Joshua Perez
Columbia,SC
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at the Military, excelling in tactical planning and personnel management. Developed impactful training programs that enhanced operational readiness and fostered teamwork. Recognized for implementing safety procedures and cultivating a culture of excellence, resulting in improved performance and success.
Knowledgeable in a variety of different positions with solid background in leadership and management. Proven ability to develop and implement effective training programs, enhancing team performance and individual capabilities. Demonstrated communication skills in high-pressure environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Tech-savvy with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity.
Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Willing to relocate if needed.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Military Training Instructor
Military
Fort Jackson SC
01.2019 - 03.2027
- Developed and implemented training programs for diverse military personnel.
- Analyzed training outcomes to refine curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Established standardized evaluation processes to ensure consistency across training sessions.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to create interdisciplinary training exercises, exposing trainees to a wide range of military knowledge and expertise.
- Developed strong rapport with trainees, fostering an environment of trust and mutual respect that facilitated learning success.
- Promoted teamwork and communication among diverse groups of service members by designing collaborative activities during training sessions.
- Served as a subject matter expert for military training curriculum, providing input on content and delivery methods for maximum impact.
- Implemented strict adherence to safety protocols throughout all aspects of training, minimizing risk while maximizing learning opportunities.
- Established and maintained quality control standards.
- Used excell and power point to design training for master resilience program.
FSNCO
Military
Fort Lewis, WA
02.2016 - 12.2018
- Executed tasks efficiently in rapidly changing environments, contributing to team success.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Military Squad Leader
Military
Fort Carson, CO
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Led training exercises to enhance team readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and mission objectives.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment deployment and maintenance, optimizing resource utilization.
- Analyzed operational outcomes, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Contributed valuable input during key decision-making processes as an integral member of the command team.
Joint Fire Observer
Military
Germany
02.2011 - 12.2013
- Conducted surveillance operations to monitor activities and gather intelligence.
- Analyzed data from reconnaissance missions to assess tactical situations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure accurate reporting of observations.
- Developed operational strategies based on situational analysis and threat assessment.
- Coordinated with command staff to align surveillance efforts with overall mission objectives.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in data collection by regularly reviewing and updating observation protocols, ensuring consistency across all team members.
- Reduced instances of human error in observational data collection by implementing a standardized double-checking process for verifying measurements.
Construction Worker
Clark Construction
Santa Cruz, CA
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Operated heavy machinery to execute site tasks efficiently and safely.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within set timelines and safety standards.
- Assisted in training new workers on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety regulations.
- Gained valuable experience working on diverse projects such as highways, local streets, parking lots, driveways, and sidewalks resulting in versatile industry knowledge.
Head Lifeguard
Mt. Hermon Ame Church
Felton, CA
01.2007 - 02.2010
- Supervised daily pool operations, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
- Trained and mentored junior lifeguards on rescue techniques and emergency protocols.
- Developed and implemented safety drills to enhance team preparedness and response times.
- Coordinated scheduling for lifeguard shifts, optimizing coverage during peak hours.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Monitored assigned areas for unsafe activity and took corrective actions.
Construction Worker
MTM Truck and Tractor
Santa Cruz, CA
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Operated heavy machinery to execute construction tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met consistently.
- Conducted site inspections to maintain safety standards and compliance regulations.
- Assisted in framing, drywall installation, and finishing activities on various projects.
- Utilized hand and power tools to complete construction activities effectively.
