Training Supervisor
Resume:
Christopher L.
Nicholson
**** ******* **. ********, **. 43229
****.*****.*********@**.****.***
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a challenging position in a field where my skills and motivation
are needed.
SUMMARY of QUALIFICATIONS
8 and1/2 years of professional experience in the Military. Have two tours
in Iraq and one tour in Afghanistan working as Scout Truck Convoy
Commander. Worked in supply, other areas of logistics, training and
development, and material management. Highly motivated with extensive
management, supervisory, and organizational skills. Adept and skillful
communicator that interacts well with all levels of staff and management.
Excellent facilitator, patient and effective when teaching and working with
soldiers of diverse backgrounds. Received numerous achievements,
commendations, and meritorious awards for leadership and the ability to
motivate soldiers. Currently hold Government Secret Security Clearance.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Supervisor; US Army, Fort Lee, Virginia/Afghanistan 2007-Present
. Trained more than 60 soldiers during classroom and field training
exercises that were associated with basic petroleum operating
systems. Reviewed and updated the curriculum, conducted training,
developed practical exercises, and administered evaluations to gauge
the soldiers learning progress.
. Utilized audiovisual aids and other training material to supplement
presentations.
. Accounted for related equipment, training aids, and military vehicles
valued in excess of $300,000.
. Completed over 86 missions as Scout Truck Commander in Afghanistan.
Was in charge of warning the convoy of all suspected Improvise
Explosive Devices (IED), suspicious actions, changes in the terrain
and guiding the convoy to each destination safely.
. Qualified expert with the M16A2 mm gun and sharpshooter with the 50
CAL mm gun
. Certified in Military Combative Course (Hand to Hand Combat)
Supervisor/50CAL Gunner; US Army, Darmstadt Germany/Iraq 2002-2007
. Developed, compiled, revised and submitted required daily, monthly,
quarterly, and annual administrative reports on personnel, equipment
and training.
. Served as a principle advisor to the commander, platoon leader and
first sergeant on technical and tactical related issues.
. Performed duties as the unit liaison for drug and alcohol substance
control/abuse program.
. Responsible for the accountability and maintenance of equipment
valued in excess of $2,000.000.
. Coached and mentored two soldiers to become the "Soldier of the
Quarter".
. Supervised environmental protection activities and contingency plans
for the section.
. Performed additional duties as supervisor for the unit's water
purification section.
. Served as a 50CAL Gunner during numerous convoys.
Material Handler/Fork Lift Operator; Kohler Plumbing, Union City, TN
1996-2002
. Responsible for the building and packaging of a variety of shower
doors in a timely manner.
. Responsible for loading and unloading of materials from Freight
Trucks that were to be shipped to and from the factory.
. Responsible for documenting and tracking materials being shipped to
and from the factory.
MILITARY TRAINING
Certificate of Completion - US Army Combative Course (Hand to Hand Combat),
Fort Lee, Virginia: 2007 and 2008
Diploma - Primary Leadership Development Course, Grafenwoehr, Germany:
2005
Certificate of Training - Combat Life Saver Course, Balad Iraq: 2003
CIVILIAN EDUCATION
Graduated from Union City High School, Union City, TN: 1996
AWARDS and DECORATIONS
Army Meritorious Service Medal, 2002
Army Commendation Medal, 2003, 2006, 2007
Joint Service Achievement Medal, 2002
Army Good Conduct Medal, 2005, 2008
Certificate of Achievement, 2004, 2008
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