Nathan A. Hocking
Gouverneur,NY
Summary
Effective leader and team builder with over 23 years of experience in the US Army. Experience working with High Frequency (HF), Line of Sight and SATCOM radio systems. Proven ability to successfully navigate personnel management, training and development, and operations management. Seeking an opportunity to utilize current strengths and skills; as well as, learn and grow professionally and personally.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Electronics Technician
Lakota Solutions
Fort Drum, NY
09.2022 - Current
- Identified and diagnosed malfunctioning electronic components, systems, and equipment.
- Read schematics and technical diagrams to determine the best course of action for repairs or modifications.
- Created detailed documentation of all repair processes including notes on product defects or malfunctions encountered.
MSG, Senior Network Operations Supervisor
US Army
Fort Drum, NY
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed the planning, setup, operation, and defense of an organization’s network system supporting up to 15,000 users over tactical Voice and Data Networks
- Planned and conducted Division, Brigade and Battalion Signal supports operations and signal equipment training
- Led and advised during forecasting and planning meetings weekly to synchronize cross-functional teams to meet organizational goals and initiatives
MSG, Operations Supervisor
US Army
Camp Humphreys, South Korea
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Planned and supervised the execution of internal and external taskings for over 1700 personnel including coordinating resources and support, delegating tasks and responsibilities out to area teams, and setting deadlines and maintaining timelines
- Coordinated administrative and logistical operations with US and South Korean Forces and coordinated with internal and external stakeholders to meet organizational goals, plan final coordination efforts, and provide follow up after action reports and maintain records of events
- Developed staff information services policies and procedures, Established unit signal maintenance programs, policies and procedures.
1SG, Personnel Supervisor
US Army
Fort Drum, NY
11.2016 - 08.2020
- Maintained and enforced standards in order to ensure all training objectives were met, developed training and professional development plans, and managed all medical and human resource metrics to maintain unit deployability for 80 personnel
- Planned and conducted Division, Brigade and Battalion Signal supports operations and signal equipment training
- Established and enforced the company’s communications maintenance program, received all reporting requirements and provided accurate data and tracking information to higher headquarters, and coordinated logistical support for all networks
- Performed administrative functions to ensure the health and welfare of the unit’s Soldiers and their families.
SFC, Senior Drill Sergeant
US Army
Fort Jackson, South Carolina
10.2014 - 10.2016
- Trained and prepared over 1500 civilians into the U.S
- Army, while maintaining responsibility for their health, welfare, and training
- Established and maintained high military standards while teaching the Army Values, and discipline
- Instructed Soldiers on basic marksmanship, physical fitness, drill and ceremony, and combat training and tactics
- Tracked and maintained files for all Soldiers training records in order to ensure accuracy and accountability during Initial Entry Training
- Assisted in the planning, coordination, tracking, and movement of Soldiers assigned to and from all required training events, ranges, and field training exercises.
SFC, Detachment Sergeant
US Army
Grafenwoehr, Germany
07.2012 - 09.2014
- Maintained and enforced standards in order to ensure all training objectives were met, developed training and professional development plans, and managed all medical and human resource metrics to 135 personnel
- Our team provided network communications support for over 10,000 customers throughout Bavaria, Germany
- Led and advised during forecasting and planning meetings weekly to synchronize cross-functional teams to meet organizational goals and initiatives.
SFC, Joint Base Station Supervisor
US Army
Fort Carson, Colorado
04.2001 - 06.2012
- Supervised, planned and integrated the installation, employment and maintenance of signal support systems, automated telecommunications systems, satellite radio communications systems and communication networks, using radio, wire and battlefield automated systems
- Supervised the operation of tactical voice and data networks while in hostile environments and coordinated signal activities with other stakeholders
- Provided technical advice and assistance to commanders and subordinate units
- Planned and conducted Division, Brigade and Battalion Signal supports operations
- Planned and conducted signal equipment training.
Education
MOS 25W Telecommunications Operations Chief - Senior Leadership Course
Senior-Level Leadership, Technical, And Management
Fort Gordon, GA2011
MOS 25C Radio Operator-Maintainer - Leadership Course
Advanced Leadership And Management Development
Fort Gordon2007
Army Leadership Course - Leadership Course
Basic Leadership Development Course
Fort Hood, TX2002
MOS 31C/25C - Radio Operator-Maintainer
Advanced Skills Course AIT
Fort Gordon, GA02.2000
Basic Training -
Army Basic Training
Fort Benning, GA10.1999
High School Diploma -
Bethlehem Junior Senior High School
Bethlehem NH06.1999
Airborne and Jumpmaster Certified -
Airborne & Jumpmaster School
Fort Benning & Fort CarsonOperations Security Level II -
Operations Security Level II
Camp Humphreys, South KoreaUS Army Drill Sergeant -
Drill Sergeant School
Fort JacksonMobile Retention Trainer -
Mobile Retention Trainer
Fort JacksonMaster Fitness Trainer -
Master Fitness Trainer
Fort JacksonMobile Force Protection -
Mobile Force Protection Course
Melbourne, FloridaSurvival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape Training -
Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape Training
Fort Bragg, NCSkills
- Secret Security Clearance
- Training and experience working with US Army tactical radio systems
- Troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining US Army communication equipment
- Leadership & Supervisory Experience
- Conflict Resolution
- Strong Communication Skills
- Network Repairs and Maintenance
- Performance Improvements
- Problem Solving
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
Timeline
Electronics Technician
Lakota Solutions
09.2022 - Current
MSG, Senior Network Operations Supervisor
US Army
10.2021 - 07.2022
MSG, Operations Supervisor
US Army
09.2020 - 09.2021
1SG, Personnel Supervisor
US Army
11.2016 - 08.2020
SFC, Senior Drill Sergeant
US Army
10.2014 - 10.2016
SFC, Detachment Sergeant
US Army
07.2012 - 09.2014
SFC, Joint Base Station Supervisor
US Army
04.2001 - 06.2012
MOS 25W Telecommunications Operations Chief - Senior Leadership Course
Senior-Level Leadership, Technical, And Management
MOS 25C Radio Operator-Maintainer - Leadership Course
Advanced Leadership And Management Development
Army Leadership Course - Leadership Course
Basic Leadership Development Course
MOS 31C/25C - Radio Operator-Maintainer
Advanced Skills Course AIT
Basic Training -
Army Basic Training
High School Diploma -
Bethlehem Junior Senior High School
Airborne and Jumpmaster Certified -
Airborne & Jumpmaster School
Operations Security Level II -
Operations Security Level II
US Army Drill Sergeant -
Drill Sergeant School
Mobile Retention Trainer -
Mobile Retention Trainer
Master Fitness Trainer -
Master Fitness Trainer
Mobile Force Protection -
Mobile Force Protection Course
Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape Training -
Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape Training
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