Thomas Nichols
405 Gaffney Dr. Apt 3
Watertown, NY 13601
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Obtain a position with your company that allows me to utilize my adaptability, resourcefulness and self-motivation. I work extremely well in stressful situations, and have done so in extreme weather conditions. My previous career in the United States Army taught me how to take direction, constantly learn new skills and how to effectively manage both time and employees.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Adaptability
Experienced in Microsoft applications
Strong leadership and communication skills
Valid Driver License
Federal Secret Security Clearance
Proactive problem solver

EXPERIENCE

Squad Leader May 2012 – Present
U.S. Army, Fort Drum, NY
Trained and mentored 10 Soldiers at any given time on tactics, weapons and physical fitness which resulted in 4 becoming supervisors within 2 years
Taught stress management and communication skills to over 1000 Soldiers
Accountable for over $75,000 worth of equipment
Drug testing Non-Commissioned Officer responsible for scheduling, administering, storing specimens, and sending specimens to the laboratory for 120 soldiers

Recruiter April 2008 – May 2012
U.S. Army, Rochester, NY
Located and evaluated eligible applicants for the Army by means of classroom presentations, job fairs, telephone calls, and attending local events
Worked in excess of 10 hours daily
Prepared the applicants for basic training by teaching them basic Army knowledge and improving their physical fitness
Designated as Top Recruiter in the Rochester Recruiting Company in 2010 ahead of 40 peers

Assistant Team Leader February 2004 – April 2008
U.S. Army, Fort Drum, NY
Trained 4 Soldiers on reconnaissance tactics, marksmanship and survival techniques
Conducted over 200 combat patrols during a 17 month tour in Afghanistan in temperatures above 120° carrying 60 plus lbs of gear
Worked with other leaders in my unit to asses and select new members for our hand picked element
Hand selected by leadership to train incoming unit on vehicle tactics, weapons emplacement and give cultural awareness classes

Thomas Nichols
405 Gaffney Dr. Apt. 3
Watertown, NY 13601
xxx-xxx-xxxx
xxx@xxx.com

EDUCATION

High School Diploma 2002
El Camino High School, South San Francisco, CA

REFERENCES

Travis Young
Captain, United States Army
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Timothy Brennan
Captain, United States Army
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John Kalo
Staff Sergeant, United States Army
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Stephen Bearor
Sergeant First Class, United States Army
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