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Bret Brochu

Canton,OH

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Dynamic leader with success spearheading tactical planning and leading teams through diverse operational requirements. Skilled trainer and mentor to subordinate personnel to improve productivity and technical understanding while maximizing team performance. Conversational [Language] abilities.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Sergeant

Ohio Army National Guard
North Canton, OH
11.2023 - Current
  • Monitored the performance of subordinates in order to improve effectiveness as a team.
  • Applied critical thinking and analysis skills to evaluate intelligence data and other variables to plan course of action.
  • Led detailed trainings on weapons systems for subordinates, enhancing overall team safety and cohesion.
  • Trained diligently on gym equipment and exercise courses to achieve combat resilience and advance in both rank and skill level.
  • Managed 15 Squad training exercises and battle drill fire teams.
  • Evaluated rapidly changing conditions and provided decisive leadership to cultivate effective and well-planned team movements.
  • Demonstrated exceptional equipment knowledge in infantry employment of weaponry, including rocket launchers, rifles, and mortars.
  • Inspected subordinate's uniforms, weapons, and gear before going out on missions.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Exercised high levels of maturity, experience, judgment and rapid critical thought to operational environments.

Staff Sargeant

US Army
Fort Drum, NY
10.2011 - 09.2023
  • Conducted daily physical training and combat drills to ensure platoon readiness.
  • Received and implemented combat orders and directed deployment of personnel in offensive, defensive, and retrograde operations.
  • Conducted surveillance missions to secure details regarding enemy activities and locations.
  • Supervised and delegated medical care and transport of casualties.
  • Supervised the execution of tactical operations during field exercises and deployments.
  • Maintained communication systems used by the platoon in order to facilitate communications between team members.
  • Surveyed and analyzed terrain to determine optimum equipment placement and use.
  • Inspected unit areas on a regular basis to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Assisted with planning and executing battalion-level field training exercises.
  • Maintained critical communication in electronic warfare environment.
  • Supervised, trained, cross-trained and mentored personnel assigned in various occupational specialties.
  • Controlled platoon in mounted and dismounted operations.
  • Managed ammunition requisitions for small arms weapons used by the platoon.
  • Evaluated individual Soldier performance through formal counseling sessions.
  • Monitored Soldier's morale and welfare while deployed in hostile environments.
  • Developed lesson plans on a variety of topics such as weapons proficiency, tactics, land navigation, first aid.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Evaluated personnel periodically on job performance and occupational-related strengths and weaknesses.
  • Mentored junior enlisted Soldiers on leadership principles and career development opportunities.
  • Oversaw realistic training and military education planning and administration.
  • Exercised high levels of maturity, experience, judgment and rapid critical thought to operational environments.
  • Led weekly squad leader meetings to discuss upcoming missions or events.
  • Applied critical thinking and analysis skills to evaluate intelligence data and other variables to plan course of action.
  • Analyzed intelligence data received from higher headquarters prior to executing missions.
  • Ensured all assigned equipment was properly maintained and accounted for.
  • Organized and maintained platoon personnel records, equipment, and supplies.
  • Formulated and led unit through offensive operations, including organizing mortar assaults and tasking assault units.
  • Conducted after action reviews to evaluate mission effectiveness following field exercises or operations.
  • Supervised training of foreign forces as part of internal defense efforts, strengthening knowledge and abilities of more than 400 troops.
  • Disciplined Soldiers in accordance with Army regulations when necessary.
  • Coordinated logistical support for the platoon including transportation, food service, medical evacuation.
  • Conducted quality control inspections of subordinate organizations to detect and correct deficiencies.

Welding Student

Penobscot Job Corps
Bangor, ME
02.2010 - 09.2010
  • Developed skills in MIG, TIG, stick arc and flux-cored welding processes.
  • Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
  • Repaired damaged or broken parts using various welding techniques.
  • Fabricated metal products from raw materials utilizing cutting torch or plasma cutter as needed.
  • Inspected completed welds to ensure they met quality standards.
  • Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
  • Welded components in flat, vertical or overhead positions as required by the job specifications.
  • Collaborated with team members on production goals and objectives.
  • Grinded surfaces to prepare them for welding operations according to specified requirements.
  • Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
  • Identified appropriate materials for welding jobs and determined proper welding techniques to use.
  • Participated in competitions related to welding fabrication processes.
  • Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
  • Instructed students in the use of welding equipment and safety protocols.

