Hunter McGrath
Bridgeport,MI
Summary
Dynamic leader and skilled communicator with proven experience in the US Army, adept at risk assessment and maintaining equipment. Excelled in high-stress situations, leading teams to achieve mission objectives with zero losses of personnel or equipment. Recognized for exceptional leadership skills, promoted ahead of peers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Carpenter/Concrete Finisher
Gilmour Construction
Frankenmuth, MI
06.2025 - Current
- Constructed and installed residential frameworks using precise measurements and industry-standard techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to execute complex carpentry projects within established timelines.
- Mentored junior carpenters, enhancing skill development and promoting adherence to safety protocols.
- Evaluated project plans, identifying potential improvements to optimize workflow and reduce material waste.
- Operated and maintained tools such as concrete trowels, floats, and vibrators for optimal performance.
- Finished concrete surfaces to ensure smooth texture and aesthetic appeal.
- Trained junior concrete finishers on techniques to enhance quality and consistency of work.
- Monitored concrete curing processes to prevent defects and maintain structural integrity of concrete installations.
Infantryman - Section Leader
US Army
Fort Campbell North, KY
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Responsible for the accountability and welfare of 10 soldiers, maintained and inventoried equipment in excess of $6,000,000.
- Communicated effectively with superiors and subordinates alike, facilitating smooth execution of orders during high-stress situations.
- Developed soldier skills by providing guidance on marksmanship, physical fitness, and tactical maneuvers.
- Maintained strict discipline within the ranks enforcing adherence to military standards and regulations.
- Coordinated closely with allied forces during joint operations, enhancing interoperability and mission effectiveness.
- Employed various weapons systems proficiently in both offensive and defensive engagements.
- Provided security for military installations by conducting regular perimeter patrols and monitoring access points.
- Adapted quickly to changing conditions on the battlefield, enabling successful completion of assigned tasks under pressure.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Maintained secure communication systems to relay information to and from command teams.
- Improved unit readiness by maintaining and repairing essential equipment, ensuring optimal performance in the field.
- Increased mission success rate through thorough planning and coordination with other units.
- Led a section of an anti-tank platoon in various combat situations, achieving objectives with zero losses.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Promoted to higher ranks ahead of peers due to exemplary performance and leadership skills.
- Lead security team during Operation European Assure Deter Reinforce, established new security standard operating procedures to increase effectiveness and security of our base, no security breaches allowed while on shift.
- Battalion Master Gunner, planned and oversaw the operation of over 10 live fire ranges, responsible for the safety of over 1000 soldiers on said ranges, coordinated with allied nations to run 3 shared ranges,resulted in all soldiers qualifying with respective weapon systems, zero losses of personnel or equipment.
Infantryman - Team Leader
US Army
Fort Campbell North, KY
10.2020 - 08.2023
- Responsible for the accountability and welfare of 6 other soldiers, maintenance and inventory of equipment in excess value of $2,000,000.
- Developed soldier skills by providing guidance on marksmanship, physical fitness, and tactical maneuvers.
- Maintained strict discipline within the ranks enforcing adherence to military standards and regulations.
- Led a team of infantryman through Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) rotation, 1 combined arms live fire exercise, 2 platoon live fire exercises, 2 squad live fire exercises, resulted in zero losses of men or equipment.
- Company Hazardous Material Transportation NCO, certified the shipment of all hazardous materials shipped to JRTC. Inspected and ordered outdated hazardous material containers, no equipment lost during additional duty tenure.
- Company Unit Prevention Leader, trained over 108 soldiers on UCMJ guidelines of drug use, responsible for over 1000 soldiers drug testing, sample collection, and sample turn in over the course of 2 years, no drug violations within the company during additional duty tenure.
Infantryman - M240B Gunner
US Army
Fort Wainwright, AK
06.2017 - 10.2020
- Responsible for the maintenance and inventory of equipment used by the gun team, excess of $150,000.
- Communicated efficiently with leaders and peers resulting in mission success.
- Coached peers on physical fitness performance, machine gun theory, and machine gun employment.
- Trained replacement gun teams before receiving orders to Fort Campbell, KY, resulting in 6 soldiers qualified on the M240 weapon system.
- Zero losses of personnel or equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cass City High School
Cass City, MI05-2017
Skills
- Team leadership
- Assessing risks
- Teamwork and loyalty
- First aid proficiency
- Maintaining equipment
- Briefing leaders, peers, and subordinates
- Equipment management
- Physical fitness
- Power tool operation
- Blueprints and specifications
Accomplishments
- Advanced Leaders Course
- Basic Leaders Course
- Master Gunner Common Core Course
- Air Assault Course
- Bradley Commander Certification Course
- Transportation of Hazardous Materials Course
- Unit Prevention Leader Course
Awards
- Army Commendation Medal
- Army Achievement Medal
- Army Good Conduct Medal (2)
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Non Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (2)
- Army Service Ribbon
- Air Assault Badge
Timeline
Journeyman Carpenter/Concrete Finisher
Gilmour Construction
06.2025 - Current
Infantryman - Section Leader
US Army
08.2023 - 01.2025
Infantryman - Team Leader
US Army
10.2020 - 08.2023
Infantryman - M240B Gunner
US Army
06.2017 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Cass City High School