Experienced Professional currently pursuing a degree in Petroleum Technology, eager to integrate extensive Military, Education, and Employment experience into a position in the Oil Industry.   Loyal, dependable and hardworking with a sincere desire to learn the intricacies of the petroleum industry, and contribute solid problem solving and analytical skills to the organizations overall success. 

 

Core competencies include:

Hazmat and Tank Operations Ÿ Superior Communication Skills Ÿ Crisis Response Ÿ Logistics and Transportation 

 

Education / Licenses

 

Midland College - Energy Technology and Minor in Fire Science (In Progress)

Ÿ  Gain insight and understanding into the Petroleum Industry, dealing with hazardous materials spills and chemical accidents.

 

Anti-Terrorism Training / Ft. Stewart, Georgia (2008)

Ÿ  Gained a wide variety of skills in terrorism awareness and prevention.

 

Warrior Leadership Course / Camp Cook, Louisiana (2007)

Ÿ  Non-Commissioned Officer Training: participated in extensive training and acquired top-notch skills in leadership, land navigation, map reading, crisis response, general management, and soldier enrichment.

 

Military - Basic Training / Ft. Sill, Oklahoma (2001)

Ÿ  Gained insight and practical knowledge of discipline techniques, survival skills, chain of command, analytical thinking, and advanced problem solving.

 

Commercial Drivers License - 1 year of experience.

 

Professional Experience

 

Army National Guard (2001 to Present) - Team Leader

Iraq Tour:  2008 to 2009, 2005 to 2006

Ÿ  Served 2 tours in Iraq, and provided leadership for unit; led armed convoy escorts, ensured delivery of fuel, food, military and medical supplies.

Ÿ  Provided leadership and oversight for route reconnaissance and security missions, and maintained complete accountability for equipment, weaponry and sensitive military items and information.

 

Operation Jump Start (2006-2008) - Team Leader

Ÿ  Provided leadership and direction for soldiers on an observation post in Alpine and Sierra Blanca, Texas; ensured weapons accountability, reported suspicious activities, led training and development efforts to instill soldier preparedness to unit.

 

Halliburton (2004-2006) - Equipment Operator

Ÿ  Drove a coil turbine unit, oversaw equipment repair and maintenance initiatives, accurately and efficiently completed work log and timesheet tracking.

 

Additional Skills

 

Ÿ  MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Spreadsheet creation and general data entry.

Ÿ  Strong relationship and customer service skills, dedicated to leveraging leadership skills to support the business objectives for the employer.

 

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Dear Mr./Ms. ____:

 

 

Are you seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join your team?  I am an ambitious and hardworking individual currently pursuing a degree in Petroleum Technology.  I am eager to combine my education, experience and military background into a position with your organization.  I believe my unique and diverse background with an emphasis on leadership and problem solving makes me the ideal candidate for <position here>.

 

 

The accompanying resume can give you an overview of my potential for making a worthwhile contribution to <firm or company name>.  You will see that I have a consistent track record of success, and my ability to motivate and mentor others is equal to my ability to cultivate valuable business relationships. 

 

I am very interested in becoming a part of <organization> after reading the job description on <where it was posted here>.  I ll be calling your office within ten days to inquire on the status of my application.  If you need to reach me before then, please contact me at the number listed above.

 

Thank you for your time and consideration.