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Mason Russell

Edwardsville,IL

Summary

Experienced Cpl Infantryman offering 4+ years of experience with United States Marine Corps. Solid communication, planning and problem-solving abilities. Outstanding team collaboration and leadership skills. Respectful Squad Leader with exemplary skills in supervising and directing personnel, handling issues effectively and carrying out mission objectives. Astute individual with strong sense of duty and commitment to safety.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Environmental Mitigation

Miller Environmental
2023.03 - Current
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.

Bar Manager

Oliver's Mainstreet Pub
2023.03 - 2023.08
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Improved customer service rankings by resolving issues quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.

Rifle Squad Leader

United States Marine Corps
2018.11 - 2022.11
  • Maintained property and equipment inventory and crew assignments.
  • Determined necessity and type of additional resources and change of approach and techniques.
  • Managed squad of 14 members engaged in training and combat situations
  • Provided thorough reports to superiors regarding squad's activities on patrol on an hourly basis.
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
  • Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
  • Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives.
  • Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises.
  • Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
  • Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
  • Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors on weekly basis.
  • Supported Crew Supervisor in establishing and updating crew policies and implementing new procedures.
  • Kept up-to-date on mission objectives by researching intelligence targets to understand significance in geopolitical context.
  • Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and in tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
  • Instructed personnel in de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques for use in foreign national negotiations and cooperative actions.
  • Trained over 30 multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals on medical and combat skills to develop warfighting and defense capabilities.

Restaurant Busser

Texas Roadhouse
2017.10 - 2018.05
  • Assisted with moving tables, chairs, and other restaurant service equipment within dining rooms.
  • Provided respectful and courteous bussing services while operating within active dining rooms.
  • Reset used tables within prescribed timeframes to expedite turnover and increase available dining room space.
  • Performed pre-bussing duties such as vacuuming surrounding floors and removing large waste.
  • Emptied on-site trash receptacles into dumpsters and large waste receptacles.
  • Participated in pre-staging dining rooms for meals, arranging tables according to restaurant policies.
  • Collaborated with team members to address emergent dining room situations and fill gaps in duty schedules.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
  • Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Edwardsville Highschool
Edwardsville, IL
12.2017

Skills

  • Discipline and Focus
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Radio Communications
  • Field Wire Installation
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Personnel Mentoring
  • Conducting Risk Assessments
  • Coordinating Training
  • De-Escalating Conflicts
  • Event Sequencing
  • Team Leadership
  • Teamwork and Loyalty
  • Buddy Care and First Aid
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Verbal and Written Communication

Certification

  • Tactical Combat Casualty Care Training - 03/15/2020-11/25/2022


Timeline

Environmental Mitigation

Miller Environmental
2023.03 - Current

Bar Manager

Oliver's Mainstreet Pub
2023.03 - 2023.08

Rifle Squad Leader

United States Marine Corps
2018.11 - 2022.11

Restaurant Busser

Texas Roadhouse
2017.10 - 2018.05

High School Diploma -

Edwardsville Highschool
  • Tactical Combat Casualty Care Training - 03/15/2020-11/25/2022


Mason Russell