected to represent the Washington National Guard in the very first Sullivan Cup, the world's premier MBT competition. Received multiple awards for excellence.
Inflight Refueler
United States Air Force
AA
02.2004 - 02.2007
- Managed and executed the offload of mission critical fuel to US and Allied aircraft while mid-air. Responsible for the upload, and offload, of all cargo on the KC-135 aircraft. Ensured that cargo loads were secured correctly, safely, and Center of Gravity (CG) was calculated properly. Recorded near 5000 flying hours, flying all over the world in support of US contingency operations, in the Middle East and South Asia.
Education
Longview Community College
Longview, WA06.2027
High School - undefined
Kubasaki High School
Camp Foster, Okinawa06.2003
Skills
- Personnel management
- Operational planning
- Fostering positive team dynamics
- Security management
- Safety monitoring
- Equipment control
- Building morale
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Tools
Timeline
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army National Guard
08.2021 - 08.2025
Readiness NCO
United States Army National Guard
10.2020 - 08.2025
Training NCO
United States Army National Guard
08.2014 - 10.2020
Scout Team Leader/Section Leader
United States Army National Guard
08.2014 - 08.2017
M1A1 Tank Commander
United States Army National Guard
06.2013 - 08.2014
M1A1 Armor Crewman
United States Army National Guard
08.2007 - 06.2013
Inflight Refueler
United States Air Force
02.2004 - 02.2007
High School - undefined
Kubasaki High School
Longview Community College