Anthony Cardoza
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Accomplished Infantry Squad Leader and Air Transportation Specialist with a proven track record in tactical leadership and team management. Excelled in logistics, training, and performance improvement within the US Army and USAF, securing 4 Army Achievement Medals. Skilled in patrolling techniques and maintaining high levels of physical fitness. Fluent in Italian with a Secret security clearance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantry Squad Leader
US Army
Fort Lewis
11.2021 - Current
- Managed logistical requirements for the squad, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed.
- Maintained a high level of discipline and professionalism in the squad, leading by example at all times.
- Improved squad performance by implementing rigorous training and evaluation methods.
- Mentored junior soldiers on career progression opportunities within the Infantry field, providing guidance on promotion paths and required qualifications for advancement.
- Deployed to Korea in October 2022
- Awarded 4 Army Achievement Medals for technical knowledge and problem-solving abilities
Contingency Response Airmen
USAF
Travis AFB, CA
10.2018 - 11.2021
- Assigned to the 821 Contingency Response Squadron at Travis AFB
- Managed unit scheduling using Powerpoint, Excel, and GTIMS for 250 personnel
- Inspected and moved over 8 million pounds of cargo in 21 trips across the US
- Unit fitness manager, developed workouts and tracked fitness progression of 250 personnel
Air Transportation Specialist
USAF
Spangdahlem AB Germany
02.2016 - 10.2018
- Served as an air transportation specialist at Spangdahlem AB, Germany
- Qualified for joint inspection and hazmat inspection
- Conducted cargo inspections in various countries including Germany, Bulgaria, Romania, Poland, United Arab Emirates, and Qatar
Education
Certificate - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Unit Movement Officer Academy
Fort Lewis WA07.2024
Diploma - Leadership
Advanced Leadership Course
Camp Robinson AR05.2024
Diploma - Leadership
Basic Leadership Course
Camp Humphreys Korea05.2023
Diploma - Leadership
Airmen Leadership School
Travis AFB, CA12.2019
Certificate - Joint Inspection
Joint Inspection Certification
Spangdahlem AB 06.2018
Certificate - Hazardous Material Inspector
Hazmat Academy
Fort Lee, VA01.2017
High School Diploma - Highschool
Indian Valley Academy
Greenville, CA05.2015
Skills
- Tactical Leadership
- Team Management
- Patrolling Techniques
- Physical Fitness
- Attention to detail
- Coachable and adaptable
- Fast learner
- Team player
- Proficient in Italian
- Secret security Clearance
Accomplishments
Keynote Speaker at the Air Force ALS Academy graduation, speech garnered over half a million views
Languages
Italian
Professional Working
Timeline
Infantry Squad Leader
US Army
11.2021 - Current
Contingency Response Airmen
USAF
10.2018 - 11.2021
Air Transportation Specialist
USAF
02.2016 - 10.2018
Certificate - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Unit Movement Officer Academy
Diploma - Leadership
Advanced Leadership Course
Diploma - Leadership
Basic Leadership Course
Diploma - Leadership
Airmen Leadership School
Certificate - Joint Inspection
Joint Inspection Certification
Certificate - Hazardous Material Inspector
Hazmat Academy
High School Diploma - Highschool
Indian Valley Academy