John Mcdonagh
Carmel,NY
Summary
0311 Infantry Rifleman with 4 years of diverse team leadership experience in combat and humanitarian missions. Disciplined and calm tactical expert with complete weapons mastery and resourcefulness to tackle unexpected and dangerous challenges. Committed to maintaining peak all-around fitness and readiness to address emergencies and threats with confidence and precision.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
Oceanside, CA
09.2019 - 09.2024
- Assisted with establishing defensive positions using appropriate techniques for different terrains.
- Supervised the loading, unloading, operation, cleaning, maintenance, and storage of all assigned weapons and ammunition.
- Monitored enemy movements during patrols to identify threats or potential targets.
- Participated in scheduled physical fitness activities to maintain unit readiness levels.
- Inspected night vision devices prior to use in field operations.
- Observed terrain features while patrolling to detect possible hazards or obstacles.
- Developed tactical plans based on mission objectives; identified routes of travel, rest stops.
- Reported suspicious activity or changes in enemy forces and terrain conditions back to command center.
- Implemented safety protocols when operating weapons systems; ensured proper handling of munitions.
- Utilized radio communications effectively for coordination between teams during patrols.
- Provided assistance with setting up ambushes for reconnaissance missions as needed.
- Interpreted intelligence reports from higher command centers regarding enemy movements.
- Assessed risk factors before entering hostile areas; took necessary precautions to protect personnel.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations within the battlefield environment; adjusted tactics accordingly.
- Verified accuracy of maps used for navigation purposes; monitored progress against planned route regularly.
- Administered immediate first aid and communicated with medics for hospital transport in event of injury to fellow team members.
- Led detailed trainings on weapons systems for subordinates, enhancing overall team safety and cohesion.
- Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
- Conducted various marksmanship training exercises, including zeroing and qualification firing of the M4 rifle.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carmel High School
Carmel, NY06-2017
Skills
- Team Supervision
- Physical Fitness
- Terrain Navigation
- Map overlay development
- Firearm Safety
- Topographic map reading
- First Aid Certified
- GPS use
- Personnel mentoring
- Anti-armor Weaponry
- Radio Communications
- Team Leadership
- Terrain analysis
Affiliations
- Jiu Jitsu blue belt
Accomplishments
- Received a Navy and Marine corps Achievement medal for supporting I MEF Current operations team
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Marine Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
09.2019 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
Carmel High School