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Nicholas Kelso

San Jose,CA

Summary

Experienced Corporal Infantryman offering 5+ years of experience with United States Marine Corps. Solid communication, planning and problem-solving abilities. Outstanding team collaboration and leadership skills. Demonstrated success in training team members, conducting evaluations and reviewing records. Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Safety-driven and disciplined with a remarkable work ethic. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

0311 Infantry United States Marine Corps

USMC
06.2017 - 09.2022
  • Performed essential maintenance tasks on individual weapons systems to ensure optimal reliability during critical missions.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Maximized mission success with precise marksmanship skills, consistently hitting targets at long range distances.
  • Established strong working relationships with foreign counterparts while deployed overseas, fostering cooperation between allied forces during multinational operations.
  • Operated advanced communication systems to maintain situational awareness among team members during complex operations.
  • Responded effectively to emergency situations, applying basic first aid and life-saving techniques when necessary.
  • Displayed adaptability by quickly learning new tactics, techniques, and weapon systems when faced with evolving threats or mission requirements.
  • Participated in joint exercises with other military branches to foster teamwork and improve overall combat effectiveness.
  • Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Trained over multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop warfighting and defense capabilities.
  • Maintained secure communication systems to relay information to and from command teams.
  • Led soldiers through successful engagements with enemy forces.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Leigh High School
San Jose, CA
06.2017

Skills

  • Military Discipline
  • Teamwork and Loyalty
  • Safety Protocols
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Safety Guidelines
  • Technical Guidance
  • Equipment management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Self Motivation

Accomplishments


    Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary Medal

    Global War On Terrorism Service Medal

    Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal

    Sea Service Deployment Medal

    National DEfense Service Medal

    Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation

    Letter of Appreciation

    Basic Security Guard Course

    Non Lethal Weapons Course

    Squad Leader of 15 Marines during Battalion Level Exercises For Deployment Readiness

    Basic Infantry Rifleman Course

    Leading Marines Certification

    Substance Abuse Coordinator

    Risk Management Course



Timeline

0311 Infantry United States Marine Corps

USMC
06.2017 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

Leigh High School
Nicholas Kelso