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Rodney Linkous

El Paso,Texas

Summary

With a proven track record at the County of El Paso Texas, I excel in regulatory compliance and firearm safety, blending strong communication skills with adaptive problem-solving. As a seasoned NRA Instructor and U.S. Army Marksmanship Instructor, my expertise extends to educating on gun safety and laws, underpinned by a continuous learning mindset. Qualified as movie armorer with comprehensive knowledge of weaponry maintenance and safety protocols. Proven track record of ensuring operational readiness and reliability of various firearms and equipment. Demonstrated expertise in inventory management and meticulous attention to detail.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Movie Armorer - The Majestic Mission Trail

County of El Paso Texas
08.2023 - 08.2023
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Accounted for weapons, munitions and associated equipment, creating inventories and replenishing.
  • Ensured actors were aware of firearm safety and safety on set.

Armorer/Safety 6 Guns and Whiskey Movie

Joshua Ruiz
03.2021 - 04.2022

Trained new actors on gun safety and gun handling.

Kept an accounting of all firearms and ammunition.

Personally loaded all firearms.

Made sure firing lines were safe for performers.

Supplied Blank ammunition for the production.

Watched all shoots and recovered firearms and all unused ammunition.

NRA Instructor

Self Employed
07.2005 - 08.2012

NRA trained instructor in Home Safety, Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun

Prepared lesson plans for classes.

Gave instructions on the 4 Rules of Gun Safety.

Taught classes on firearm handling, laws for gun owners, and how to shoot.

Range Safety Officer/ Instructor during firing practice.

Performer/armorer/ammo Controller/trainer

Paso Del Norte Pistoleros
04.1993 - 08.2004

Wrote scripts for gunfight reenactments.

Ordered blank ammunition for performances.

Assisted in training new members in gun safety, gun handling during performances, and public speaking.

Acted as announcer/performer during performances.

Armorer and safety officer during performances.

Insured that safety procedures for shooters and audiences were followed during performances.

Marksmanship Instructor and Competitor

U.S. Army
06.1979 - 09.1980

Competed in military and civilian matches.

Gave classes to high school ROTC students on military firearms.

Gave marksmanship training to military units.

Conducted range qualifications for military units.

Helped unit armorer work on unit firearms.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education (majors in History And English)

University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, Texas
08-1990

Skills

  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Patience and Perseverance
  • Adaptive Problem Solving
  • Continuous learning mindset

Timeline

Movie Armorer - The Majestic Mission Trail

County of El Paso Texas
08.2023 - 08.2023

Armorer/Safety 6 Guns and Whiskey Movie

Joshua Ruiz
03.2021 - 04.2022

NRA Instructor

Self Employed
07.2005 - 08.2012

Performer/armorer/ammo Controller/trainer

Paso Del Norte Pistoleros
04.1993 - 08.2004

Marksmanship Instructor and Competitor

U.S. Army
06.1979 - 09.1980

Bachelor of Arts - Education (majors in History And English)

University of Texas At El Paso
Rodney Linkous