Hunter Keena
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Dynamic and disciplined professional with extensive experience as an Indirect Fire Infantryman in the US Army, excelling in small unit tactics and combat lifesaving. A proficient expert with all occupational specialty weapon systems. Proven ability to enhance team efficiency and mission success through effective leadership and precise fire direction control. Committed to maintaining high standards and achieving results under pressure.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Indirect Fire Infantryman
US Army
01.2024 - Current
- As an Ammo Bearer I assisted in getting the mortar system laid on a direction of fire, prepared rounds, ran out to place the aiming poles, and pulled security awaiting a fire mission.
- As an Assistant Gunner, I helped leveling the sight bubbles after emplacement and hung rounds during the fire missions.
- As a Gunner and team leader, I ensured the sight bubbles were level and the mortar system was laid on the aiming poles, as well as putting in correct data on the sight and ensuring the system was ready to fire in a timely and accurate manner.
- Adapted quickly to evolving mission requirements while maintaining focus on objectives.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Trained in Combat Life Saving procedures to include the use of: tourniquets, hemostatic gauze, pressure bandages, nasopharyngeal airway devices to bypass blocked airways, needle decompression tools for tension pneumothorax, hypothermia and hyperthermia training, and eye shields.
- Achieved 463 / 500 on the Army Fitness Test.
- Developed leadership skills by serving as a team leader during field exercises, overseeing the coordination and execution of tactical maneuvers.
- Enhanced team efficiency by conducting regular training sessions on indirect fire infantry tactics and procedures.
- Increased mission success rate with timely execution of call-for-fire missions in high-pressure environments.
- Assisted in developing and supervising training of subordinate soldiers.
- Graduated from The Sabalauski Air Assault School (TSAAS) after learning the importance of attention to detail, certifying me to rig sling loads.
Associate
K. G. Keena Memorials
05.2022 - 12.2024
- Maintained high attention to detail when setting memorial gravestones.
- Ensured the cleanliness and appearance of every job site.
- Found efficient ways to finish job sites in a timely manner.
- Dug and filled memorial foundations with concrete.
Indirect Fire Infantryman
US Army
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Learned the roles and responsibilities of becoming a US Army Indirect Fire Infantryman.
- Formed good habits increasing discipline while strengthening mental and physical resiliency to stressful situations.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
Associate
K. G. Keena Memorials
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted in setting memorial gravestones.
- Maintained cleanliness of the different shops
- Dug foundations for memorial stones as well as mix and pour concrete to create a stable base.
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of merchandise to enhance customer engagement and drive sales.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Stocker
Hall's Market
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Organized and restocked inventory to maintain optimal product availability.
- Resolved customer inquiries related to product location and availability promptly.
- Ensured cleanliness of the store after hours.
- Cleaned dishes to be used again by the deli or meat counter.
Ice Cream Server
Bloom Hill Farms
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Delivered exceptional customer service by efficiently serving ice cream and managing orders.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of service area, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Managed long lines of customers during peak times while maintaining professionalism under pressure.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service during peak hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
William H. Hall Highschool
West Hartford, CT06-2021
Skills
- Combat lifesaver
- Weapon maintenance
- Squad movement
- Personal protective equipment
- Physical fitness
- Small unit tactics
- Land navigation
- Field communications
- Camouflage techniques
- Fire direction control
- Air assault operations
- Night operations
Accomplishments
- Achieved the base gun gunner position in the battalion mortar section as a Private First Class.
- Graduated Air Assault School with no recycle as an E-2.
- Documented and resolved damaged mortar equipment which led to the repair or replacement of said equipment.
- Assisted in the development of a platoon standard operating procedure to mount a 120mm mortar system to an Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV).
- Deployed with 2ND Mobile Brigade Combat Team, 1ST Battalion 502D Infantry, Multi-Purpose Company Mortars under Operation Atlantic Resolve from MAR2025 - NOV2025.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Indirect Fire Infantryman
US Army
01.2024 - Current
Associate
K. G. Keena Memorials
05.2022 - 12.2024
Indirect Fire Infantryman
US Army
11.2021 - 05.2022
Associate
K. G. Keena Memorials
08.2021 - 10.2021
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
06.2021 - 08.2021
Stocker
Hall's Market
10.2020 - 01.2021
Ice Cream Server
Bloom Hill Farms
05.2020 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
William H. Hall Highschool