Kevin Rutherford
Dacono,CO
Summary
Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Dark Wolf Ventures, LLC.
Frederick, CO
03.2023 - Current
- Worked independently and as team member to develop design concepts that met business and technical needs.
- Evaluated tool drawing designs by measuring drawing dimensions and comparing with original specifications.
- Designed molds, tools or fixtures for use in manufacturing processes.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined solutions to correct concerns.
- Monitored, inspected or tested mechanical equipment.
- Assembled or disassembled complex mechanical systems.
- Drafted detailed drawings or sketches to request parts fabrication by machine, sheet or wood shops.
- Devised, fabricated or assembled new or modified mechanical components for products.
Commercial and Government Sales Manager
Dark Wolf Ventures, LLC
Frederick, CO
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
- Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
- Delivered sales presentations focused on offerings and unique advantages over competitors.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
- Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
CNC Operator
CT Race Worx
Indian Trail, NC
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Loaded and unloaded machines to prevent expensive equipment issues.
- Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
- Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
- Observed company's strict safety rules during each shift to avoid job-related injuries.
- Fabricated various parts using multiple machines at once.
- Established and performed quality assurance duties to maintain acceptable production levels.
- Interfaced with machines to adjust settings or tools, driving high-quality production.
- Worked from layout and work order, created programs and set up machines to produce required parts.
Baker
Virtuoso Breadworks
Waxhaw, NC
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Utilized measuring instruments, commercial-grade mixers and ovens to bake cakes and pastries.
- Baked fresh bread and pastries for cafes and restaurants.
- Inspected baking equipment in accordance with cleanliness and safety standards.
- Evaluated raw ingredients and baked goods, assessing for quality control purposes.
- Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Finished baked goods with glazes, icings and other toppings.
Security Forces Advisor
United States Army
Fort Benning, GA
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Participated in community policing efforts, building strong relationships with the local population to enhance security.
- Participated in security exercises to prepare for potential threats and emergencies.
- Provided first response to emergency situations, administering first aid and coordinating with emergency services.
- Utilized conflict resolution skills to de-escalate potential threats in a calm and effective manner.
- Monitored surveillance systems to detect suspicious activities and ensure comprehensive coverage of the area.
- Assisted in investigations of security breaches and participated in corrective measures.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement and other agencies to enhance security measures and share relevant information.
- Implemented security protocols during high-profile events and visits to ensure the safety of VIPs.
- Conducted vehicle inspections at entry and exit points to prevent the introduction of contraband or hazardous materials.
- Conducted risk assessments for facilities and recommended improvements to security infrastructure.
- Patrolled via motorized vehicles, all-terrain vehicles and walking.
- Trained new security forces members, imparting knowledge of procedures, regulations, and tactics.
- Supervised junior security forces members, providing guidance and feedback to enhance team performance.
- Managed access control points, verifying identification and granting access to authorized individuals.
Military Science Instructor
United States Army
Manhattan, KS
12.2014 - 07.2017
- Adapted instruction methods to address individual student needs.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Maintained student engagement through creative subject delivery and learning activities.
- Identified valuable online resources to use in conjunction with lectures and coursework.
- Developed syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments and distributed to students on first day of class.
- Encouraged students to actively participate in class through positive reinforcement and engagement techniques.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members to promote positive and welcoming learning environment.
- Applied creative instruction methods to promote student learning objectives.
- Used exams, quizzes, and projects to assess how well students grasped learning material and concepts.
- Built strong student rapport by driving classroom and online discussions and providing academic advisement.
Scout Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
Fort Bragg, NC
12.2012 - 12.2014
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Developed exercise regimens targeting individual Soldiers' needs.
- Controlled platoon in mounted and dismounted operations.
- Surveyed and analyzed terrain to determine optimum equipment placement and use.
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition processes.
- Supervised, trained, cross-trained and mentored personnel assigned in various occupational specialties.
- Assessed Soldiers' abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
Squadron Master Gunner
United States Army
Fort Bragg, NC
04.2010 - 12.2012
- Monitored and secured weapons, ammunition and equipment.
- Achieved 100% safety rating while managing complex operations and company programs.
- Conducted training to improve troops' abilities.
- Performed inspections to keep equipment in working order.
- Reviewed mission tasking, intelligence and weather information.
- Abstracted key environmental information to employ wide range of high-tech systems and weaponry.
- Assisted in development of weapons and tactics.
- Planned and conducted tactical and assault support missions.
- Directed artillery crew members to position, maintain and fire guns.
- Operated, monitored and performed limited maintenance on mission-critical systems.
- Operated surveillance, electronic warfare and other weapon systems.
