Henry Murphy
Flagstaff
Summary
Skilled Armor Crewman with comprehensive background in tank operation, maintenance and crew management. Known for tactical military strategy execution, leadership skills, and ability to maintain composure under pressure. Displayed focus on safety protocols and effective communication within team settings. Made significant impact in previous roles through commitment to achieving mission objectives.
Resilient Armor Crewman known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in vehicle maintenance, weapons systems operation, and navigation under pressure. Excel at leadership, teamwork, and communication, ensuring seamless operations in challenging environments.
Smart individual promoting many years of expertise in platoon activity coordination and reconnaissance mission assistance. A reliable Cavalry Scout considered an efficient team leader while maintaining vehicles and providing navigational and mapping skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2001
2001
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
19K Armor Crewman
US Army
Columbus
06.2000 - 06.2024
- Assisted with loading fuel into tanks and other combat vehicles.
- Assisted with the recovery of damaged or disabled vehicles using winches, hoists and cranes.
- Received orders from higher command regarding mission objectives and relayed them to the rest of the crew.
- Cleaned weapons systems attached to armored fighting vehicles.
- Conducted basic troubleshooting techniques to identify mechanical problems in armor vehicles.
- Supervised armament teams during live-fire exercises while ensuring safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Loaded ammunition into tanks and other combat vehicles.
- Performed preventive maintenance checks on vehicles to ensure proper operation.
- Maintained records of equipment inspections, maintenance procedures and repair work performed on armor vehicles.
- Organized materials needed for field repairs of armor units in remote locations.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles, such as the M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank, in a safe and effective manner.
- Ensured that all personal protective equipment was worn by crew members before entering an armored vehicle.
- Communicated effectively with fellow crew members to coordinate operations of the vehicle.
- Coordinated with supply personnel for the receipt of spare parts for repairs to armor vehicles.
- Provided instruction on operating procedures for armor crews during training exercises.
- Instructed new recruits on proper handling of tank rounds during battle scenarios.
- Dismantled damaged AFVs for transport back to base for repair or disposal.
- Repaired track assemblies on tanks when necessary using specialized tools.
- Conducted routine tests on communications systems installed in armored fighting vehicles.
- Monitored communications systems between command center and armored fighting vehicle crews during missions.
- Inspected and serviced all vehicle components including engines, transmissions, suspension systems, tracks, brakes, steering systems and electrical systems.
- Succeeded in training team members and foreign weapons operators in adapting to changing operational environments which resulted in minimizing employee injuries.
- Reviewed and prepared monthly reports and data on personnel strength management, resulting in strength management rating.
Education
Shiprock High School
Shiprock, NMSkills
- Vehicle operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Live-fire exercise supervision
- Safety protocol adherence
- Vehicle recovery
- Armament handling
- Communication systems monitoring
- Record keeping
- Training instruction
- Crew communication
- Supply coordination
- Convoy operations
- Combat lifesaver
- Firearm proficiency
- Tank maneuvering
- Physical fitness
- Hazardous materials handling
- Urban warfare
- Target acquisition
- Hand signals
- Quick decision making
- Cross-country driving
- Terrain analysis
- Crew management
- Route clearance
- Turret operation
- Survival training
- Weapons handling
- Chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear defense
- Force protection
- Hydraulics systems
- Ballistics
- Battlefield tactics
- Load ammunition
- Armor maintenance
- Armored vehicle recovery
- Radio operation
Languages
Navajo
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- EO Leaders Course
- Common Faculty Development Instructor Course
- M1A2/SEP Master Gunner Course
- UCOF Trainer /Senior Trainer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
19K Armor Crewman
US Army
06.2000 - 06.2024
Shiprock High School