Brandaiyah Portenier
Pueblo West,CO
Summary
Dynamic Combat Engineer with extensive experience in demolitions and landmine detection from the US Army. Proven ability to enhance mission success through effective situational awareness and rigorous training. Skilled in breaching techniques and military bridge assembly, contributing to troop mobility and safety in high-pressure environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Combat Engineer
US Army
11.2019 - Current
- Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
- Located mines through both visual means and use of mine detectors, neutralizing all enemy threats and booby traps.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Constructed floating bridges and temporary roadways to facilitate movement of large convoys of equipment and personnel to and from battle areas.
- Assured mission success with accurate reconnaissance reports on enemy positions, terrain features, and obstacles.
- Expedited troop mobility with well-executed breaching techniques for natural or man-made obstacles during missions.
- Constructed durable bridges, roads, and field fortifications to facilitate troop movements and logistics support.
- Established secure perimeters around base camps to enhance force protection measures against potential threats.
- Employed, fired and recovered anti-personnel and anti-tank mines.
Cash Register Operator
Wendys Fast Food
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Reduced wait times for customers through quick transaction processing and multitasking abilities.
- Managed high volumes of transactions during peak hours, maintaining accuracy and efficiency under pressure.
- Contributed to sales goals by upselling promotional items during the checkout process.
- Enhanced store reputation with attentive service and accurate transaction processing.
- Assisted in inventory management, contributing to a well-stocked and visually appealing store.
- Provided training support for new hires on operating the cash register system effectively.
- Processed various forms of payment accurately, including cash, credit cards, checks, and gift cards.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, ensuring their overall satisfaction with their shopping experience.
- Supported teammates during busy periods by assisting with bagging or restocking shelves as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Trinidad High School
Trinidad, CO05.2019
Skills
- Demolitions expertise
- Physical fitness
- First aid proficiency
- Military bridge assembly
- Weapons handling
- Situational awareness
- Counter-iED measures
- Breaching techniques
- Landmine detection
- Route clearance operations
Timeline
Combat Engineer
US Army
11.2019 - Current
Cash Register Operator
Wendys Fast Food
01.2019 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Trinidad High School
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