Lance Carter
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Results-driven Infantry Team Leader with expertise in tactical operations, mission planning, and training development. Proven ability to enhance team performance and execute complex logistics, ensuring operational readiness in high-pressure environments. Dynamic professional with a robust background in military operations and training development. Skilled in logistics coordination and effective communication, contributing to improved team cohesion and mission success. Prepared to leverage extensive experience to drive operational excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantry Team Leader
U.S Army
Colorado Springs, Colorado
01.2023 - Current
- Led a team in tactical operations and mission planning.
- Trained soldiers in combat techniques and safety protocols.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment and supply management during missions.
- Ensured unit readiness through regular drills and evaluations.
- Communicated effectively with team members to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed training programs to improve team performance and skills.
- Maintained discipline and morale within the unit during deployments.
- Conducted mission planning and rehearsals with subordinate soldiers to ensure successful completion of assigned missions.
- Enforced regulations regarding discipline among subordinate soldiers ensuring good order and conduct.
- Assisted in the development of individual soldier's skills by providing guidance and instruction during training exercises.
- Conducted debriefings after each operation to identify lessons learned from previous engagements.
- Tracked progress on assigned tasks and reported status updates to command authorities regularly.
- Ensured accountability of personnel during deployments by keeping accurate records of their locations at all times.
- Organized weapons qualifications for all team members in order to maintain proficiency standards.
- Maintained contact with friendly forces operating nearby while conducting joint operations as required.
- Inspected personal gear prior to deployment ensuring that it was serviceable and ready for use.
- Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades, verifying weapon locations and supporting
- Maintained rifles, machine guns, and pistols, verifying weapon locations and security
- Led detailed trainings on weapons systems for subordinates, enhancing overall team safety and cohesion.
- Operated and mounted night vision devices to zero in and engage targets.
- Patrolled restricted areas and authorized access for permitted personnel.
- Engaged in marksmanship training with various weapons systems to ensure accuracy and proficiency.
- Conducted daily physical fitness training to maintain combat readiness.
- Coordinated with other units to execute large scale military operations.
- Engaged in vehicle maintenance and operation for tactical mobility.
- Maintained and serviced personal and unit weaponry to ensure operational readiness.
- Applied critical thinking and analysis skills to evaluate intelligence data and other variables to plan course of action.
- Tactical Casualty Combat Care Qualification.
- Exercised high levels of maturity, experience, judgment and rapid critical thought to operational environments.
- Executed detainee operations at southern border
- Supervised and delegated medical care and transport of casualties.
Cadre
Michigan Youth Challenge Academy
Battle Creek, Michigan
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with teams to implement curriculum improvements and training workshops.
- Facilitated communication between staff, students, and community partners for program success.
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance youth engagement and development programs.
Combat Engineer
U.S. Marine Corps
Kailua, Hawaii
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Trained junior Marines on engineering techniques and safety protocols.
- Identified hazardous objects such as unexploded ordnance or improvised explosive devices.
- Assisted with construction of defensive positions, bridges, and roads.
- Provided guidance on proper use of explosives when conducting demolitions tasks.
- Conducted reconnaissance operations to identify terrain features and potential threats.
- Constructed bunkers and foxholes for personnel safety.
- Trained in the use and maintenance of various firearms and explosive devices for combat readiness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marshall High School
Marshall, MI12-2019
Skills
- Personnel mentoring
Accomplishments
Solider of the week
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Infantry Team Leader
U.S Army
01.2023 - Current
Cadre
Michigan Youth Challenge Academy
06.2022 - 12.2022
Combat Engineer
U.S. Marine Corps
08.2020 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Marshall High School