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Eli Nelson
Saint Paul,MN
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Summary
Dedicated Biomedical Equipment Specialist (68A) in the Minnesota National Guard with hands-on medical equipment maintenance, calibration, and field support experience. Customer-focused background in hospitality and landscaping with strong troubleshooting, training, documentation, and teamwork skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biomedical Equipment Specialist (68A) E-3/PFC
Minnesota National Guard
01.2025 - Current
- Performed preventive maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of clinical and field medical equipment (monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps, diagnostic devices).
- Conducted routine inspections, functional testing, and maintained maintenance logs and supply inventories to ensure mission readiness.
- Supported medical units during training and deployments by diagnosing faults and restoring equipment under time-sensitive conditions.
- Trained medical personnel on safe operation and basic troubleshooting of biomedical devices.
- Coordinated with logistics to order parts and manage equipment disposition, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Landscaping Technician
Croixland Outdoors
Somerset
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Performed grounds maintenance including planting, pruning, mowing, and seasonal cleanups for residential and commercial properties.
- Communicated with clients to assess needs and ensure satisfaction.
- Plowed snow using a truck-mounted plow and performed safe winter route operations.
- Towed material trailers, picked up and transported bulk materials (river rock, mulch, pavers, block), and conducted on-site material deliveries.
- Operated and maintained landscaping equipment; conducted routine safety checks and adhered to safe urban and rural driving practices with a truck and trailer.
Summer Camp Instructor (Ages 3-6)
Hudson Tennis Association
Hudson
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Ensured child safety, managed group behavior, and communicated with parents regarding progress and schedule.
- Planned and led age-appropriate tennis activities and motor-skill games for groups of young children.
- Supported skill development, teamwork, and positive camp experiences.
Host / Server / Trainer / To-Go Expert
Applebee's
Hudson
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Greeted guests, managed seating flow, and coordinated reservations to optimize dining operations.
- Served guests, processed POS transactions, and maintained service standards.
- Trained new staff on customer service, POS operation, and order accuracy.
- Managed takeout operations and ensured timely, accurate order fulfillment.
Host
Milwaukee Burger Company
Hudson
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Coordinated front-of-house guest interactions, seating, and waitlist systems to enhance guest experience.
- Assisted servers during peak periods and facilitated training for new hosts to improve service efficiency.
Education
Basic Combat Training Course Diploma -
United States Army
Fort Sill05-2025
High School Diploma -
Hudson High School
Hudson06-2023
Skills
- Biomedical equipment maintenance
- Calibration and troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance and functional testing
- Biomedical device safety
- Technical documentation and user support
- Inventory management and safety compliance
- Customer service excellence
- POS systems operation
- Landscaping equipment operation
Technical Tools
- Multimeter, calibration equipment, medical device testing tools
- Maintenance tracking & inventory systems
- Landscaping tools and equipment
- POS systems
Languages
German
Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Affiliations
- Volunteer Junior Varsity Coach for Hudson High School - 2024
Certification
- Certificate of Completion for Biomedical Equipment Specialist (USA) - Medical Education & Training Campus, Fort Sam Houston, TX
- Certificate of Formal Affiliation with The United States Army Medical Department Regiment - The Surgeon General, United States Army
Timeline
Biomedical Equipment Specialist (68A) E-3/PFC
Minnesota National Guard
01.2025 - Current
Landscaping Technician
Croixland Outdoors
08.2024 - 05.2026
Summer Camp Instructor (Ages 3-6)
Hudson Tennis Association
06.2024 - 06.2025
Host / Server / Trainer / To-Go Expert
Applebee's
02.2022 - 06.2024
Host
Milwaukee Burger Company
07.2020 - 11.2020
Basic Combat Training Course Diploma -
United States Army
High School Diploma -
Hudson High School