Jeffrey Bickford

Skilled heavy equipment operator with a strong focus on safety, teamwork, and problem-solving. Demonstrated ability to lead projects and train junior personnel, ensuring efficient execution of horizontal construction projects.

• Received Army commendation medal for extraordinary service while serving active duty in the 555TH engineer brigade.
• Received Army drivers badge for being a top driver in 555TH Engineer brigade with 0 accidents and top rated driver.
• Was able to get my Class A drivers license with my experience in the Army.
• Got first place in the pacific north west digging competition

Class A drivers license

Defensive driving course

Drug and Alcohol workplace safety course

Driver safety course for large trucks and buses

For commendable service serving as a Horizontal construction Construction Engineer in the Headquarters and Headquarters company. Specialist Bickford's relentless pursuit excellence, dedication to duty, and technical and tactical expertise greatly contributed to the success of the units mission. His actions are on keeping with the finest tradition of military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the headquarters company, the 864th Engineer Battalion, and the United States Army.

ACHIEVEMENT #1

SPC Bickford demonstrated exceptional technical proficiency by efficiently digging fighting
positions for the 2-23 IN BN during the Combined Arms Live Fire Exercise
(CALFX). His expertise with the HMEE-I saved the unit 48 hours of labor, ensuring ample time
for the live-fire training. This decisive action not only facilitated mission success but also
enhanced the operational readiness of the enabling unit, showcasing SPC Bickford's invaluable
contribution to the exercise's overall effectiveness.
ACHIEVEMENT #2
SPC Bickford played a pivotal role in supporting Border Patrol Agents, contributing to the
successful arrest of 30 illegal migrants. Through exceptional communication skills, SPC Bickford
enhanced operational effectiveness, facilitating the seizure of illegal substances and bolstering
national security efforts. This proactive engagement not only demonstrated SPC Bickford's
commitment to duty but also significantly impacted the overall success of the mission, ensuring
the integrity of U.S. borders was upheld with utmost diligence.
ACHIEVEMENT #3
During his attachment to the 82nd Airborne at the Joint Readiness Training Center, SPC
Bickford showcased exceptional expertise in digging operations as a solo heavy equipment
operator. His profound knowledge significantly enhanced operational efficiency, bringing
remarkable credit to the 570th Sapper Company. SPC Bickford's contributions not only elevated
the unit's capabilities but also set a standard for excellence in heavy equipment operations,
reflecting the highest Army values and operational readiness.
ACHIEVEMENT #4
While serving as Opposing Force (OPFOR), SPC Bickford played a critical role in the training
and readiness of the Royal Thai Special Forces and the 1st Special Forces Group. He was
directly responsible for the assistance and execution of complex training scenarios designed to
replicate the tactics, techniques, and procedures of a near-peer adversary. By providing realistic
and challenging obstacles, SPC Bickford ensured that the Special Forces Soldiers were tested
under demanding conditions that closely mirrored the operational environments they would
encounter in combat.