Marcas Ortiz
Fountain Hill,PA
Summary
Skilled Indirect Fire Infantryman enthusiastically seeking to leverage 3 1/2 years of platoon leadership and tactical support into a Microbiologist role. Well-versed in Criminal Justice and leadership with a passion for perpetuating the Merieux mission. Offering a proven history of developing and overseeing team training measures.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Indirect Fire Infantryman
United States Army
Tacoma, WA
11.2020 - 05.2024
- Conducted reconnaissance of enemy positions and terrain to determine indirect fire support requirements.
- Deployed as a member of a mortar section during combat operations.
- Performed maintenance checks on assigned equipment such as vehicles, radios and mortar systems.
- Supervised the emplacement of mortars in support of mission objectives.
- Provided instruction to junior personnel on proper use of mortar systems and associated firing techniques.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during loading and unloading procedures for ammunition.
- Participated in training exercises designed to improve individual soldier skills as well as collective unit performance.
- Inspected weapon systems prior to deployment in order to ensure they were functioning properly.
- Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades, verifying weapon locations and supporting magazine operations.
- Trained diligently on gym equipment and exercise courses to achieve combat resilience and advance in both rank and skill level.
- Determined elevation and grid azimuths with maps and map overlays.
- Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units on [Type] training.
- Maintained platoon and equipment functionality through consistent maintenance checks and team performance evaluation.
- Supported unit functions by maintaining and consistently evaluating soldier and equipment performance.
- Improved inventory control accuracies, ensuring proper maintenance of rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades.
- Operated and mounted night vision devices to zero in and engage targets.
- Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
- Operated successfully under wide range of lighting, weather and stress conditions to complete missions.
- Maintained peak physical condition to stay ready for challenging missions.
- Cleaned and maintained weaponry following official procedures for optimum reliability.
- Kept vehicles and critical equipment in peak operating condition with consistent upkeep.
- Conducted regular war games without live ammunition to practice scouting, attacks and counteroffensive movements.
- Set up combat positions and deployed forward weaponry in support of overall combat mission.
- Engaged targets during different types of combat situations following precise orders from commanders.
- Moved quickly on foot carrying as much as [Number] pounds to reinforce formations and carry out attacks.
Microbiologist
Merieux NutriSciences
Allentown, PA
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by adhering to established safety procedures.
- Ensured compliance with applicable regulations governing laboratory operations.
- Developed effective working relations with groups, individuals, agencies and public.
Sales Associate
Lowes
Bethlehem, PA
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while handling hazardous materials.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
- Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.
Custodial Maintenance Worker
Sands Casino
Bethlehem, PA
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Sweep, mop, and scrub floors; vacuum carpets; empty trash receptacles; clean windows, walls, and ceilings; replenish restroom supplies.
- Maintain janitorial equipment in a safe and orderly manner; perform minor repairs on custodial equipment as needed.
- Clean spills or other hazardous materials according to safety protocols; respond to emergency cleaning situations.
- Ensure that all areas of the facility are maintained in a neat and orderly fashion at all times.
- Assist with the set-up of meeting rooms including moving tables, chairs and setting up audio, visual equipment.
- Provide assistance to other staff members as requested by supervisor.
- Follow established safety procedures when handling chemicals used in cleaning products.
- Enforce rules regarding use of building facilities; ensure proper usage by tenants or visitors.
- Respond promptly to tenant requests for service in a courteous manner.
- Monitor inventory levels of cleaning supplies and order new items when necessary.
- Notify supervisors immediately if any damage is found or needs repair.
- Participate in training sessions related to custodial maintenance tasks.
- Report any suspicious activity observed while performing duties to management team.
- Completed daily cleaning checklists for diverse range of spaces inside buildings.
- Serviced kitchen and bathrooms with in-depth cleanings to sanitize spaces and restock supplies.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Steam-cleaned or shampooed carpets.
- Requisitioned supplies or equipment for cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Pulled chewing gum from undersides of tables, desks, chairs and various other fixtures, discarding gum and sanitizing area.
Education
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Bethlehem, PA05-2012
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PASkills
- Warrior Ethos
- Maintaining equipment
- Weapons Handling
- Report Writing
- Sound Decision Making
- Equipment management
- Team Leadership
- Teamwork and Loyalty
- Physical Fitness
- Land Navigation
- Customer Service
- Building rapport
- Listening Skills
- Relationship Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Positive and professional
- Professional Demeanor
- Multi-tasking strength
- Excellent communication skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Outgoing Personality
- Flexible Schedule
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Work Prioritization
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Safe Chemical Disposal
- Heavy Lifting
- Equipment Inspection
Accomplishments
- Army Achievement Medal (2)
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Korea Defense Service Medal
- Army Service Ribbon
Affiliations
- Outdoor Recreation Enthusiast
- Avid Reader
- Musician
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Indirect Fire Infantryman
United States Army
11.2020 - 05.2024
Microbiologist
Merieux NutriSciences
05.2018 - 08.2018
Sales Associate
Lowes
01.2017 - 07.2017
Custodial Maintenance Worker
Sands Casino
08.2016 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Northampton Community College
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