Gabriel Blake
Cleveland, TX,TX
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Combat Engineer with U.S. Army experience, specializing in demolitions and tactical communications. Proven track record in leading teams, maintaining high safety standards, and enhancing operational readiness. Recognized for expertise in explosive handling and a strong work ethic, contributing to successful mission outcomes and effective disaster response initiatives.
Focused Combat Engineer with knowledge and skills needed to implement efficient procedures and lead and mentor peers. Background working in all kinds of conditions and handling multiple duties simultaneously. Ready to employ exceptional team assistance, mentoring, and decision- making talents.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Combat Engineer
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2022 - 11.2025
- Operated and maintained demolition equipment for explosive ordnance disposal missions.
- Conducted terrain analysis to support mission planning and execution.
- Collaborated with team members to construct defensive positions and obstacles.
- Implemented safety protocols while handling explosives in high-risk environments.
- Trained junior soldiers on combat engineering techniques and equipment usage.
- Led training exercises simulating combat scenarios to enhance unit readiness and effectiveness.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $500,000.
- Played a key role in disaster response efforts through rapid establishment of emergency infrastructure components like temporary bridges or water supply systems.
- Sergeant/ E5 leading 5-10 soldiers at a time for 2yrs.
Yard Laborer
McCoy’s
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Operated forklifts and hand tools to move materials efficiently within yard environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in loading and unloading delivery trucks, contributing to timely inventory management.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity on job site.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections, reporting issues promptly for maintenance action.
- Improved yard organization by efficiently sorting and stacking materials according to type and size.
- Assisted and engaged with workers operating machinery and equipment to facilitate production process.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tarkington High School
Cleveland, TX03.2022
Skills
- Physical fitness
- Demolitions expertise
- First aid proficiency
- Military bridge assembly
- Situational awareness
- Ground reconnaissance
- Vehicle maintenance
- Survivability operations
- Tactical communications
- Roadway construction
- Heavy equipment operation
- Explosive handling
- Building obstacles
- Professional development tasks
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and loyalty
- Safety regulations
- Training expertise
- Maintaining equipment
- Self aid buddy care (SABC)
- Preventing incidents
Accomplishments
• 3x awarded while in combat
• Hands on medical aid
• High physical demand
Certification
• Fire inspector
•CLS/First aid certified
•OSHA construction 10hr
•OSHA general 10hr
•DOT card holder
Timeline
Combat Engineer
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2022 - 11.2025
Yard Laborer
McCoy’s
02.2022 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Tarkington High School