Travis Buchko
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
A seasoned United States Marine Corps veteran, I excel in maintaining security and overseeing training, demonstrating a unique blend of leadership and technical proficiency. My experience as a Tactics Instructor and Platoon Sergeant highlights my ability to build morale and ensure operational excellence, with a proven track record of enhancing team performance and readiness.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
01.2022 - Current
- Advised Maintenance Control Officer regarding needed repairs and material readiness.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
Recruiter
United States Marine Corps
04.2022 - 01.2025
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
05.2018 - 01.2022
- Maintained property and equipment inventory and crew assignments.
- Operated heavy equipment, fire equipment and mobile Incident Command Center vehicle.
Tactics Instructor
United States Marine Corps
05.2015 - 04.2018
- Operated surveillance radar, communication systems and identification equipment.
- Gave individual evaluations based on fitness and combat readiness.
- Prepared and submitted personnel, ordnance and operational reports.
- Managed weapon handling, delivery, and shipping systems.
Team Leader
United States Marine Corps
10.2012 - 03.2014
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
07.2011 - 10.2011
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
Line Worker
WTS International
01.2010 - 05.2011
- Submitted work orders to have Type vehicles repaired and checked each one thoroughly upon return to service.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
Fry Cook
McDonald's
04.2006 - 05.2007
- Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Operated fryers and grills by pouring oil and placing food items on surface to fry or grill.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Education
Bachelor - Criminal Justice
Park University
Kansas City, MOSkills
- Overseeing training
- Maintaining security
- Building morale
- Radio communication
- Mentoring
- Professional Development
- Career progression
- Team building
- Time management
Education
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Timeline
Recruiter
United States Marine Corps
04.2022 - 01.2025
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
01.2022 - Current
Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
05.2018 - 01.2022
Tactics Instructor
United States Marine Corps
05.2015 - 04.2018
Team Leader
United States Marine Corps
10.2012 - 03.2014
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
07.2011 - 10.2011
Line Worker
WTS International
01.2010 - 05.2011
Fry Cook
McDonald's
04.2006 - 05.2007
Bachelor - Criminal Justice
Park University