Michael Aebel
Springfield,IL
Summary
Trustworthy U.S Army Specialist AH-64 Mechanic with background participating in and supporting ground and air combat missions. Disciplined in following orders and working with others to complete tasks. Poised and calm in stressful, high-pressure situations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Active Duty Soldier
US Army
09.2017 - 09.2023
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
- Risk-assessed environments and implemented appropriate security measures.
- Navigated terrain in hostile and non-hostile conditions, achieving positive outcomes.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
- Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
- Gave individual evaluations based on fitness and combat readiness.
- Oversaw utilities manual records to perform stock control and accounting duties.
- Served as Production Control for 24 AH-64 helicopters.
- Served as Database Administrator for all maintenance computer/workbooks
- Served 4 years as an AH-64 Helicopter crew chief mechanic/maintainer
- Safely handled hazardous materials and service related POL's on a daily basis
Food Service Worker
Turbo Fire Pizza
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Handled cash transactions and point-of-sale operations to assist dining room staff during busy service periods.
- Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared for cooks by washing, cutting, or measuring food items.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
- Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items and corresponding ingredients.
- Processed customer payments and balanced cash drawers.
Carpenter's Helper
Aebel Construction
01.2014 - 08.2017
- Prepared materials accurately using hand and power tools to make precise cuts.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
- Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
- Installed and repaired woodwork, millwork, and cabinetry under supervision of master carpenter.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Monitored tool and equipment condition and arranged repairs.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Cleaned work areas, machines and equipment to maintain clean and safe job site.
- Transported materials and tools from work truck to project areas and organized supplies based on likely needs.
- Assisted carpenters in constructing new homes, installing frames and assembling roofing structures.
- Assisted with project planning by measuring locations and pieces, marking points, and skillfully cutting materials.
- Measured and cut wood pieces using hand saws and powered saws.
- Set up and broke down scaffolding, shoring, and other support systems to meet project requirements.
Dishwasher
Texas Roadhouse
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lawrence Education Center
Springfield, IL03.2017
Skills
- Buddy Care and First Aid
- Mechanically Inclined with Gas/Diesel Motors
- Strategic Thinking
- Imagery Analysis
- Critical Thinking
- Secure Communication
- Equipment Maintenance
- Squad Leadership
- Training Coordination
- Risk Assessments
- Team Supervision
- Defense Systems
- Some experience with Hydraulic/Pneudraulic Maintenance
Certification
Universal CFC/HCFC Refrigerant Processing Certificate
Applies to Type 1, Type 2, Type 3 Refrigerants
Timeline
Active Duty Soldier
US Army
09.2017 - 09.2023
Food Service Worker
Turbo Fire Pizza
08.2016 - 08.2017
Dishwasher
Texas Roadhouse
08.2014 - 08.2015
Carpenter's Helper
Aebel Construction
01.2014 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Lawrence Education Center