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LIZETTE SIERRA
Chicago,IL
Summary
Multi-faceted US Army Reserve officer with demonstrated success in leading tactical and engineer operations. Skilled in project management, personnel supervision and mission execution. Strong emotional intelligence and committed to successfully handling stress in high-pressure situations.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
485th Engineer Vertical Construction Company
USAR Company Commander
12.2020 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Successfully mobilized the 485th Engineer Company at full strength in support of Middle East military operations. Commanded and managed total Army construction engineering operations and project management in support of Operation Inherent Resolve and Operation Spartan Shield, ensuring the execution and completion of more than 100 construction projects across five Iraq air bases and up to $10 million in operation costs in Iraq, Syria and Kuwait.
- Responsible for the training development, career advancement, welfare and health of 215 Soldiers, ranging from Lieutenants (Construction Project Managers) to Senior non-commissioned officers (Construction Supervisors and Team Leaders). Responsible for property and inventory management of $22 million in assigned military equipment.
BNSF Railway
Locomotive Diesel Journeyman Electrician
08.2013 - Current
Job overview
- Troubleshoot and maintain the electrical and electronic components of BNSF locomotive engine systems, to include: GE Dash-9, EMD MAC SD-70, GE EVO, EMD SD-40
- Completed 120 hours of residence training at Technical Training Center in Overland, KS and completed over 900 hours of electrical maintenance apprenticeship through the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
- Read and interpret schematics, operate locomotives, inspect and diagnose multiple systems involving relays, AC/DC systems, diesel engine components to include air compressors and turbos, and complex knowledge in starting systems, battery systems, and generator power processes
- Have trained and advised up to 25 electrical apprentices since 2013.
Forward Support Company, 489th Engineer Battalion
USAR Maintenance Material Control Officer
10.2017 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Maintenance Operations Manager for the Forward Support Company (FSC) of the 489th Engineer Battalion based in North Little Rock, Arkansas; Responsible for the training and management of 45 Soldiers. Primary duties included tracking maintenance activity, inventory management and parts inventory through GCSS-Army, a SAP based ERP application.
- Principal Logistics Advisor for Battalion Commander (Regional Operations Director) on field maintenance operations through key field procedures and exercises. Managed inventory and property management for approximately $5 million of assigned military equipment across two states.
Education
Maneuver Support Center of Excellence, Fort Leonard Wood
Certificate from Engineer Captain Career Course
09.2023
University Overview
- Currently completing Distance Learning Phase Two General Construction Engineering and Project Management Course; Phase One and Three Resident Phases scheduled for August and September 2023.
U.S. Army Ordnance Center And School, Fort Lee, VA
Certificate from Ordnance Basic Officer Leader Course
11.2015
University Overview
- Top 20% of class
- Completed curriculum focused on military strategy, logistics management, munitions management and training on applications for enterprise resource planning (ERP) for resource management, finance, budgeting and inventory management.
Michigan National Guard Training Center, Battle Creek, MI
Certificate from Master Resilience Trainer Level 1 Course
03.2015
University Overview
- Intensive 80-hour training curriculum to understand and develop skills to train Soldiers on mental and emotional resilience competencies in accordance with US Army training requirements.
Loyola University, Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
05.2013
University Overview
- STEM-designated curriculum with emphasis on research methods, biological sciences and critical thinking.
- Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) 2010-2013
- Loyola Women's Rugby Team (Division II) 2011-2013
Skills
- Enhanced Leadership
- Risk Management
- Conflict Management
- Develop and Coordinate Operations
- Operational Policies and Processes
- Supply Chain Applications Systems
- Equipment Installation
- Administrative Support
Timeline
USAR Company Commander
485th Engineer Vertical Construction Company
12.2020 - 05.2023
USAR Maintenance Material Control Officer
Forward Support Company, 489th Engineer Battalion
10.2017 - 07.2020
Locomotive Diesel Journeyman Electrician
BNSF Railway
08.2013 - Current
Maneuver Support Center of Excellence
Certificate from Engineer Captain Career Course
U.S. Army Ordnance Center And School
Certificate from Ordnance Basic Officer Leader Course
Michigan National Guard Training Center
Certificate from Master Resilience Trainer Level 1 Course
Loyola University
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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