Radio Chief
Helmand Province, Afghanistan
Supervised the planning, installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of radio communications in order to maintain flexible and reliable communications. Assisted in communications planning and provide recommendations to the Communications Officer on equipment and staff capabilities and emplacement during field exercises, other training evolutions, and deployment. Supervised and maintained the accountability and serviceability of all radio assets. Drafted radio systems documentation: Smart packs, guard charts, radio diagrams, etc. Planned and supervise communications training opportunities for non-communications Marines in the battalion. Trained the communications Marines in all aspects of HF, VHF, and UHF radio operations. Supervised annual training requirements for the radio section. Counseled and mentored junior Marines in accordance with pertinent references and publications. Served as the communications site lead as required. Served as the Communications Chief in his absence.