Vance Hooper
Norman,OK
Summary
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
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rotary Wing Pilot Training
US Army
Enterprise, AL
07.2024 - 12.2025
- Successfully completed all prerequisite training and evaluations required for aviation qualification, including maintaining proper readiness, meeting uniform and conduct standards, and demonstrating strong academic performance.
- Passed all written examinations, practical evaluations, and flightline check rides without incident.
- Achieved rated U.S. Army (CH-47F & UH-72A) pilot status.
- Training Sequence: BOLC - Basic Officer Leadership Course, SERE-C - Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape, Common Core - UH-72 Lakota, Advanced Airframe - CH-47 Chinook, ALE - Aviation Leader Education (BOLC Part B)
Gold Bar Recruiter
US Army
Edmond, OK
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted in recruiting initiatives for the Oklahoma National Guard and the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) ROTC program.
- Delivered briefings to college classes multiple times per week to promote service opportunities and engage prospective cadets.
- Coordinated and staffed recruiting tables at campus events, providing information, sharing personal experiences, and answering student inquiries.
- Supported outreach activities to enhance program visibility and strengthen candidate engagement.
Warehouse Unload
UPS
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Unloaded incoming trucks and transported heavy materials using proper lifting techniques.
- Worked efficiently on night shift operations to support inventory flow and maintain warehouse productivity.
Delivery Driver
Amazon
Oklahoma City, OK
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Safely and efficiently delivered packages to residential and commercial locations.
- Operated a large box truck while maintaining full DOT certification and an incident-free driving record.
- Ensured timely deliveries, adhered to safety protocols, and provided reliable customer service.
Receiver
NCAA, SNU, OSU
Stillwater, OK
09.2017 - 05.2023
- Demonstrated exceptional reliability, punctuality, and adherence to organizational expectations.
- Highly coachable and team-oriented, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain discipline and focus.
- Learned rapidly through hands-on practice and adapted quickly to dynamic situations.
- Exhibited strong short-term recall, emotional regulation, physical control, and the capacity to perform effectively under extreme stress.
Education
Master's degree - Aviation and Space, Minor in Military Science
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK05.2023
Bachelor's degree - University Studies
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK07.2021
High School Diploma -
Frisco Heritage HS
Frisco, TX05.2017
Skills
- Physically fit
- Calm nature
- Pistol and rifle marksmanship
- Airspace regulations
- Aircraft operation
- Emergency procedures
- Flight navigation
- Pre-flight checks
- Weather analysis and interpretation
- Fuel management and conservation
- Helicopter operation
- Planning
- Team management
- Multitasking
Training
- Achieved First-Team Academic All-Big 12 honors.
- Possess 7 years of public speaking and presentation experience.
- Completed advanced survival training and extensive leadership development throughout collegiate and military career, including roles such as ROTC Leader, Advanced Camp Cadet Leader, PT Program Leader/Planner, Collegiate Football Team Leader, SERE Team Lead, FCA Event Leader, and Flight School Class Leader.
- Qualified in both rifle and pistol marksmanship; completed U.S. Army Combative training.
- Hold concealed carry licenses in Texas and Alabama.
Certification
FAA commercial rotary wing license and instrument rating
FAA Part 107 sUAS (Drone Pilot) License
Timeline
Rotary Wing Pilot Training
US Army
07.2024 - 12.2025
Gold Bar Recruiter
US Army
12.2023 - 07.2024
Warehouse Unload
UPS
10.2023 - 12.2023
Delivery Driver
Amazon
02.2023 - 12.2023
Receiver
NCAA, SNU, OSU
09.2017 - 05.2023
Master's degree - Aviation and Space, Minor in Military Science
Oklahoma State University
Bachelor's degree - University Studies
Oklahoma State University
High School Diploma -
Frisco Heritage HS