Matthew Borst
Fairbanks
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in the United States Army, excelling in personnel management and mission planning. Proven ability to train and develop soldiers while ensuring operational readiness. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and effective communication, driving team success in high-pressure environments. Recognized for enhancing morale and achieving training objectives. Proven ability to adapt to a wide variety of situations while maintaining a high level of professional conduct. Works effectively in both team and individual environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
Fort Wainwright
04.2024 - Current
- Responsible for the supervision, care, morale, and training of up to 30 subordinate soldiers.
- Responsible for the security, sustainment, resupply, and medical needs of the platoon. Communicated constantly with the Company Commander, Executive Officer, and First Sergeant to ensure the Platoon's needs were met.
- Planned and executed several complex training exercises in extreme environmental conditions.
- Served as the senior enlisted advisor to the Platoon Leader, providing tactical and technical guidance on a daily basis.
- Enforced all Army regulations and Commander's policies.
- Coordinated with other platoons and companies to accomplish daily tasks and objectives.
- Extensive experience with Adobe, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint developing products to communicate with senior officers in a succinct, yet comprehensive manner.
- Completed the Hazardous Materials Handler Course.
- Participated in Operation Guarda Shield to Indonesia in 2025
Squad Leader
United States Army
Fort Wainwright
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Responsible for the supervision, care, mentorship, and training of eight subordinate soldiers.
- Delegated tasks to two teams of four soldiers. Ensuring all tasks were completed efficiently, safely, and on time while providing updates to the Platoon Leader on the Squad's progress.
- Coordinated with other squads across the platoon to meet daily goals.
- Responsible for the safe handling and employment of firearms and explosives in a high-stress environment.
- Completed the Advanced Leaders Course.
- Completed the Advanced Military Mountaineering Course.
- Completed the Joint Air Load Planner Course.
- Participated in Operation Orient Shield to Japan in 2022, and Operation Arctic Forge to Finland in 2023.
Team Leader
United States Army
Fort Stewart
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Led three soldiers in daily tasks.
- Responsible for the direct supervision of three subordinate soldiers.
- Responsible for the overall care and training of assigned soldiers.
- Expected to be the subject matter expert in all things pertaining to assigned duties.
- Directly involved in the development of junior soldiers for future career progression.
- Expected to provide purpose, direction, and motivation at all times.
- Completed the Basic Leaders Course.
- Completed Basic Military Mountaineering.
- Participated in a 9 month rotation to Camp Humphreys, Republic of South Korea as a security force.
Enlisted Soldier
United States Army
Fort Stewart
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Maintained a high level of readiness through a rigorous training program.
- Maintained compliance with all Army regulations and policies.
- Expected to apply training to daily tasks.
- Operated and maintained several wheeled and tracked vehicles, worth several million dollars.
- Maintained all personal and assigned equipment to standard.
- Served as the Platoon Armorer, responsible for the maintenance and accountability of all the Platoon's weapon systems. Used Microsoft Excel to accurately track the status of weapons repairs and keep the Platoon Leader informed.
Fisheries Intern
South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks
Rapid City
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Conducted fish population surveys in multiple bodies of water in the Rapid City area.
- Used a variety of methods to capture specimens, including netting, electric shocking, and fixed lines.
- Computed data into an Excel spreadsheet to provide local biologists with accurate information regarding fish population levels.
- Performed maintenance on several types of boats and motors.
Sales Associate
Sherwin-Williams
Brookings
06.2016 - 07.2018
- Maintained a clean and professional-looking store environment.
- interacted with a variety of customers ranging from homeowners to contractors.
- Provided expert advice and product information to ensure all customers' needs were met.
- Expected to be professional in both appearance and performance, to ensure a positive interaction with all customers.
- Responsible for closing operations, which included the accurate reporting of sales, the transportation of store funds to the local bank, and the securing of the premises prior to departure.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Elgin Community College
Elgin, ILSome College (No Degree) - Wild Life And Fisheries Management
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SDBachelor of Arts - Military History
American Military University
Skills
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Adobe Acrobat
- Effective communication
- Performance evaluation
- Time management, multitasking, and delegation
- Risk assessment
- Works without direct supervision
- Personnel management
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Mission planning and coordination
- Leadership development and training
Affiliations
- Hiking and camping with family
- Collecting antique weapons
- Avid reader
- Weightlifting
Accomplishments
- Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Ribbon, Global War on Terror Service Ribbon, Korean Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Service Medal, Overseas Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal x2, Army Achievement Medal x8, Army Commendation Medal x5
- Expert Infantryman Badge
- Expert Driver Badge (Wheeled)
- Military Mountaineering Badge
Certification
- Hazardous Materiel Handler
- Joint Air Load Planner
- EMT-B (NREMT certified)
- Licensed on several Military Vehicles to include: M1A3 Bradly Infantry Fighting Vehicle, JLTV, LMTV, Snowmachine, and CAT-V all Terrain Vehicle
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
04.2024 - Current
Squad Leader
United States Army
06.2022 - 03.2024
Team Leader
United States Army
03.2020 - 05.2022
Enlisted Soldier
United States Army
08.2018 - 02.2020
Fisheries Intern
South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks
06.2018 - 07.2018
Sales Associate
Sherwin-Williams
06.2016 - 07.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Elgin Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Wild Life And Fisheries Management
South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Arts - Military History
American Military University
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