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Richmond, Texas, United States

Hhc 176Th Engineer Brigade

Hhc 386Th En Bn

Responsible for providing construction and operational support of the battalion and assigned companies.

Hhc 386Th En Bn

Selected as a 120A Construction Engineering Technician Warrant Officer Candidate. Appointment into the 120A military occupational specialty (MOS) was contingent upon attendance and completion of both the Warrant Officer Candidate School and the Warrant Officer Basic Course for the 120A MOS. Withdrew from the program due to external factors.

Hhc, 176Th En Bde, Grand Prairie, Texas

Assigned as section NCOIC in the absence of other leaders. Main task is ensuring section readiness for potential upcoming mobilization. Responsible for tracking 21 soldiers assigned to the S7 section, preparing section training plans, and coordinating project management along with design engineers. Provided mentorship by delegating project and training opportunities to junior enlisted soldiers as appropriate; building on strengths present in certain soldiers while coaching others who are… Show more Assigned as section NCOIC in the absence of other leaders. Main task is ensuring section readiness for potential upcoming mobilization. Responsible for tracking 21 soldiers assigned to the S7 section, preparing section training plans, and coordinating project management along with design engineers. Provided mentorship by delegating project and training opportunities to junior enlisted soldiers as appropriate; building on strengths present in certain soldiers while coaching others who are lacking in MOS specific skills. Ensuring NCOs assigned to the section complete projects in a timely and effective manner is also a priority; properly inspecting projects with current QA/QC procedures to ensure compliance. Show less

Hhc, 176Th En Bde, Grand Praire, Texas

Worked in various roles as a technical engineer NCO to include: survey team leader, squad leader, and survey NCOIC. Responsible for coordinating and managing all survey related operations, including topographic surveys, construction stakeouts, and training up to 27 soldiers in varying surveying techniques. Selected to represent the brigade during the Chilean Platoon Exchange mission as a survey representative in 2015, where I worked with Chilean military and civilian personnel conducting… Show more Worked in various roles as a technical engineer NCO to include: survey team leader, squad leader, and survey NCOIC. Responsible for coordinating and managing all survey related operations, including topographic surveys, construction stakeouts, and training up to 27 soldiers in varying surveying techniques. Selected to represent the brigade during the Chilean Platoon Exchange mission as a survey representative in 2015, where I worked with Chilean military and civilian personnel conducting construction operations on roadways and transportation avenues. Selected for the 2015 and 2017 Best Warrior Competition as the company representative for the brigade level NCO competition. Successfully completed 10 survey missions throughout the state, resulting in improved armory quality as well as increased soldier readiness. Maintained section training calendars and ensured all section personnel were aware of upcoming drill training schedules. Properly prepared all section soldiers for 2016-2017 mobilization by setting proper training standards and continuously evaluating and coaching as needed. Show less

Technical Headquarters Section, 176Th En Bde, Camp Buehring, Kuwait

Initially selected as the survey NCOIC for the section, responsible for 3 survey teams conducting survey projects throughout the CENTCOM area of operations. Assigned survey teams conducted over 45 missions in the area of operations, improving base living conditions and fighting positions. Additionally, I was appointed as the Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) Section NCOIC, where I was responsible for managing 5 multi-unit survey and design teams. Coordinated construction missions over five… Show more Initially selected as the survey NCOIC for the section, responsible for 3 survey teams conducting survey projects throughout the CENTCOM area of operations. Assigned survey teams conducted over 45 missions in the area of operations, improving base living conditions and fighting positions. Additionally, I was appointed as the Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) Section NCOIC, where I was responsible for managing 5 multi-unit survey and design teams. Coordinated construction missions over five different regions of OIR, including troop movements, project tracking, and design QA/QC. Personally lead various survey operations in the brigade's operational footprint, where the survey team lead construction operations for establishing new bases. Coordinated with project engineers on dynamic living conditions, modifying plans on the spot and bringing the commander's intent from plans to the ground. For my efforts during deployment, I received three coins and was awarded a meritorious service medal. Show less

Richmond, Texas, United States

Conroe, Texas

Instructs undergraduate students in various topics from the field of land surveying. Develops and manages the class syllabus and ensures that the syllabus meets department, college, and state standards. Plans and creates lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments. Assesses grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations. Courses taught previously and currently include SRVY 2309 Computer Aided Mapping, SRVY 1315 Survey Calculations I, and SRVY… Show more Instructs undergraduate students in various topics from the field of land surveying. Develops and manages the class syllabus and ensures that the syllabus meets department, college, and state standards. Plans and creates lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments. Assesses grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations. Courses taught previously and currently include SRVY 2309 Computer Aided Mapping, SRVY 1315 Survey Calculations I, and SRVY 1301 Introduction to Surveying. Show less

Conroe, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas Area

Houston, Texas

Houston, Texas Area

Responsible for assisting Senior Project Surveyors manage and coordinate field and office drafting requirements for the survey staff in Houston. Acting as a project surveyor, primarily tasked with conducting initial research and planning for upcoming projects, meeting with clients, and generating field packets with detailed project instruction for crew use. Coordinated with various municipalities and state agencies as dictated by project needs. Efficiently planned field crew work to ensure all… Show more Responsible for assisting Senior Project Surveyors manage and coordinate field and office drafting requirements for the survey staff in Houston. Acting as a project surveyor, primarily tasked with conducting initial research and planning for upcoming projects, meeting with clients, and generating field packets with detailed project instruction for crew use. Coordinated with various municipalities and state agencies as dictated by project needs. Efficiently planned field crew work to ensure all project goals were achieved.Experience includes 2 Harris County Flood Control District Disaster Relief Packets, Brazoria County CR 58 Phase II Improvement Project, Brazoria County CR 288 Phase II Improvement Project, City of Houston Gray and Taft Area Paving and Drainage Project , and City of Pearland Mykawa Road Project. Show less

Spring, Tx

Import and analyze field survey data and able to export data from office to field for stakeouts as the project requires. Primarily work with Carlson 2013 to produce survey drawings for residential clients, both lot and block and metes and bounds surveys, with little to no supervision. Also work with the RPLS in the preparation of maps, plats and exhibits including: recorded maps, boundary, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, topographic surveys, legal descriptions and exhibit maps.