Facilities Maintenance Student

Penobscot Job Corps
Bangor, ME
11.2008 - 04.2009
  • Disassembled broken or defective equipment to facilitate repair.
  • Performed minor carpentry duties such as installing shelves or repairing doors.
  • Provided technical assistance to other departments in resolving operational issues with facility infrastructure components.
  • Followed instructions regarding duties and assignments for facility and machinery maintenance.
  • Performed building and equipment maintenance and repairs by doing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, vehicular and machinery work.
  • Inspected buildings and grounds to identify potential safety hazards or structural problems.
  • Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
  • Contributed to operational quality and efficiency by calibrating instruments, applying controls and implementing maintenance functions.
  • Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
  • Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
  • Maintained and operated landscaping equipment, such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and chain saws.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
  • Operated power tools including sanders, drills and saws safely in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Completed hands-on training with skilled carpenters, resulting in woodwork proficiency with equipment.
  • Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.

Property Services Attendant

Hollywood Slots And Raceway
Bangor, ME
08.2008 - 10.2008
  • Followed instructions regarding duties and assignments for facility and machinery maintenance.
  • Followed all safety guidelines when working with hazardous materials such as chemicals or fuels.
  • Employed best maintenance and safety practices with minimal complaints, incidents or lost-time accidents.
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
  • Managed inventory levels of supplies used for maintenance operations.
  • Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
  • Followed safety processes for all manual and electric cleaning equipment.
  • Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
  • Transported trash to disposal areas in a timely manner.
  • Cleaned spills immediately when necessary according to established procedures.
  • Used specialized equipment such as wet-dry vacuums to clean carpets and hard floor surfaces.
  • Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
  • Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
  • Created inventory checklists and stocked housekeeping carts.
  • Moved furniture, equipment or supplies manually or with hand trucks.
  • Kept bathrooms in clean, functional condition by scrubbing stalls, sanitizing sinks, and tidying storage shelves.
  • Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.

Residential Roofer

MJ Murphy & Sons
Somersworth, NH
12.2006 - 06.2007
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Diagnosed and identified sources of leaks, developing plans for repairs from total tear-offs to patchwork.
  • Repaired and maintained surface materials to make building exteriors weatherproof and waterproof.
  • Added vapor barriers or insulating materials on flat roofs.
  • Overlapped successive layers of roofing material, determining distance of overlap using chalk line, gauge on shingling hatchet and lines on shingles.
  • Utilized power tools such as nail guns to secure roofing materials into place.
  • Checked existing structures for proper installation of flashing around chimneys, vents and other openings.
  • Applied plastic coatings and membranes, fiberglass or felt over sloped roofs to prepare for shingle installation.
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
  • Kept worksites clean by removing debris regularly throughout the duration of a project.
  • Repaired leaks in roofs using waterproof sealants.
  • Worked regularly at advanced heights and followed all OSHA safety protocols and procedures for fall prevention.
  • Removed old shingles and tiles from roofs prior to installation of new material.
  • Selected necessary materials and calculated dimensions to develop plan appropriate to specifications.
  • Cut roofing materials to specified sizes using hand tools such as hammers, saws and knives.
  • Maintained and repaired roofing tools and equipment.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.

Apprentice Insulator

Northern Comfort Insulation
Rochester, NH
09.2006 - 12.2006
  • Removed old insulation and asbestos by following strict safety procedures.
  • Moved controls, buttons or levers to start blowers and regulate flow of materials through nozzles.
  • Measured, cut, and installed insulation materials in walls, ceilings, floors, attics and crawl spaces.
  • Helped operators align, move and adjust equipment and materials.
  • Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
  • Troubleshot and maintained auxiliary equipment.
  • Moved and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
  • Prepared construction sites, materials and tools for specific projects and loaded and unloaded equipment and products.
  • Removed debris, garbage and dangerous materials from sites and assembled and broke down ladder equipment.
  • Observed experienced professionals performing their duties in order to gain practical knowledge of industry standards.

