Jason Spaulding
Buffalo
Summary
Seasoned infantryman with four and a half years of progressive responsibility in the U.S. Army National Guard. Dedicated professional with a specific focus on deliberate, clear communication, coordinated project management, and conflict resolution. Conscientious tactical mission executor designing expedited missions with team and civilian safety at the forefront. Results-driven leadman with expertise in team leadership, safety compliance, and effective communication. Proven ability to mentor new employees and supervise projects to ensure adherence to safety standards and quality demands. Skilled Leadman with experience leading crews, planning jobs and keeping projects on schedule. Maintained cleanliness of work area, materials and supplies in stock. Expertise in multitasking, time management and scheduling capable teams. Self-motivated professional with safety-driven and organized approach. Skilled at process improvements, project management and detail-oriented self-direction. Flexible and adaptive worker dedicated to efficient prioritization and multitasking. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Detail-oriented professional skilled in problem-solving and task delegation. Successfully coordinated team activities, enhancing safety compliance and operational efficiency. Ready to leverage strong mentoring abilities to foster a productive and safe work environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Leadman
PSC Group
Woodward
12.2025 - Current
- Coordinated team activities to ensure adherence to safety standards and protocols.
- Trained new employees on equipment usage and operational procedures.
- Communicated with clients to address needs and ensure satisfaction with services.
- Led team meetings to discuss project updates and resolve any issues promptly.
- Provided technical guidance to crew members when needed.
- Conducted regular safety meetings with crew members to ensure safe practices are being used during operations.
- Assigned tasks to crew members based on their skill level and experience.
- Monitored equipment and resources daily for job site, performing scheduled preventive maintenance.
- Inspected work sites and equipment to ensure safety regulations are followed.
- Ordered materials as needed for completion of projects.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Documented all repair works performed in a detailed manner for future reference.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Inspected rail cars for mechanical issues and safety compliance.
- Repaired and replaced damaged components using hand tools and diagnostic equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance on rail cars to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical failures effectively.
- Documented repair activities and maintenance records accurately for compliance audits.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines during all repair operations consistently.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts such as bearings, pistons, cylinders and seals.
- Checked air brakes for leaks or other irregularities during routine inspections.
- Inspected, tested and repaired rail car systems such as brakes, wheels and couplers.
- Checked various components of the rail car for wear or damage before repairs were made.
- Performed preventative maintenance on rail cars to ensure safe operation.
- Tested air brakes using single car testers and reported concerns to supervisor for immediate attention.
- Completed accurate repairs by reading and interpreting technical documentation and job work orders.
- Performed visual inspections of the entire rail car to detect any potential defects.
- Repaired and replaced defective parts in accordance with safety regulations.
- Followed safety protocols and regulations during all repair processes.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate project execution.
- Maintained welding equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Assisted in training new welders on best practices and safety protocols.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
Infantryman (11B)
United States Army National Guard
Enid
10.2021 - Current
- Cleaned and maintained weaponry following official procedures for optimum reliability.
- Trained diligently on gym equipment and exercise courses to achieve combat resilience and advance in both rank and skill level.
- Maintained peak physical condition to stay ready for challenging missions.
- Operated successfully under wide range of lighting, weather and stress conditions to complete missions.
- Conducted training exercises to enhance unit readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Operated and maintained firearms and equipment for mission preparedness.
- Collaborated with team members to execute strategic plans during operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during training and field exercises.
- Developed communication skills through effective coordination within diverse teams.
- Maintained proficiency in the use of small arms weapons systems, including M4 and M16 rifles, M249 squad automatic weapon, M203 grenade launcher, and AT-4 anti-tank weapon.
- Inspected gear prior to deployment to ensure proper functioning and safety standards were met.
- Supervised lower enlisted personnel in their daily tasks while providing guidance and mentorship.
- Conducted physical training and prepared for deployments.
- Developed strategies for successful completion of assigned missions by utilizing available resources effectively.
- Repaired and maintained equipment such as radios, weapons systems, vehicles, night vision goggles and other mission essential items.
- Conducted foot patrols to gain intelligence on enemy forces, terrain, weather conditions and local population.
- Operated and mounted night vision devices to zero in and engage targets.
- Educated junior infantrymen in tactics, weapons handling, and field survival skills.
- Engaged in marksmanship training with various weapons systems to ensure accuracy and proficiency.
- Implemented land navigation skills in diverse environments to reach strategic objectives.
- Led small teams in tactical operations under stressful conditions.
- Employed tactical maneuvers in simulation drills to enhance unit cohesion and response strategies.
- Adapted to rapidly changing tactical situations to achieve mission objectives.
- Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Oklahoma Department Of Transportation
Buffalo
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Operated heavy machinery for road construction and maintenance projects.
- Conducted daily inspections of equipment to ensure safety and functionality.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards on job sites.
- Cleared debris and prepared work sites for upcoming construction activities.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
Stocker
Venture Foods
Ashland
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Updated product labels to reflect accurate pricing.
- Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers, or bins.
- Set up advertising signs on shelves and counters to attract customers and promote sales.
- Stamped price tags on merchandise, referring to official price lists.
- Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
- Followed proper stock rotation procedures to minimize obsolescence and remove out of date items from sales floor.
- Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Replenished items to maintain stock availability.
- Updated products with new pricing or temporary promotion signs to increase sales.
- Stocked shelves, racks and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Faced products on shelves and displays to meet company policies.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Epic Charter Schools
Oklahoma City, OK03.2022
Skills
- Personnel Mentoring
- Safety Protocols
- Small Arms Weaponry
- Event Sequencing
- Automatic Weapons
- Communications Equipment
- Physical Fitness
- Managing Safety Gear
- Weapons Systems
- Radio Communications
- Mental Toughness
- Sound Decision Making
- Key Tactics and Techniques
- Storage Procedures
- Warrior Ethos
- PPE Use
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Problem Resolution
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Team leadership
- Safety compliance
- Project supervision
- Task delegation
- Employee training
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Hand tool proficiency
- Mentoring
- Worksite organization
- Worksite safety
- Crew scheduling
- Conflict resolution
- Project planning
- Crew leadership
- Project management
- Decision-making
- Safety policies and procedures
- Worksite coordination
Certification
AAR Welding Certification
Timeline
Leadman
PSC Group
12.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Oklahoma Department Of Transportation
04.2024 - 10.2024
Infantryman (11B)
United States Army National Guard
10.2021 - Current
Stocker
Venture Foods
10.2021 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Epic Charter Schools