Damian De Santiago

Reading and interpreting blue prints to analyze the technical information in these documents to determine the placement, positioning, and structural requirements of iron and steel components.

Fabrication structural components. cutting, shaping, and weld metal pieces according to the specifications outlined in the blueprints. Using cutting torches, shears, and other tools to create accurate and properly sized components.

Erecting and installing the structural framework of the building or structure using cranes, hoists, and other lifting equipment to position steel columns, beams, girders, and other structural elements

Bolting, welding, and connecting structural components.

Communicates effectively to ensure the proper execution of the project, coordinate tasks, and address any issues or concerns that arise during the construction process.

Prioritize safety guidelines and use personal protective equipment to minimize the risk of accidents or injuries.

Inspecting and maintaining tools, rigging, equipment and safety tools. Ensuring that all equipment is in good working condition and repot any issues of malfunctions promptly

The squad leader is the senior Infantry Soldier in the squad and is responsible for everything the squad does or fails to do. He is responsible for the care of the squad's Soldiers, weapons, and equipment, and leads the squad through two team leaders. During operations, the squad leader —

• Is the subject matter expert (SME) on all battle and individual drills?
• Is the subject matter expert for the squad's organic weapons employment, and employment of supporting assets?
• Knows weapon effects, surface danger zones (SDZ), and risk estimate distances for all munitions.
• Uses control measures for direct fire, indirect fire, and tactical movement effectively.
• Controls the movement of the squad and its rate and distribution of fire (including call for and adjust fire).
• Fights the close fight by fire and movement with two fire teams and available supporting weapons.
• Selects the fire team's general location and temporary sector of fires in the defense.
• Communicates timely and accurate situation reports (SITREP) and status reports, including —Size, activity, location, unit, time, and equipment (SALUTE) spot reports (SPOTREP).
  Status to the PL (including squad location and progress, enemy situation, enemy killed in action [KIA], and security posture).
  Status of ammunition, casualties, and equipment to the platoon sergeant.
  
• Employs digital mission command systems available to the squad and platoon.
• Operates in all environments to include the urban environment.
• Conducts troop-leading procedures.
• Assumes duties as the platoon sergeant or platoon leader as required.
• Understands the mission and commander's intent two levels up (platoon and company).