- Led job site organization efforts to enhance workflow and productivity.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address unforeseen issues during construction, minimizing delays and additional costs.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
American Military University
Charlottesville, VA06-2028
Graduate Certificate - Management
MASTER LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
NCO ACADEMY Fort Stewart, GA04-2025
Graduate Certificate - Leadership And Management
SENIOR LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
NCO ACADEMY Fort Sill, OK06-2020
Graduate Certificate - Organizational Leadership
DRILL SERGEANT
DRILL SGT PGM PROPONENT, LDR TNG BDE(LTB), USA05-2019
Graduate Certificate - Leadership And Management
ADVANCE LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
NCO ACADEMY Fort Sill, OK11-2016
Graduate Certificate - Leadership And Management
BASIC LEADERSHIP COURSE
NG UNIT/SPEC SCHOOLS-CO - 168TH REGT (RTICO)11-2014
High School Diploma -
SAN LORENZO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
Felton, CA06-2007
Skills
- Safety procedures
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Clear communication
- Data entry
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Task prioritization
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Strategic planning
- Business administration
- Decision-making
- Project management
- Operations management
- Project planning and development
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 220 members.
- Achieved a 98% graduation rate with over 2300 students at the Master Resilience School by instructing rigorous curriculum designed by the University of Pennsylvania with accuracy and efficiency.
- Recognized for academic achievement at the Master Leadership School graduated in the top 20% of all students.
- Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of the Army Master Resilience Facilitator School curriculum.
- Trained and led over 1500 Soldiers as a Drill Sergeant
- Six Army Commendation Medals
- Five Army Achievement Medals
- Two Certificate Of Achievements
- Meritorious Unit Commendation
- Army Superior Unit Award
- Four Army Good Conduct Medals
- National Defense Service Medal
- Afghanistan Campaign Medal Campaign Star
- Global War On Terrorism Service Medal
- Four Noncommissioned Officers Prof Dev Ribbon
- Army Service Ribbon
- Two Overseas Service Ribbons
- Nato Medal
- Expert Soldier Badge
- Marksmanship Qualification Badge Expert W/Carbine
- Drill Sergeant Badge
- Basic Army Instructor Badge
- molding the future of today's Soldiers.
Certification
- LEVEL I ANTITERRORISM AWARENESS TRAINING, JOINT WARFIGHTER CENTER (JKDDC)- 15 Sep 2025
- COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (CTIP), JOINT WARFIGHTER CENTER (JKDDC)- 10 Sep 2025
- MASTER RESILIENCE TRAINER-API (LVL 3), READY AND RESILIENT (R2) SCHOOL- 29 Jun 2024
- SERE 100.2 LEVEL A SERE EDUCATION AND TRAINING, JOINT WARFIGHTER CENTER (JKDDC)- 19 Apr 2024
- COMMON FACULTY DEVELOPMENT-INSTRUCTOR COURSE, NCO ACADEMY - JACKSON (SSC)- 08 Mar 2024
- LEVEL I ANTITERRORISM AWARENESS TRAINING, JOINT WARFIGHTER CENTER (JKDDC)- 08 Jan 2024
- DISTRIBUTED LEADER COURSE IV, SGM ACADEMY - STRUCTURED SELF DEVELOPMENT- 13 Dec 2022
- MASTER RESILIENCE TRAINING-FACILITATOR MRT-FC, IMT LEADERSHIP SCHOOL, LDR TNG BDE(LTB), USACI- 22 Oct 2021