Scout Section Leader
United States Army
Fort Bragg, NC
01.2008 - 04.2010
- Applied critical thinking and analysis skills to evaluate intelligence data and other variables to plan course of action.
- Conducted ground reconnaissance and reported to leadership for strategic planning.
- Spearheaded fire teams during live fire battle drills, close combat training, and urban combat exercises at various locations.
- Evaluated rapidly changing conditions and provided decisive leadership to cultivate effective and well-planned team movements.
- Used active listening and effective communication to alleviate issues between personnel members.
- Led diverse training simulations to prepare teams for combat and emergency situations.
- Patrolled restricted areas and authorized access for permitted personnel.
- Facilitated conflict-resolution by implementing protocols and investigating issues through resolution.
- Formulated and led unit through offensive operations, including organizing mortar assaults and tasking assault units.
- Led detailed trainings on weapons systems for subordinates, enhancing overall team safety and cohesion.
- Trained diligently on gym equipment and exercise courses to achieve combat resilience and advance in both rank and skill level.
- Conducted daily physical fitness training to maintain combat readiness.
- Executed patrol operations in diverse terrains to maintain area security.
- Defended country against threats by capturing, destroying and repelling enemy forces during combat.
Drill Sergeant Leader
United States Army
Fort Jackson, SC
08.2006 - 12.2007
- Trained and managed Drill Sergeant Candidates in tactics, Initial Entry Training policies, job duties, performance expectations, and combat operations.
- Requisitioned, received and properly stored unit equipment and supplies.
- Implemented new operational procedures, increasing efficiency.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and plan future actions.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and setting individual goals.
- Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
Drill Sergeant
United States Army Reserve
Fort Jackson, SC
08.2005 - 08.2006
- Directed combat training procedures to adhere to military regulations.
- Engaged targets in low-light conditions by properly using night vision equipment.
- Administered first aid and emergency medical treatment in field conditions.
- Trained and managed new recruits in tactical and combat warfare, first aid, physical fitness, marksmanship, and communications.
Cavalry Scout Team Leader
United States Army
Fort Polk, LA
06.2000 - 08.2005
- Trained and mentored new platoon members, providing assistance when needed and advising on how to perform daily duties.
- Received and implemented combat orders and directed deployment of personnel in offensive, defensive, and retrograde operations.
- Operated targeting and firing systems following superior's orders.
- Relayed battlefield information using advanced onboard communications devices.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and tactical equipment.
Plumber
Brewer Plumbing
Navarre, FL
08.1998 - 03.2000
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Tested piping systems with water and air pressure to maintain balance and accuracy.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Cut and beveled piping using cutting torches, saws and threading machines.
- Completed walk-throughs of completed systems to verify code adherence.
- Used power tools to create assemblies and sub-assemblies.
- Followed relevant codes, regulations, and safety techniques.
- Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
Education
Professional Certification - Welding
Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, GA04-2020
GED -
Gulf Breeze High School
Gulf Breeze, FL01-1999
Some College (No Degree) - General Education
Central Texas College
Killeen, TXSkills
- Drill instruction
- Physical fitness
- Vehicle operation
- Tactical proficiency
- Intelligence gathering
- Airborne operations
- Weapons handling
- Quick decision making
- Combat readiness
- Foreign language proficiency
Affiliations
- Hunting, fishing, and other outdoor activities
- Musical Performance as a member of several music groups
- Auto mechanics
Accomplishments
- Decorated for Valor in combat, Baghdad, Iraq - 2009
- Developed Team Leader/Squad Leader professional training courses for the Afghan National Army - 2018
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Arabic
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Dark Wolf Ventures, LLC.
03.2023 - Current
Commercial and Government Sales Manager
Dark Wolf Ventures, LLC
07.2022 - 10.2023
CNC Operator
CT Race Worx
10.2021 - 03.2022
Baker
Virtuoso Breadworks
04.2021 - 09.2021
Security Forces Advisor
United States Army
08.2017 - 08.2020
Military Science Instructor
United States Army
12.2014 - 07.2017
Scout Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
12.2012 - 12.2014
Squadron Master Gunner
United States Army
04.2010 - 12.2012
Scout Section Leader
United States Army
01.2008 - 04.2010
Drill Sergeant Leader
United States Army
08.2006 - 12.2007
Drill Sergeant
United States Army Reserve
08.2005 - 08.2006
Cavalry Scout Team Leader
United States Army
06.2000 - 08.2005
Plumber
Brewer Plumbing
08.1998 - 03.2000
Professional Certification - Welding
Central Georgia Technical College
GED -
Gulf Breeze High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Education
Central Texas College