Jonathan Benitez

• Served as an advocate for soldier needs and interests, working closely with both military and civilian resources to support overall well-being and career success.
• Proactively addressed potential issues affecting troop morale or satisfaction, implementing targeted interventions to maintain a positive command climate.
• Provided comprehensive career counseling services, assisting soldiers in making informed decisions about their future military service options.
• Conducted regular briefings with unit commanders and senior leadership on retention trends, challenges, and successes within their respective areas of responsibility.

• Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
• Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
• Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
• Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
• Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
• Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.

As an operations sergeant in the Army, I was responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing training and mission operations for my unit. I worked closely with leadership to develop schedules, allocate resources, and ensure that all missions were executed efficiently and in alignment with our strategic objectives. This role required strong organizational skills, adaptability, and a focus on effective communication to keep our team prepared and mission-ready.

As a motor sergeant, I was responsible for managing and maintaining the operational readiness of my unit’s vehicles and equipment, valued at $450,000. My role involved supervising maintenance tasks, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and ensuring that all vehicles met the Army’s high standards for safety and reliability. I led and trained a team of mechanics, providing guidance on complex repairs and preventive maintenance procedures to keep our fleet mission-ready at all times. My responsibilities also included maintaining accurate records, managing parts inventories, and coordinating with other units to support mission requirements. This position required a strong technical foundation, attention to detail, and effective team leadership to ensure that our equipment was always prepared for any operational demand. detail, and effective team leadership to ensure that our equipment was always prepared for any operational demand.

• Optimized supply chain efficiency by collaborating with cross-functional teams on procurement strategies and forecasting requirements.
• Implemented preventive measures against stock obsolescence by closely monitoring shelf life expiration dates, rotating stock accordingly to minimize waste or loss due to spoilage.
• Maintained up-to-date records of all incoming and outgoing shipments, verifying quantities against purchase orders and invoices.
• Promoted a clean work environment by adhering to housekeeping standards, disposing of waste materials properly and keeping work areas free of clutter.
• Boosted productivity with effective coordination of material handling tasks, prioritizing urgent requests when necessary.
• Performed cycle counts regularly to maintain inventory accuracy, quickly identifying any discrepancies and taking corrective action when needed.