- MASTER RESILIENCE TRAINING (MRT), IMT LEADERSHIP SCHOOL, LDR TNG BDE(LTB), USACI- 13 Dec 2019
- DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) CYBER AWARENESS, JOINT WARFIGHTER CENTER (JKDDC)- 26 Aug 2019
- RISK MANAGEMENT BASIC COURSE, US ARMY COMBAT READINESS CENTER, FT RUCKER, AL- 25 Apr 2019
- INJURY PREVENTION THROUGH LEADERSHIP, US ARMY COMBAT READINESS CENTER, FT RUCKER, AL- 20 Mar 2019
- JOINT FIREPOWER, AIR GROUND OPERATIONS SCHOOL, NELLIS AFB,NV- 07 Dec 2018
- STRUCTURED SELF-DEVELOPMENT - LEVEL 3, SGM ACADEMY - STRUCTURED SELF DEVELOPMENT- 05 Feb 2019
- LEADER TRAINING TO INTRODUCE THE BLENDED RETIREMENT, JOINT WARFIGHTER CENTER (JKDDC)- 06 Apr 2017
- PRECISE FIRE TRGT MENSURATE, FORT SILL, OK- 2016
- COMMANDERS SAFETY COURSE, US ARMY COMBAT READINESS CENTER, FT RUCKER, AL- 27 Sep 2016
- TOTAL ARMY SPONSORSHIP TRAINING COURSE, IMCOM COURSE-FT SAM HOUSTON, TX- 15 Aug 2016
- UNIT PREVENTION LEADER, FORT CARSON - TROOP SCHOOLS- 09 Feb 2016
- MILITARY MUNITIONS RULE, DEFENSE AMMUNITION CTR MCALESTER, OK- 14 Jan 2016
- INTRODUCTION TO AMMUNITION, DEFENSE AMMUNITION CTR MCALESTER, OK- 13 Jan 2016
- HAZMAT FAMILIARIZATION/SAFETY IN TRANS, DEFENSE AMMUNITION CTR MCALESTER, OK- 14 Jan 2016
- STRUCTURED SELF-DEVELOPMENT - LEVEL 2, SGM ACADEMY - STRUCTURED SELF DEVELOPMENT- 23 Jan 2015
- AVOIDING GRAMMATICL ERRORS IN BUSINESS WRITNG, ARMY E-LEARNING COURSEWARE- 15 Feb 2014
- CRISP COMPOSITION, ARMY E-LEARNING COURSEWARE- 15 Feb 2014
- RAISING CAPITAL AND FINANCING DECISIONS, ARMY E-LEARNING COURSEWARE- 14 Feb 2014
- INVESTMENT PROJECT ANALYSIS AND SELECTION, ARMY E-LEARNING COURSEWARE- 11 Feb 2014
- ACCOUNTING FUNDAMENTALS, ARMY E-LEARNING COURSEWARE- 09 Feb 2014
- DOING BUSINESS WITH INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS, ARMY E-LEARNING COURSEWARE- 09 Feb 2014
- INTRODUCTION TO ADVANCED FINANCE, ARMY E-LEARNING COURSEWARE- 08 Feb 2014
- SIX SIGMA INTRODUCTION, ARMY E-LEARNING COURSEWARE- 08 Feb 2014
- COMPOSITE RISK MANAGEMENT BASIC COURSE, US ARMY COMBAT READINESS CENTER, FT RUCKER, AL- 18 Oct 2013
- SMALL UNMANED AERIAL VEHICLE RAVEN OPERATOR, AFGHANISTAN- 2013
- COMBATIVES LVL 1, VILSECK, GERMANY-2012
- JOINT FIRES OBSERVER COURSE, USAREUR(NON CATC) SCHOOL-07 Dec 2012
- COMBAT LIFE SAVER COURSE (CLC), ATSC - LMS- 12 Apr 2012
- FIRE SUPPORT SPECIALIST, FLD ARTILLERY SCH, SILL- 27 Jun 2011
Timeline
Military Training Instructor
Military
01.2019 - 03.2027
FSNCO
Military
02.2016 - 12.2018
Military Squad Leader
Military
01.2014 - 01.2016
Joint Fire Observer
Military
02.2011 - 12.2013
Construction Worker
MTM Truck and Tractor
01.2008 - 01.2010
Head Lifeguard
Mt. Hermon Ame Church
01.2007 - 02.2010
Construction Worker
Clark Construction
01.2006 - 01.2011
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
American Military University
Graduate Certificate - Management
MASTER LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
Graduate Certificate - Leadership And Management
SENIOR LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
Graduate Certificate - Organizational Leadership
DRILL SERGEANT
Graduate Certificate - Leadership And Management
ADVANCE LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
Graduate Certificate - Leadership And Management
BASIC LEADERSHIP COURSE
High School Diploma -
SAN LORENZO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL