Tristan Shelton
Shawnee,OK
Summary
Dedicated Soldier with 7 years serving in the Army as enlisted member of large team. Excellent abilities to follow direction, lead others and find solutions. Known for perseverance in task completion and outstanding work ethic. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Enlisted Soldier
Army
Fort Sill, OK
04.2017 - 02.2024
- Displayed sound judgment when making decisions under pressure or duress in both garrison and field environments.
- Participated in live-fire exercises to ensure proficiency with individual weapons systems.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing duties such as operating a motor vehicle or handling hazardous materials.
- Inspected all weapons prior to use to ensure they were serviceable and safe to fire.
- Assisted with planning operations by providing input on mission objectives, logistical needs, and troop movements.
- Maintained and operated military vehicles in order to transport personnel, equipment, and supplies.
- Observed terrain features during patrols in order to identify potential threats or hazards.
- Interpreted maps using orienteering techniques to determine location of friendly forces and enemy positions.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance checks on assigned vehicles, including oil changes and tire rotation.
- Provided security during convoy operations by monitoring roadways for suspicious activity or threats.
- Engaged targets using small arms weapons systems according to established rules of engagement.
- Conducted field training exercises for new recruits in the use of weapons, combat strategies, and tactics.
- Assisted medics with triage procedures following engagements with enemy forces.
- Worked in small groups to accomplish complex goals within tight deadlines and standards.
- Displayed leadership in accomplishing assignments and learning new skills.
- Used rifles, machine guns and other weapons to suppress enemy forces during warfare.
- Performed inspections to keep equipment in working order.
- Used artillery and missiles to protect infantry and tank units.
- Utilized missiles and rockets to defend aircraft.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bland County High School
Rocky Gap, VA07-2016
Skills
- Weapon maintenance
- Weapon Knowledge
- People Skills
- Proficient in de-escalation
Affiliations
- Fishing
- Working on cars
Accomplishments
- Good Conduct Medal (x2)
- Overseas Service Ribbon (x2)
- Many other awards upon request
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Enlisted Soldier
Army
04.2017 - 02.2024
High School Diploma -
Bland County High School