Daniel Byard
Fort Wainwright,AK
Summary
- I served on active duty for the U.S. Army from 2013-2023 including my 16 week initial military training. I was trained to drive and operate armored trucks and use basic computer skills to navigate and analyze routes and terrain. I learned to work as a team and an individual with diverse communities of people and pay attention to details closely in high stress environments while working very efficiently. I also served in Iraq from 2017-2018. During my time overseas, I mainly assisted in navigation of routes and Raiding buildings and personnel in a timely manner. Also while overseas, I worked on shipping over 3.6 million dollars of equipment. I was trained in unloading, loading, and preparing containers for shipment as well as assisting in tracking the containers movement on a timed schedule.
- 2018-2019 I was assigned to border patrol providing security, I was organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
01.2021 - Current
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Managed over $2.5 million dollars worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Commander.
- Implemented necessary safety practices, proper firing commands and proper ammunition handling.
- Supervised firing platoon, maintained firing capability and organized platoon defense.
Section Leader
US Army
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Conducted performance reviews to identify employee strengths and encourage professional development opportunities.
- I was accountable for over $1 million dollars in equipment.
- I balanced mission and training requirements; inspired Soldiers to further their careers while simultaneously preparing them for follow-on assignments.
- I mentored and trained seven soldiers to receive promotion recommendations and advancement to the next level of responsibility.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Monitored and approved access control systems for accessibility to authorized personnel.
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
- Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for operations and maintain quality standards.
- Developed and implemented strategies to prevent and respond to security incidents.
- Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies, and plans.
Team Leader
US Army
07.2017 - 12.2020
- I consistently made ethical, effective, and efficient decisions even under challenging conditions.
- I communicated goals and obstacles effectively; ensured understanding and encouraged positive reactions and teamwork.
- I was an active leader during training classes in multiple leadership roles, curricular activities and events.
- I demonstrated the ability to anticipate or adapt to complex environments or changing situations; sustained operations.
- I inspired his team members to review and reinforce their qualifications; elevated the team's performance to new heights
- I deployed to our southern border in New Mexico and assisted border patrol for nine months and performed security measures along the border, I was responsible for the apprehension of fourteen immigrants.
Reconnaissance Cavalry Scout
US Army
01.2013 - 07.2017
- Operated wheeled and tracked vehicles and communications equipment.
- Educated newer members on platoon inner workings, answered questions and provided advice on daily duties.
- Prepared mission equipment for deployment and secured vehicles prior to transport.
- Communicated updates on task completion to supervisors, maintaining smooth operations.
- Analyzed terrain to identify advantageous positions for operations.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Naugatuck High School
Naugatuck, Connecticut06.2012
Skills
- Work well as both a team and an individual
- Disciplined and punctual
- Intelligent and able to learn new skills quickly
- Able to work in a high stress and fast paced environment
- Basic skills and knowledge of computers
- Issued a "secret" security clearance
- Pays close attention to detail
- Physical Stamina
- Security Operations Experience
- Reporting Skills
- Personal Security
- Emergency Response
- Staff Management
Accomplishments
I received 5 early promotions recommended by peers due to the high rate of learning and leadership progress shown through high quality of work.
Personal Information
Title: 19D Cavalry Scout
Timeline
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
01.2021 - Current
Section Leader
US Army
12.2020 - 01.2021
Team Leader
US Army
07.2017 - 12.2020
Reconnaissance Cavalry Scout
US Army
01.2013 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Naugatuck High School