Charles Havre
Solon
Summary
Dynamic military professional with extensive experience in the US Army National Guard, excelling in weapon maintenance and team communication. Proven ability to enhance unit readiness and operational efficiency through meticulous equipment checks and training. Adept at problem-solving and maintaining high standards in challenging environments, ensuring mission success.
Experience with performing regular maintenance and repairs on facility equipment. Utilizes strong troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve issues efficiently. Track record of maintaining safe and operational environments through preventive maintenance and teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bradley Gunner
US Army National Guard
02.2024 - Current
- Identified parts and services to maintain Bradley equipment and provided timely solutions to continue operations.
- Operated and maintained approximately 20 million dollars worth of heavy vehicles, serialized assets, weapons, and machine guns.
- Conducted detailed pre-mission equipment checks, ensuring all components were in peak operational condition.
- Operated advanced weapon systems proficiently, resulting in increased firepower capabilities for the unit.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
Infantryman
US Army
07.2020 - 02.2024
- Improved unit readiness by maintaining and repairing essential equipment, ensuring optimal performance in the field.
- Operated advanced communication systems to maintain constant contact between ground forces and higher headquarters.
- Trained new infantry soldiers on standard operating procedures.
- Helped support Polish forces in Ukrainian refugee aid
- Maintained Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicles to support armored movements and missions
Bus Boy
Moxie
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Followed proper sanitation guidelines when handling utensils, dishes, glassware, and linens to ensure guest safety and satisfaction.
- Supported servers with additional tasks such as refilling drinks, taking orders, or bringing out food when needed.
- Developed a strong understanding of restaurant layout and table numbers, enabling swift navigation and accurate delivery of items to the correct tables.
Maintenance Crew Member
Laurel School
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Painted large rooms while being organized and clean
- Maintained sporting fields such as painting lines and mowing the grass
- Assisted in preparing the outdoor facilities for school in the fall
Education
No Degree - English
Barton Community College
Fort Riley No Degree - Army Courses
US Army
Fort Riley 02-2024
High School Diploma -
Shaker Heights High School
Shaker Heights, OH06-2018
Skills
- Military operations
- Organizational leadership
- Team communication
- Weapon maintenance
- Briefing leadership
- Identifying hazards
- Physical fitness
- Land navigation
- Explosives handling
- Coordinating training
- Heavy lifting
- Cleaning procedures
- Painting expertise
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20 soldiers
- Crew preformed the best at company gunnery
- Received good conduct medal
- Deployed for a year to Poland
- Was promoted early to both Private First Class and Specialist for high performance
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Interests
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
- Gym Workouts
- Swimming
- Reading
- Strategy Games
Timeline
Bradley Gunner
US Army National Guard
02.2024 - Current
Infantryman
US Army
07.2020 - 02.2024
Bus Boy
Moxie
12.2019 - 06.2020
Maintenance Crew Member
Laurel School
06.2016 - 08.2018
No Degree - English
Barton Community College
No Degree - Army Courses
US Army
High School Diploma -
Shaker Heights High School