Benjamin Conklin
Coleville
Summary
Results-driven Tactical Coordinator with extensive experience in air operations. Skilled in training personnel, optimizing logistics, and implementing process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and ensure safety compliance.
Overview
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Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Air Support Operations Operator/Tactical Coordinator
United States Marine Corps
Bridgeport, CA
01.2020 - Current
- Operated advanced communication systems to ensure seamless information flow during missions.
- Maintained and inspected equipment to uphold operational readiness and safety standards.
- Coordinated logistics for personnel movements, optimizing resource allocation and efficiency.
- Trained junior operators in equipment usage and safety protocols, enhancing team capabilities.
- Maintained a Secret Level Clearance for Joint Air Operations and Planning.
- Numerous deployments aiding US and Joint Air Operations for Exercise and Mission Planning.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and reduced downtime significantly.
- Developed training materials that standardized procedures across multiple units, ensuring consistency in operations.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
Groundskeeper
Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club
Hendersonville, TN
07.2015 - 01.2020
- Maintained grounds through regular mowing, trimming, and edging to enhance aesthetic appeal.
- Operated lawn care equipment including mowers, trimmers, and blowers for efficient landscape maintenance.
- Implemented seasonal planting strategies to promote vibrant flora throughout the property.
- Assisted in scheduling maintenance tasks to ensure timely completion of landscaping projects.
- Trained new staff on safe equipment operation and best practices for grounds upkeep.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hendersonville High School
Hendersonville, TNSkills
- Operational documentation
- Operational reporting
- Safety compliance
- Quality assurance
- Troubleshooting
- Attention to detail
- Rapid situational assessment
- Efficient multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Mission adaptability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Valid driver's license
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Planned, rehearsed, and executed Air Operations for the evacuation of 158 US Civilians.
- Maintained a Secret Level Clearance to aid Joint Aviation Planning.
Certification
- Certified Range Airspace Manager, USMC - 2026
- Certified Aviation Command and Control, USMC - 2020
- Certified Air Support Operations Operator, USMC - 2020
- Certified Supporting Arms Coordination and Planning, USMC - 2023
- Certified Range Managers Toolkit, DOW - 2026
Timeline
Direct Air Support Operations Operator/Tactical Coordinator
United States Marine Corps
01.2020 - Current
Groundskeeper
Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club
07.2015 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Hendersonville High School