Distribution Platoon Leader
Fort Campbell, Ky
I am the Platoon Leader for 24 personnel within a Forward Support Company for the 1st Squadron 61st Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), while forward deployed to Afghanistan and in garrison. Responsible for the combat readiness, training, health, welfare and maintenance of all Soldiers ensuring readiness for successful deployment to a combat theater and to execute wartime missions. Responsibilities include more than $6 million worth of equipment, tactical and combat readiness, the distribution of fuel, ammunition, and the transportation of the 516 personnel of the Squadron’s two Cavalry Troops, Recon Infantry Troop, Head Quarters Troop and Support Troop. Lead by personal example, establish a positive command environment that inspires all personnel to complete their mission. Assist the Squadron with the integration and synchronization of logistics in all aspects of planning and operations. On order, conduct full spectrum operations. Additional duties include Troop Unit Movement Officer, Voting Assistance Officer, and Environmental Officer.