Education

Combat Life Saver Certification

US Army Medical Corp
Fort Drum, NY
08-2023

Ammunition Storage, Transport Certification

ATTRS
Fort Drum, NY
08-2022

Equal Opportunity Liaison Certification

EO Program
Fort Drum, NY
04-2021

Advanced Leaders Course

Henry Caro Noncommissioned Officer Academy
Fort Benning, GA
07-2019

Basic Leaders Course

NCO Academy
Schofield Barracks, HI
06-2017

ASIST 15 Hour Training Certification

ASIST Program
Fort Bliss, TX
10-2016

Fire Warden Certification

Federal Fire Dept
Oahu, Hawaii
04-2016

40 Hour Hazmat Certification

OSHA
Fort Irwin, CA
04-2012

Welding Certification

Penobscot Job Corps
09-2010

Facilities Maintenance Certification

Penobscot Job Corps
Bangor, ME
04-2009

GED -

Penobscot Job Corps
Bangor, ME
10-2008

Skills

  • Decision-Making
  • Quality Assurance
  • Leadership
  • Networking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Recordkeeping
  • Self-Directed
  • Project Planning
  • Excellent Communication
  • Public Speaking
  • Planning
  • Task Prioritization
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Coordinating Training
  • Weapons Systems
  • Automatic Weapons
  • Combat Operations Planning
  • Offensive and Defensive Combat Operations
  • Teamwork and Loyalty
  • Personnel Mentoring
  • Radio Communications
  • Small Arms Weaponry
  • Managing Safety Gear
  • Anti-Armor Weaponry
  • Conducting Risk Assessments
  • Drill Marching
  • Reconnaissance
  • Sound Decision Making
  • Maintaining Equipment
  • Troop Development
  • Squad Leadership
  • Key Tactics and Techniques
  • Welding
  • Surface Preparation
  • Fabrication
  • Stick Welding
  • Sub-Arc Welding
  • Flux Core (FCAW) Welding
  • Supply Management
  • Written Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Active Listening
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Supervision and Leadership
  • Basic Carpentry
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Task Delegation
  • Contracting
  • Landscaping
  • Strong Analytical and Communication Skills
  • General Laborer
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Overseeing Training
  • Building Morale
  • Physical Conditioning
  • Training Implementation
  • First Aid and Buddy Care
  • Camouflage Techniques
  • Automatic Weapons Operation
  • Technical Expertise
  • Training Management
  • Mission Planning

Accomplishments

  • Given Award personally by Major General for assisting rescue operations of injured civilian, and assisting in recovery efforts.
  • x4 Awards for good conduct over 12 years.
  • x 5 Awards for outstanding performance and going above and beyond.
  • x 3 Awards for service related accomplishments recognized by the Brigade Commander
  • x 4 Awards for overseas service from the Pacific Region to the Middle east.
  • x 4 Awards for excellence for training aptitude by units preparing to go overseas..
  • Received Accommodation by Royal Thai Army Base Commander for excellence by instructing training for Thai soldiers in complex tactics while not speaking the language.
  • Placed in the top 3 Non Commissioned officers in all companies assigned.
  • Top 10% in Non Commissioned Officers in Promotion Evaluation across the Army.
  • Awarded Recognized by award by 2 Different Vocational Program Instructors as Most Accomplished Student.
  • Promoted ahead of peers in Board selection process for 2 Advanced Ranks.
  • Selected to lead movement during Rose Bowl Parade 2013.

Certification

  • Equal Opportunity Liaison Certification
  • Basic Leaders Course Certification
  • Advanced Leaders Course Certification
  • Combat Life Savers Course
  • ASIST Instructor Certification
  • Fire Warden Certification
  • OSHA 40 Hazmat Certification
  • Sexual Harassment and Assault Certification
  • Soldier For Life Program Certification
  • Ammunition Storage, Transport Certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Staff Sergeant

Ohio Army National Guard
11.2023 - Current

Staff Sargeant

US Army
10.2011 - 09.2023

Welding Student

Penobscot Job Corps
02.2010 - 09.2010

Facilities Maintenance Student

Penobscot Job Corps
11.2008 - 04.2009

Property Services Attendant

Hollywood Slots And Raceway
08.2008 - 10.2008

Residential Roofer

MJ Murphy & Sons
12.2006 - 06.2007

Apprentice Insulator

Northern Comfort Insulation
09.2006 - 12.2006

Combat Life Saver Certification

US Army Medical Corp

Ammunition Storage, Transport Certification

ATTRS

Equal Opportunity Liaison Certification

EO Program

Advanced Leaders Course

Henry Caro Noncommissioned Officer Academy

Basic Leaders Course

NCO Academy

ASIST 15 Hour Training Certification

ASIST Program

Fire Warden Certification

Federal Fire Dept

40 Hour Hazmat Certification

OSHA

Welding Certification

Penobscot Job Corps

Facilities Maintenance Certification

Penobscot Job Corps

GED -

Penobscot Job Corps

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