Kristian Thomas
Marine Corps
Dallas
6
years of professional experience
Dynamic and results-driven former Marine Corps Infantry Rifleman and Coxswain with over 5 years of expertise in tactical firearms management and safety enforcement. Proven ability to lead high-pressure training environments while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Skilled in mechanical troubleshooting and fostering marksmanship development, demonstrating strong work ethic and composure under stress.
Work History
0311 Infantry Rifleman / 0316 Coxswain
5 Years 9 Months- Expert qualification and daily handling of M27/M4 rifles, M9/M18 pistols
- 5+ years of active-duty tactical firearms utilization, range oversight, and safety enforcement.
- Supervised and conducted live-fire training ranges, enforcing strict safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for personnel handling service rifles and pistols.
- Managed comprehensive weapon safety inspections, preventive maintenance, and mechanical troubleshooting for all assigned small arms systems.
- Communicated clear, concise, and authoritative verbal commands to large squads in high-pressure, fast-paced tactical environments to mitigate safety risks.
- Led peer-to-peer and junior Marine marksmanship development, demonstrating proper grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control fundamentals.
- Utilized military computer systems for training tracking, inventory logging, and operational readiness reporting.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Professionalism
Personability
and Image
Mechanical Aptitude
First Aid Proficiency
Composure and Confidence in High Stress Environments
Awareness and Comfortability with Firearms
Work Ethic
Identifying Safety Risks
Interests
Weight Lifting and Wellness
DIY Automotive Mechanic
Swimming and Ruck Running
Stocks
Timeline
0311 Infantry Rifleman / 0316 Coxswain
Marine Corps
11.2020 - 08.2026Read More
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