John Carnes
South San Francisco,CA
Summary
Passionate Trainer with extensive knowledge of utilizing all resources in training and proven success working with clients from all walks of life. Devoted to long-lasting and comprehensive results for every client.
Enthusiastic training professional successful at developing training plans and supplementary materials to help students excel. Works under strict deadlines and makes independent judgments about effectiveness of training. Comfortable with remote training technology and methodologies. Motivational Training Specialist excited to develop successful training plans that meet dynamic company and employee needs. Accustomed to collaborating with managers to hone in on unique requirements.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Electrician Apprentice
Sprig Eletric
San Jose, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Performed preventive maintenance on all electrical equipment as required by industry standards.
- Followed safety protocols when working with high voltage electricity.
- Observed experienced electricians while they performed their duties in order to gain knowledge about the trade.
- Maintained inventory of supplies needed for jobsite operations.
- Terminated cables at junction boxes per local codes.
- Helped install control panels in commercial buildings.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine layout of electrical systems.
Observer Coach Trainer (OCT)
U.S Army
Leesville, LA
02.2018 - 10.2020
- Trained leaders in preparation of deploying to hostile environments.
- Mentored Army leaders, resulting in development and increased productivity of their platoons of 30 or more soldiers.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Taught classes on tactics and standard operating procedures to increase learning opportunities.
- Performed continuous evaluations of content and plans in order to enhance delivery and improve effectiveness.
- Assessed student needs to develop effective training plans.
- Administered first-aid care in emergency situations, remaining level-headed and helping clients feel better.
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
U.S Army
Tacoma, WA
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Trained, supervised and organized 30 soldiers.
- Coordinated infantry positioning and equipment locations to facilitate safety and efficiency.
- Analyzed fighting conditions and led attack and defense operations during ground missions.
- Disciplined subordinates for rules infractions and poor performance.
- Recommended soldiers for promotion and awards.
- Trained soldiers on military structure, etiquette, and environmental survival tactics.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon
- Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Commander
Infantry Squad Leader
U.S Army
Tacoma, WA
12.2012 - 01.2017
- Kept squad of 10 or more deployable and trained in tactics.
- Maintained current in-depth knowledge of team member strengths and weaknesses to most effectively plan battle strategy.
- Assessed battlefield conditions such as terrain and enemy fire effectiveness to organize and deploy team members effectively.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than 9 million dollars
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
Infantry Fire Team Leader
U.S Army
Honolulu, HI
08.2008 - 12.2012
- Maintained current in-depth knowledge of team member strengths and weaknesses to most effectively plan battle strategy.
- Assessed battlefield conditions such as terrain and enemy fire effectiveness to organize and deploy team members effectively.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
- Coordinated and enforces team member placement and distribution of fire.
- Demonstrated proficiency in telecommunications equipment to foster critical contact during team missions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
United States Army Infantry School, Fort Benning
Henry Caro Noncommissioned Officer Academy
Skills
- Team Exercises
- Presentations and Demonstrations
- Materials Organization
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Tracking Client Progress
- Emergency Management
- Instructional Techniques
- Regulation compliance
- Program Monitoring and Tracking
Certification
- Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program ( Department Of Defense)
- Ammunition Manager
- US Army transportation School Unit Movement Officer
- Field Sanitation
- Observer Controller Trainer
- Heavy weapons leader course
- Advanced marksmanship course
Timeline
Commercial Electrician Apprentice
Sprig Eletric
05.2023 - Current
Observer Coach Trainer (OCT)
U.S Army
02.2018 - 10.2020
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
U.S Army
01.2017 - 02.2018
Infantry Squad Leader
U.S Army
12.2012 - 01.2017
Infantry Fire Team Leader
U.S Army
08.2008 - 12.2012
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
United States Army Infantry School, Fort Benning
Henry Caro Noncommissioned Officer Academy