Chase Sinnett
Fort Irwin
Summary
U.S. Army Staff Sergeant with over 10 years of experience leading teams, managing equipment, and executing complex operational and maintenance missions. Proven expertise in artillery operations and in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining track vehicles and heavy equipment. Recognized for exceptional leadership, training development, safety enforcement, and ability to manage high-tempo environments. Brings strong mechanical aptitude, logistics coordination experience, and project/team management skills to civilian technical, operations, or supervisory roles.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Sergeant (E-6)
U.S. Army
01.2015 - 01.2026
- Led maintenance teams responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing track vehicles and heavy equipment, ensuring 95%+ operational readiness.
- Performed inspections, serviced engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, and suspension components.
- Managed work orders, parts requisitions, and maintenance documentation in GCSS-Army.
- Trained junior mechanics on proper repair procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards.
- Coordinated with supply/logistics to track parts, tools, and repair timelines, minimizing equipment downtime.
- Supervised artillery firing operations, weapons systems maintenance, safety procedures, and ammunition handling.
- Served as section chief, leading teams of 5–10 soldiers in high-tempo field environments.
- Ensured proper maintenance, inspection, and functionality of artillery systems, vehicles, and support equipment valued at over $5M.
- Developed and executed training plans covering weapons systems of operation, emergency procedures, and physical readiness.
- Conducted risk assessments, maintained safety compliance, and enforced standards during live-fire missions and field operations.
- Managed inventory, accountability, and secure transport of sensitive equipment and ammunition.
- Increased equipment readiness rates by optimizing repair workflows and improving maintenance documentation accuracy.
- Recognized with multiple commendations for leadership, training excellence, and operational performance.
- Successfully trained and mentored 30+ soldiers, improving unit proficiency and readiness.
- Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment throughout deployments and training cycles.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
U.S. Army Advanced Leadership Course
Some College (No Degree) -
U.S. Army Basic Leadership Course
Some College (No Degree) -
91 H Tracked Vehicle Repairer
HAZMAT Certification -
Some College (No Degree) -
Cold Weather Leaders Course
Some College (No Degree) -
13B Cannon Crewmember
Some College (No Degree) -
Unit Movement Officer
Some College (No Degree) -
Air Assault School
Some College (No Degree) -
Combat Life Savorers Course
Some College (No Degree) -
Unit Amour Course
Skills
- Leadership and team supervision
- Maintenance management and troubleshooting
- Heavy equipment repair
- Safety compliance enforcement
- Technical training and mentorship
- Operational planning and execution
- Inventory control
- Quality assurance and control
- Hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems
- Equipment readiness documentation
- Task prioritization
- Recordkeeping
- Problem solving
- Parts management
- Supply chain coordination
- Equipment inspection
Accomplishments
- Increased equipment readiness rates by optimizing repair workflows and improving maintenance documentation accuracy.
- Recognized with multiple commendations for leadership, training excellence, and operational performance.
- Successfully trained and mentored 30+ soldiers, improving unit proficiency and readiness.
- Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment throughout deployments and training cycles.
Additional Information
Secret, GCSS-Army, Microsoft Office, maintenance documentation systems, True, other JST certifications available upon request
Education And Certifications
- U.S. Army Advanced Leadership Course
- U.S. Army Basic Leadership Course
- Technical training in hydraulics, engine systems, electrical troubleshooting
- HAZMAT Certification
Timeline
Staff Sergeant (E-6)
U.S. Army
01.2015 - 01.2026
Some College (No Degree) -
U.S. Army Advanced Leadership Course
Some College (No Degree) -
U.S. Army Basic Leadership Course
Some College (No Degree) -
91 H Tracked Vehicle Repairer
HAZMAT Certification -
Some College (No Degree) -
Cold Weather Leaders Course
Some College (No Degree) -
13B Cannon Crewmember
Some College (No Degree) -
Unit Movement Officer
Some College (No Degree) -
Air Assault School
Some College (No Degree) -
Combat Life Savorers Course
Some College (No Degree) -
Unit Amour Course