Isaac Redmond
Chester
Summary
Dedicated Soldier with 12 years serving in the US Army as enlisted member of large team. Excellent abilities to follow direction, lead others and find solutions. Known for perseverance in task completion and outstanding work ethic. Very Competent Mountaineer with real world application.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Mountain Warfare Instructor
Army National Gaurd
02.2024 - 08.2025
- Recognized as Top Instructor of 2025 for exceptional leadership, training excellence, and team performance.
- Led and mentored 16-member squads, ensuring their safety, well-being, and professional development in dynamic environments.
- Accountable for over $100,000 in mission-critical equipment, maintaining operational readiness and zero losses.
- Directed mountain rescue and evacuation operations, safeguarding all personnel and students in high-risk mountainous terrain.
Mountain Ranger Instructor
US Army
06.2021 - 11.2023
- Lead Mountain Instructor. Resposinble for training 500 Ranger students in mountaineering tasks while training up and coming Ranger instructors.
- Received four Awards for being top instructor of the cycle.
- Conducted airborne operations, including parachuting from aircraft and landing safely in designated areas.
- Developed strategies for successful completion of assigned missions.
- Participated in search and rescue operations as part of a team or individually.
- Maintained proficiency with specialized weapons and equipment used by the Airborne Rangers.
- Assisted with the maintenance and repair of aircrafts, helicopters, vehicles, and other equipment used during mission assignments.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations requiring evacuation or medical attention.
Gold Star Peak Guide (Volunteer)
Gold Star Peak INC
06.2018 - 06.2023
- Guided multiple Gold Star families up Gold star Peak to provide closure and honor the sacrifice their loved ones have made
- Led an above knee amputee veteran up the mountain utilizing various rope systems to assist him
- Helped facilitate various dinners and fundraisers to raise money and support for Gold Star families
- Lead WFR, successfully executed terrain evacuations for life threatened clients
Mountain Recconasaince Team Leader
US Army
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Lead mountain expert for casualty recovery on colony glacier
- Conducted long-range reconnaissance operations to gather intelligence and provide battlefield awareness.
- Maintained and operated communications equipment, such as radios and secure line systems.
- Reported on terrain features, weather conditions, road networks, and other information related to the area of operation.
- Operated military vehicles such as Humvees or armored personnel carriers while performing reconnaissance missions.
- Inspected weapons systems prior to use ensuring they were serviceable in an operational environment.
- Attended three different mountaineering schools in which I received Top mountaineer in all three.
- Attended Avalanche Lvl one school
Sentinal at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
US Army
12.2013 - 06.2018
- Responsible for Guarding our Nations Unknown fallen hero's.
- Earned the most rare badge in the US Army the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification badge. Badge number 631.
- Responsible for public speaking to general public all the way to the President of the United States on the history and impact the Unknown Soldiers have on our country.
- Earned the coveted Ranger Tab
- Earned my airborne jump wings
Education
High School Diploma -
Windsor Christian Academy
Gainesville, FL05.2013
Avalanche LVL 1
Wasilla, AKCombat Life Saver
Dahlonega, GAArmy Instructor Course
Dahlonega, GALow Angle Evacuation Course
Jericho, VTBasic Military Mountaineering
Black Rapids, AKAirborne School
Fort Benning, GAAdvanced Mountaineering
Black Rapids, AKAdvanced Mountaineering (High Angle Rescue/ Summer)
Jericho, VTAdvanced Mountaineering (High Angle Rescue Winter)
Jericho, VTWilderness First Responder
Jericho, VTRanger School
Fort Benning, GAFire Fighter 1
Wilmington, VT02-2026
EMT
Londonderry, VT02-2026
Skills
- High and low angle rescue operations
- Coaching, teaching and mentoring
- Problem-solving skills
- Risk Assessments
- Public speaking
- Team Building
- Strong communication skills
- Physical Fitness
- Equipment Maintenance
- Keeping cool in life threatening situations
References
References available upon request.
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Mountain Warfare Instructor
Army National Gaurd
02.2024 - 08.2025
Mountain Ranger Instructor
US Army
06.2021 - 11.2023
Gold Star Peak Guide (Volunteer)
Gold Star Peak INC
06.2018 - 06.2023
Mountain Recconasaince Team Leader
US Army
06.2018 - 06.2021
Sentinal at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
US Army
12.2013 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Windsor Christian Academy
Avalanche LVL 1
Combat Life Saver
Army Instructor Course
Low Angle Evacuation Course
Basic Military Mountaineering
Airborne School
Advanced Mountaineering
Advanced Mountaineering (High Angle Rescue/ Summer)
Advanced Mountaineering (High Angle Rescue Winter)
Wilderness First Responder
Ranger School
Fire Fighter 1
EMT