Eric L Martin
Hope Hull,Alabama
Summary
Award-winning Security Specialist with 13+ years’ experience managing transportation and logistics for US military. Resourceful professional with a proven history of providing strong leadership and developing dynamic teams. Knowledgeable in all operational aspects of fleet management, budget administration, quality assurance, inventory control, and customer service. Demonstrated ability to cultivate collaborative culture which motivates staff initiative to drive company growth.
Overview
2015
2015
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Conductor
CSX RAILROAD
2016 - 2021
- Coordinated training programs for new hires, ensuring they were well-prepared for their roles as Freight Conductors.
- Identified potential risks during daily operations, taking proactive measures to mitigate hazards and maintain safety standards.
- Reduced operational costs with thorough inspections of freight cars, identifying maintenance issues early.
- Maintained accurate records of all cargo transported to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns promptly and professionally to maintain positive relationships with clients.
Senior Training and Development Specialist
RAYTHEON TECHNICAL SERVICES
03.2012 - 03.2014
- Deliver high-level training to enlisted senior leadership in Afghan forces, collaborating with interpreters to deliver lessons and address field questions.
- Develop curriculum, training schedule, and learning aids to teach driving practices, basic regulations, traffic control measures, speed control, overall safety, and reporting.
- Oversee training for students from various Afghan provinces, instructing safe operation of 10K Atlas forklift.
- Provide hands-on classroom training and individual mentorship to ensure proficiency in all assigned vehicles.
- Showcase safe and accurate driving techniques while operating Light tactical Vehicles, Up Armor HMMWV, and Medium Tactical Vehicles.
Tier 1 Security Site Supervisor
EODT SECURITY CONTRACTOR
10.2011 - 02.2012
- Partner with Afghan National Security to detect and prevent theft, damage, trespassing, and sabotage.
- Enforce installation's security regulations, exercising tact, courtesy, and authority in all protection duties.
- Manage vehicle and pedestrian access, conducting traffic stops and verifying identification through verbal questioning and records authentication.
- Record visitor information, documenting reason for visit.
- Inspect contents of commercial and governmental, examining and analyzing containers, personal property, and document to identify potential security risks.
- Patrol perimeters, roadways, parking structures, and other high traffic areas, inspecting interiors of shops, storage, facilities, and administrative structures to ensure ongoing security.
Platoon Sergeant
US ARMY
08.2008 - 08.2011
- Oversaw combat readiness training, civilian and military education, and technical and tactical proficiency for 9 Non-Commissioned Officers and 28 soldiers.
- Established internal controls and procedures, monitoring enforcement of policy within company.
- Implemented measures to improve discipline, general welfare, and team morale.
- Coordinated comprehensive transportation support for 1 ESC, 3 Brigades, 4 Combat Sustainment Support Battalions, 13 Forward Operating Bases, 25 task forces, 2 NATO countries, and local civilians.
- Managed transport logistics for 10 Palletized Loading Systems (PLS) with 14 trailers, 4 MRAP All-Terrain Vehicles, and 4 MAXXPRO MRAPs valued at over $7 million and supplies moved valued at over $1.8 billion.
Assistant Truck Master
US ARMY
06.2006 - 08.2008
- Provided key transportation support to 3 Brigades, 5 Combat Sustainment Support Battalions, 8 Forward Operating Bases, 18 Task Forces, American citizens, and local nationals.
- Oversaw ongoing maintenance and repairs for fleet of 32 Heavy Equipment Transporters (HETs) with 44 trailers, 12 5-Ton LMTVs, and 10 FMTVs valued at over $9 million and supplies moved valued at over $11.5 million.
- Guided internal policy, demonstrating calm under pressure in direction of 12 challenging CLPs throughout the northern region of Iraq.
Team Leader/Squad Leader
US ARMY
11.2003 - 06.2006
- Established training program to prepare Iraqi Security Forces to operate various wheeled vehicles, including Armored High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWV), International 7 Ton Cargo, International 7 Ton w/1200 Gallon POD w/complete, serviceable BII, HMMWVs, and M1025, M1151, and M1152 vehicles.
- Conducted inspections of training area to enforce compliance with safety policies and ensure adherence to training procedures and environmental regulations established by higher headquarters.
- Enforced safety procedures to maintain proper standards for weapons firing and target emplacement.
- Held full accountability for 10 vehicles and various equipment valued at over $1 million.
Motor Vehicle Operator/Team Leader
US ARMY
11.1999 - 11.2003
- Drove wheeled vehicles and equipment, navigating varied terrain and roadways to support combat operations.
- Managed tracking of transported personnel and cargo, ensuring proper cargo loading and securing goods against inclement weather, pilferage, and damage.
- Coordinated vehicle recovery and associated repairs, documenting deficiencies and assisting mechanics.
- Organized convoys and dispatched vehicles as requested, verifying vehicle logbooks to ensure accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Troy University
Troy, AL05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Troy University
Troy, AL05-2020
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX2018
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Customer-focused approach
- Training methodologies
- Complex problem solving
- Sound judgment
- Army Instructor Qualified
- Operations management
- Curriculum development and assessment
- Personnel management
- MS Office Suite
- Secret Security Clearance
Accomplishments
- Developed Programs of Instruction for 10K Atlas Forklift, certifying 300 students in safe equipment operation.
- Selected from pool of 14 senior Non-Commissioned Officers to serve as Platoon Sergeant.
- Maintained personal responsibility for over $7 million of command equipment, amassing zero deficiencies, losses, or damages.
- Held 100% accountability for diverse equipment set worth over $16 million during multiple overseas deployments.
- Expanded multi-lateral relations with Iraq and Afghanistan to strengthen partnership and enhance security.
- Promoted to Senior Training and Development Specialist after 4 months’ employment in recognition of exemplary performance at Tier 1 Security Site.
Additional Information
- Bronze Star Medal
- Army Commendation Medal with Valor
- Combat Action Badge
- Army Commendation Medal (3)
- Army Achievement Medal (4)
- Drivers Badge
- Army Good Conduct Medal (3)
Timeline
Senior Training and Development Specialist
RAYTHEON TECHNICAL SERVICES
03.2012 - 03.2014
Tier 1 Security Site Supervisor
EODT SECURITY CONTRACTOR
10.2011 - 02.2012
Platoon Sergeant
US ARMY
08.2008 - 08.2011
Assistant Truck Master
US ARMY
06.2006 - 08.2008
Team Leader/Squad Leader
US ARMY
11.2003 - 06.2006
Motor Vehicle Operator/Team Leader
US ARMY
11.1999 - 11.2003
Freight Conductor
CSX RAILROAD
2016 - 2021
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Troy University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Troy University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College