Joshua Poche
Gulfport
Summary
A fuel handler with over 5 years of experience in the U.S. Army, demonstrating exceptional skill in fuel quality assurance, logistics, and operational efficiency. Proven ability in conducting thorough analyses of fuel samples to ensure compliance and safeguard military operations, coupled with a knack for optimizing fuel distribution routes for enhanced mission success. Transitioned skills to the automotive industry as a Lube Technician, streamlining service processes and applying basic electrical knowledge for vehicle reliability and performance enhancement. Brings a strong foundation in technical skills, rapid adaptability, and a commitment to precision and excellence. I have a background in receiving, keeping inventory of freight while storing in the leftover freight in the correct location of the WalMart backroom.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
STFD1
Slidell, LA
09.2025 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate assistance and fire suppression services.
- Operated firefighting equipment, ensuring proper function during emergency situations.
- Conducted regular training sessions for team members on fire safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with local agencies to coordinate disaster response efforts effectively.
92F Petroleum Supply Specialist
Army National Guard
Gulfport, MS
12.2024 - Current
- Drive a fuel truck and fill ground vehicles
- Optimized fuel distribution routes, reducing delivery times and increasing efficiency in mission-critical operations
- Conduct preventive maintenance checks on the vehicle to ensure the it operates properly
- Ensure the trucks are up to coded and meet the safety requirements in order to operate the vehicle.
92F Petroleum Supply Specialist
U.S. Army
06.2021 - 11.2024
- Drove a fuel truck and fill up fixed wing aircraft and other vehicles.
- Ensured fuel purity for military operations by rigorous testing, and efficiently managed fuel supply for aircraft and vehicles.
- Achieved 100% compliance in fuel quality standards, enhancing operational readiness and safety of military assets.
- Optimized fuel distribution routes, reducing delivery times and increasing efficiency in mission-critical operations.
- Conducted detailed analyses of fuel samples to prevent contamination, safeguarding the integrity of military operations.
- Stored up to 2500 gallons of Jet Fuel in a truck ensuring the quality of the fuel.
- Received Jet Fuel from fuel points to ensure we had enough on hand to provide for the job.
- Recorded how much fuel we had in each truck and how much fuel we provide to the aircraft.
Lube Technician
ALLEN HYUNDAI
Gulfport, MS
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Performed routine maintenance, including oil changes and tire rotations, ensuring vehicle reliability.
- Enhanced vehicle performance by applying basic electrical knowledge for efficient wire management.
- Streamlined multipoint inspection process, boosting workshop efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Unloader and Stocker
WALMART
D'Iberville, MS
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Was certified to drive the forklift, electrical jack, and walkie stacker for WalMart.
- Ensured accurate stocking, paying close attention to product placement and safety.
- Worked in a team to unload trucks after receiving freight and stored it in its correct department waiting to be stocked.
- Introduced a new stocking method that increased efficiency and selected products that needed to be put out for the customers.
- Eagerly took on additional responsibilities, becoming a reliable back-up supervisor.
Helper
Home Repairs by Norman
Covington, LA
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Helped with basic electrical work and put in house hold appliances. I also did pressure washing and painting of houses. I learned how to install doors and attics.
A/c Helper
DUPONT A/C AND HEATING
Covington, LA
05.2014 - 07.2016
- Helped the main A/C technician put in A/C units and went to get supplies upon request. Also help the main a/c technician with wiring the the units properly. Once the job was finished I had the responsibility of cleaning up the job site.
Education
Associate - PROCESS Operation Technology
MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Gautier, MS12-2019
Skills
- Pallet Jack (3 years)
- Customer service (4 years)
- Personal management
- Quick Learner
- Microsoft Teams (3 years)
- Microsoft Word
- Logistics (3 years)
- Military Experience (3 years)
- Verbal Communication
- Problem solving (6 years)
- Leadership (3 years)
- Quality assurance (3 years)
Accomplishments
- Achieved multiple AAMs by completing various missions with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- HAZMAT FAMILIARIZATION/SAFETY IN TRANS (CERT) (9E-F69V920-F37 (DL)_), March 2024 to Present
- INTRODUCTION TO AMMUNITION (CERT) (9E-F67V920-F35 (DL)_), September 2023 to Present
- OSHA 10, October 2018 to Present
Timeline
Firefighter
STFD1
09.2025 - Current
92F Petroleum Supply Specialist
Army National Guard
12.2024 - Current
92F Petroleum Supply Specialist
U.S. Army
06.2021 - 11.2024
Lube Technician
ALLEN HYUNDAI
06.2020 - 05.2021
Unloader and Stocker
WALMART
06.2017 - 03.2020
Helper
Home Repairs by Norman
08.2016 - 12.2016
A/c Helper
DUPONT A/C AND HEATING
05.2014 - 07.2016
Associate - PROCESS Operation Technology
MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Military Service
- Branch: Army National Guard
- Service Country: United States
- Rank: Specialist
- December 2024 to Present
- Branch: Army
- June 2021 to November 2024
- Commendations:
- Army Achievement Medal-Assisted a Hot Refuel Point storage facility and transferred over 2,600 gallons of JP8 when a Korean National HRP supervisor needed help.
- Army Achievement Medal-Planned and executed a mission in South Korea by working 14 hours to ensure aircraft were filled up to continue their operations during an exercise
- Army Commendation Medal- I served in South Korea distributing over 1.3 million gallons of JP8(Jet Fuel). Trained four soldiers on how to properly perform fixed wing fuel operations.