Houston, Texas

Participate in planning meetings with project managers; instruct and train survey crew in survey and mapping methods, use of equipment, and field safety procedures. Gather field survey data through use of conventional and GPS methods; set up, adjust, and operate equipment, including electronic total station, data collector, and GPS equipment, in order to measure distances, elevations, and angles; prepare field notes and drawings; and perform field surveying in a variety of construction… Show more Participate in planning meetings with project managers; instruct and train survey crew in survey and mapping methods, use of equipment, and field safety procedures. Gather field survey data through use of conventional and GPS methods; set up, adjust, and operate equipment, including electronic total station, data collector, and GPS equipment, in order to measure distances, elevations, and angles; prepare field notes and drawings; and perform field surveying in a variety of construction projects. Research existing record information, including record maps, plans, deeds, easements, and right-of-way documents; and maintains field data records, survey project files, and indexing systems. Stakeout sewer, storm, water, and building layouts at construction sites in accordance with engineer plans. Show less

Hhc, 176Th En Bde, Grand Prairie, Texas

As a newly promoted sergeant, demonstrated motivation in self-development by attending WLC and ALC ahead of promotion requirements. Sought further military development by volunteering to attend the Nuclear Densometer course. Maintained accountability of over $300,000 worth of section survey equipment. Prepared and conducted over 50 blocks of surveying, drafting, and soils training classes for the S7 section. Lead survey missions during 2014 annual training and drill periods; completed a 15 mile… Show more As a newly promoted sergeant, demonstrated motivation in self-development by attending WLC and ALC ahead of promotion requirements. Sought further military development by volunteering to attend the Nuclear Densometer course. Maintained accountability of over $300,000 worth of section survey equipment. Prepared and conducted over 50 blocks of surveying, drafting, and soils training classes for the S7 section. Lead survey missions during 2014 annual training and drill periods; completed a 15 mile long survey project at Camp Bowie, provided survey and construction layout support for motorpool expansion at Brenham armory, and oversaw survey layout of APFT track at Camp Mabry. Selected to represent the section during the brigade's 2014 Chilean Platoon Exchange Mission, during which I greatly improved the infrastructure of the host nation by providing survey and construction support for roadway improvements. Appointed Color Guard commander for all brigade functions. Ultimately appointed survey NCOIC during which I coordinated survey operations for the section, worked with project engineers to assess survey team performance, and maintained team accountability for mission accomplishment. Show less

Hhc, 176Th En Bde, Grand Prairie, Texas

Assisted in all facets of MOS specific duties; conducted soils analysis, survey tasks, and drafting necessities while applying QA/QC processes at all levels. First to volunteer for extra missions and details, including taking charge of fellow team members to complete missions during annual training where NCOs were unavailable. Provided guidance for new soldiers in the section by asking questions and finding answers as necessary, knew which TMs/FMs to reference in order to complete missions as… Show more Assisted in all facets of MOS specific duties; conducted soils analysis, survey tasks, and drafting necessities while applying QA/QC processes at all levels. First to volunteer for extra missions and details, including taking charge of fellow team members to complete missions during annual training where NCOs were unavailable. Provided guidance for new soldiers in the section by asking questions and finding answers as necessary, knew which TMs/FMs to reference in order to complete missions as optimally as possible. Demonstrated great initiative and leadership potential by always being ready to take charge. Show less

Bellaire Branch

As a universal branch associate, I am tasked with maintaining the highest level of professional excellence and delivering exceptional customer service. I am currently responsible for helping uncover customer needs by utilizing a needs assessment conversation and making the best recommendation based on that specific need while working in the banker role. At the same time, I am also responsible for driving traffic to the bankers from the teller line by listening for cues from the customer while… Show more As a universal branch associate, I am tasked with maintaining the highest level of professional excellence and delivering exceptional customer service. I am currently responsible for helping uncover customer needs by utilizing a needs assessment conversation and making the best recommendation based on that specific need while working in the banker role. At the same time, I am also responsible for driving traffic to the bankers from the teller line by listening for cues from the customer while using small talk as I process their transaction. The role requires that I work as both a teller and a banker, depending on the needs of the branch for that specific day. Show less

Bellaire Branch

As a teller, I was primarily responsible for handling customer financial transactions in branch. I was also responsible for generating sales leads through customer interactions. Consistently recognized as the branch's top lead sales generator.

Master Of Business Administration

Bachelor Of Science, Civil Engineering

Activities and Societies: American Society of Civil Engineers - University of Texas At Tyler, Houston Engineering Branch Vice President.

Associate Of Applied Science, Land Surveying And Mapping Technology, 3.81

Activities and Societies: Geomatics Club Curriculum included topics such as legal principles of surveying, CAD mapping, surveying.

Civil Engineering

Activities and Societies: Sigma Phi Epsilon