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RYLAND HILL

Huntsville,AL

Summary

Highly-motivated veteran with a desire to further my capabilities as a technician. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mechanical Technician (T-2)

Applied Research Associates (ARA)
Huntsville, AL
03.2024 - Current
  • Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Assembled new systems and sub-systems from drawings and schematics supplied by engineering department.
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by sanding, washing and cleaning with solvents.
  • Mixed paint to desired color and texture using various tools and techniques.
  • Applied primer, sealer, base coat and clear coat according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Performed quality control checks during each step of the painting process to ensure accuracy.

M1A2 Armor Crewman

United States Army
Fort Stewart, GA
01.2019 - 05.2023
  • Operating the M1a2 Sep v2 Abrams Tank.
  • Operate vehicle over varied terrain and roadways in combat formation and armor marches.
  • Prepare tank for operations under various weather conditions and for night vision operations.
  • Indicate location, strength, tactical deployment, and emplacement of friendly and enemy units.
  • Prepare range and sketch cards and determine range to target.
  • Assist in target detection and identification.
  • Maintain orientation in moving the vehicle by comparing terrain with maps.
  • Read and interpret maps and aerial photographs.
  • Record information on maps and overlays.
  • Maintaining the M1a2 Sep v2 Abrams Tank.
  • Assist in the performance of tank maintenance of automotive components.
  • Perform operator maintenance on the turret, weapons, controls, and communications equipment.
  • Perform preventative maintenance checks and services on tank chassis and automotive components before, during, and after use.
  • Prepare DA Form 2404 (Dispatching Form) and maintains vehicle equipment folder.

Non-Commissioned Officer

United States Army
Fort Stewart, GA
02.2021 - 03.2023
  • Supervisor and assigned a team of soldiers whom I am personally responsible for and am required to evaluate them periodically for their cleanliness, responsibility, and standards of duty.
  • Maintain physical fitness for my soldiers and myself.
  • Personally hold to standards for physical appearance and physical readiness as an example for my soldiers.
  • Assist the tank commander in the training of the tank crew.
  • Assist in maintaining the gunnery proficiency of subordinate gunners and loaders.
  • Reviewed and assessed complex documentation for combat, weapon systems and anti-terrorism programs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
01-2025

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
12-2024

Basic Leadership Course -

United States Army
Fort Stewart, GA
01-2022

Skills

  • Mil Spec Painting
  • Gel Coat Application
  • Composite Resin Application (Grayco System)
  • Preventative / Reparative Maintenance
  • Fire Control Systems Diagnostics and Maintenance
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Heavy Equipment Operations
  • Troubleshooting
  • Weapons Handling
  • Explosives handling
  • Electrical Systems
  • Engine repair

Certification

  • Secret Clearance
  • Hazardous Material Handling (2019)
  • Distributed Leadership Certification (2020)
  • Basic Leadership Course (BLC) (2022)
  • Fork Lift and High Lift License (2023)

Accomplishments

  • February 2020 - Awarded Army Achievement Medal (AAM) for Most Lethal Platoon at the Platoon Live Fire Exercise
  • January 2021 - Awarded Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM) in 2021, Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM) in 2020, Army Service Ribbon (ASR) in 2020, Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) and National Defense Service Medal (NDSM)
  • February 2022 - Awarded Army Achievement Medal (AAM), Certificate of Achievement (COA), and received a Challenge Coin from the Army Chief of Staff (General James McConville) for the achieving the Top Tank Gunnery in my battalion
  • May 2023 - Awarded The Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) for outstanding active duty service

Timeline

Mechanical Technician (T-2)

Applied Research Associates (ARA)
03.2024 - Current

Non-Commissioned Officer

United States Army
02.2021 - 03.2023

M1A2 Armor Crewman

United States Army
01.2019 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Southern New Hampshire University

Basic Leadership Course -

United States Army

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Southern New Hampshire University

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