- Keen interest in tactical planning, troop deployments, reconnaissance and equipment
- Enjoy movies, novels and documentaries related to spycraft
- Interests in cyber security and social engineering related to intelligence gathering
- Hobbyist woodworker
- Pre-history buff
- Aerospace and propulsion enthusiast
Jacob Welan
Houston,TX
Summary
Former airborne infantryman with great drive and self management. Punctual and proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively with varying scenarios in an efficient and fast-paced environment. Personally recognized by command for the Meritorious Service Medal. By displaying wisdom and tactical planning during my enlistment with the US Army.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Executive
Lions Executives
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Developed relationships with clients across 5 store locations identifying needs and customer specific solutions.
- Conducted in-store product demonstrations of features effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to strategize on sales approaches and improve performance.
- Utilized software portals to track account activities and manage customer interactions.
Night Crew Stocker
Randalls
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Stocked shelves, optimizing product visibility.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated restocking needs to management.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of storage areas to enhance workflow.
- Collaborated with team members to execute nightly stocking plans effectively.
Pest Control Technician
Hi-Tek
03.2014 - 08.2016
- Conducted thorough pest inspections to identify infestations and assess treatment needs.
- Applied a variety of pest control methods and treatments, in line with safety protocols.
- Educated clients on preventative action to minimize future pest issues and enhance satisfaction.
- Applied pesticides to inside and outside of structures utilizing company procedures.
- Mentored junior technicians on proper techniques, tools, and safety protocols in pest management.
De-greaser
Hi-Tek
10.2013 - 03.2014
- Utilized heavy cleaning chemicals and components to ensure optimal sanitation of food prep surfaces.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to identify and resolve potential issues proactively.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work truck to promote sanitation.
- Maintained accurate records of tasks and progress for management.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Airborne Infantryman
US Army
01.2010 - 05.2013
- Participated in tactical air assault operations to secure objectives in various environments.
- Trained and mentored junior soldiers on combat readiness and safety protocols.
- Conducted reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence for strategic planning and high value target extraction.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute successful training exercises.
- Used precision instruments such as: calipers, rulers, gauges.
- Maintained trucks and other armored vehicles for operational use.
- Resolved issues in the field and on deployment in a combat zone.
- Engineered solutions for equipment failure beyond the scope of the job training.
- Utilized milli-radian dots from a weapons scope to accurately measure a variety of objects like tires, people, vehicles, and structures for distance calculations and ballistic drop.
- Solo and team navigation that required use of a map, compass, and protractor. Secondary duties required the use of these tools paired with trigonometry to triangulate enemy positions.
- Performed equipment calibration, measurement of wind speed and air temperature for their influence on parachute descent rate.
- Applied weapons zeroing with known distances for accuracy.
- Constructed range cards for identifying terrain features, troop movements, and structures with accurate distances and angles to be shared during shift changes.
- Conducted security patrols to maintain situational awareness, resulting in reduced risks to fellow soldiers.
- Participated in after-action reviews, providing valuable input to enhance future mission planning and execution.
- Utilized remote surveillance towers equipped with night vision and infrared optics for non-daytime use to track potential enemy assaults.
Education
No Degree - Undeclared
Houston Community College
Houston, TX12-2028
GED -
Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School
Columbia, SC12-2006
Skills
- Physical fitness
- Personnel management
- Weapons handling
- Intelligence analysis
- Tactical planning
- Security operations
- Suspicious activity surveillance
- Video surveillance expertise
Interests
Timeline
Sales Executive
Lions Executives
08.2019 - 01.2020
Night Crew Stocker
Randalls
04.2018 - 05.2019
Pest Control Technician
Hi-Tek
03.2014 - 08.2016
De-greaser
Hi-Tek
10.2013 - 03.2014
Airborne Infantryman
US Army
01.2010 - 05.2013
No Degree - Undeclared
Houston Community College
GED -
Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School