Garrett Laughlin
Kearney
Summary
Proven Infantry Squad Leader with expertise in tactical leadership, team management, and safety protocols. Demonstrated success in enhancing squad readiness and operational effectiveness through training exercises and standard operating procedures.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infantry Squad Leader
US Army
Fort Bragg, NC
09.2023 - 04.2026
- Led tactical training exercises to enhance squad readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment and supply management, ensuring mission success.
- Mentored junior soldiers on leadership principles and combat strategies, fostering skill development.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to improve team performance and safety protocols.
- Conducted reconnaissance missions, gathering intelligence to inform strategic decisions during operations.
Indirect Fire Infantryman
US Army
Fort Bragg, NC
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Operated and maintained indirect fire weapon systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Conducted tactical training exercises to enhance team coordination and effectiveness.
- Analyzed intelligence reports to inform strategic positioning of artillery units.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute mission objectives in diverse environments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kearney High School
Kearney, MO05-2020
Skills
- Airborne Operations & JFE
- Tactical leadership
- Team management
- Patrolling techniques
- Physical fitness
- Weapons proficiency
- Vehicle operations
- Field communications
- Equipment management
- Air assault operations
- Team leadership
- Squad leadership
- Safety protocols
Accomplishments
- 2 Army Achievement Medals
- Army Commodation Medal
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Non Commissioned Officers Professional Development Ribbon
- Army Service Ribbon
- Global War on Terror SE Ribbon
- Combat and Special Skill Badge - Driver and Mechanic
- Combat and Special Skill Badge - Parachutist
Certification
- Non Commissioned Officers Academy
- Airborne School
- Combat Lifesaver Course
- Combatives Level One Course
- Combat Drivers Course
Timeline
Infantry Squad Leader
US Army
09.2023 - 04.2026
Indirect Fire Infantryman
US Army
09.2022 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Kearney High School