Raul Arellano
Belvidere
Summary
Versatile and motivated professional with hands-on experience in military maintenance, underground utility locating, and vehicle operations in both mission-critical and customer-facing environments. Proven leader with experience managing squads, mentoring personnel, and coordinating maintenance to ensure equipment readiness and reliability.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
94F / Squad Leader
Illinois National Guard
Machesney Park, IL
07.2017 - Current
- Volunteered to lead Night Vision Drivers training FY2025; certified 148 Soldiers in 2 days, enhancing operational readiness for JRTC and EDU mission.
- Committed to mentoring lower-enlisted personnel at drills, fostered professional development, benefiting the growth of six soldiers.
- Cross trained as 91B Light wheeled mechanic for 7 years.
- Performed preventative maintenance checks and services in accordance with manufacturer technical manuals.
Utility locator
On The Spot Utilities
Rockford, IL
10.2025 - Current
- Communicated effectively with homeowners, contractors, and other locators regarding utility locates.
- Developed efficient workflows for utility marking processes, enhancing response times
- Operated advanced utility locating equipment to accurately identify underground infrastructure
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago05-2025
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Preventive Maintenance
- Diagnostics
- Vehicle inspections
- Work order management
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Utility locator
On The Spot Utilities
10.2025 - Current
94F / Squad Leader
Illinois National Guard
07.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
University of Illinois At Chicago
AWARDS
Distinguished Honor Graduate of Ordnance School - 11/2019
Army Achievement Medal - 08/2020