Robert A. Rodriguez
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VETERAN’S PREFERENCE STATUS: 10 PT
CLEARANCE: SECRET
CITIZENSHIP: US
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Combat veteran with deployment experience and 2 Purple Hearts
• Proficient with MS Office Applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook.
• Experience with public speaking and training; particularly in situations where communication was difficult due to language barriers.
• Rated Expert on M9 handguns, M16, M14, M4 rifles.
• Patent holder on Underwater Deposit-Recovery Scooper and Specimen Storage Container for recovery of underwater organic material.
• Certified Combat Lifesaver.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
June 2007-November 2010
Patient (Combat Engineer, Sergeant)
Brooke Army Medical Center
Ft. Hood Wounded Warrior Brigade
Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Fort Meade, MD
In recovery/rehabilitation for injuries sustained in combat. Attended appointments, underwent surgery and participated in a wide range of therapies. Kept leadership abreast of latest developments in recovery process. Filed administrative forms and paperwork.
April 2010- October 2010
Intern, Security Section
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Bethesda, MD
Participated in unpaid internship during recovery to gain skills applicable to civilian workforce. Examined security packets for new nuclear facilities to ensure that all regulatory measures and emergency response situations were accounted for and actionable. Participated in training for security breach situations of nuclear facilities to identify weaknesses in procedures. Researched regulatory methods per federal requirements.
August 2006- June 2007
Combat Engineer (Sergeant), US Army
Baghdad, Iraq
56K per annum, 60 hours per week, full time, permanent
Sergeant First Class Valentine, 254-***-**** (you may contact)
Performed basic combat construction. Operated various light or heavy engineer wheeled vehicles. Operated and served as crewmember on a variety of vehicles and equipment while participating in combat mobility, counter mobility, and survivability operations. Prepared and installed priming and firing systems for demolition and explosives. Armed, disarmed, and installed anti–personnel and anti–tank mines. Located mines by visual means or by using a mine detector. Recognized and neutralized booby traps, friendly and threat mines, and firing devices. Managed 6 soldiers in all aspect of daily function: confirmed proper conduct, made recommendations for promotion or discipline, provided individual counseling and support on a wide range of personal and professional topics, assured that proper uniform and protocol procedures were observed and that soldiers were present and accounted for when on duty. Demonstrated a solid knowledge of infantry tactics and weapons. Provided position reports and situation reports over the radio to leadership at camp. Assisted in performance of organizational maintenance of vehicle and armament system components. Controlled fire team movements. Placed explosives and cleared misfires. Provided personal security for military VIPs from all branches during transport between camps. Trained local national police force in military tactics, basic combat and breaching techniques: communicated with individuals who had little command of the English language in order to convey important details of the operational situation. Detained suspicious individuals and high value targets. Transported inmates to and from civilian authorities ensuring timely and appropriate delivery. Provided physical security and vehicle operation, conveyed detainees and inmates to local airlift, including high-profile prisoners. Searched detainees ensuring safety while confiscating contraband. Authored after action reports on occasion in which individuals were detained and handed paperwork over to corrections/military police.
February 2005- August 2006
Combat Engineer (PFC to Sgt),
Fort Meade, MD
28K per annum, 60 HOURS PER WEEK
Staff Sergeant French, 254-***-**** (you may contact)
Trained in the basics of combat engineering in preparation for deployment. Learned rules of engagement, Iraqi acculturation, basic language skills, and specific, often classified details of operational situation. Traveled to locations around the country to learn indirect fire, squad tactics and maneuvers, etc. Trained to maintain positive control over lead, flank, and rear security elements; continually adjusted movement techniques, depending upon the situation and terrain. Consolidated and reorganized objective based on conditions and emerging threats. Conducted thorough and continuous analysis of the terrain, weather conditions, and enemy situation throughout the planning process.
2004
Technical Assistant, Academy of Applied Sciences
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Loch Ness, Scotland
Participated in two scientific explorations to uncover any validity surrounding the legendary Loch Ness Monster in Scotland. Assisted Dr. Robert Rines, developer of the Microwave Early Warning System. Worked with team of scientists who used underwater remote controlled vehicle to determine if creatures living in Loch Ness were undiscovered species. Took extensive notes, cleaned equipment, and documented discovery of new species of sub aquatic mushrooms.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
High School Graduate, 2005, Fitchburg High School, Massachusetts
Army Schools:
Combat Engineer School
Infantry School
Mine School
Hand to Hand Combat Training
Armor School
Combat Life Saving
Additional Army Training:
Terrorism Awareness
Leadership
Urban Combat
Breaching Techniques
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION:
Purple Heart (2)
Army Achievement Medal (2)
Combat Action Badge
Army Commendation Medal (2)
National Defense Medal
Good Conduct Medal
Global War on Terror Expeditionary Medal
Iraqi Campaign Medal
Overseas Service Ribbon
Driver and Mechanic Badge with Driver Wheeled Vehicles