1. CHRISTOPHER RENTZ
2019 CR 3907, Jacksonville, TX 75766
Phone: (903) 721-8042
E-mail: lee221988@gmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-rentz-b08805114
United States Citizen Veterans Preference: 5 Points
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Possesses Active Top Secret Clearance since 2015. Proven leader, able to build highly
motivated teams focused on achieving goals on a timely basis. Goal oriented professional
with outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills. Dedicated team-player; able to
multi-task and work independently. Proven decision making and problem solving ability in
resolving matters at various levels. Understands the need to shift priorities and functions
well in high-demand environments. Outstanding record of achievement coupled with the
ability to build and direct an organization to success through leadership, creativity,
effective management and the motivation and development of staff to maximum potential.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Training Room Supervisor 6/2015 – Present
HSC, HHBN 10th MTN DIV (LI), Fort Drum, NY (United States Army) Salary: $29,800.80
Supervisor: Janay Quails, 302-241-1334 40+ hours/week
Develops and maintains all training records; monitors, schedules, and prepares training;
assists with personnel actions and scheduling service school attendance; attends schools
and conferences as required; operates Army Training Requirements and Resources
System (ATRRS) and other training systems.
• Maintains positive control over Government Purchase Card for the organization;
managing a budget of $36,000/yearly.
• Served on the Funeral Honors Team for 3 months and went on 11 funeral calls to
render Honors for fellow Soldiers, WWII, and Vietnam Veterans.
• Sent personnel to schools and maintained accountability of records. Kept personnel
and first line supervisors informed of school schedule and avoided scheduling
conflicts; demonstrated proficiency in the use of automated systems; became the
Digital Training Management System (DTMS) operator for the organization.
• As Government Purchase Cardholder (GPC), kept purchases within the single
purchase and monthly purchase limit. Ensured that the statement of account was
completed, and forwarded to the Approving/Certifying Official along with all backup
documentation to allow timely certification of the billing statement.
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Key Accomplishments:
• Maintained digital and hard copy of all training records for the company of 275
personnel.
• Enforced physical security, controlled cryptographic items and information assurance
policies and ensured the organization was in compliance with standard operating
procedures.
• Software skills include: Windows, Word, PowerPoint, E-mail and the Internet.
Communications Supervisor 1/2014 – 10/2014
HSC, HHBN 10th MTN DIV (LI), Afghanistan (United States Army) Salary: $29,800.80
Supervisor: Daniel Nichols, 315-955-4559 40+ hours/week
Served as the TAAC-SE Commander Brigadier General Haight communications
supervisor. Performed, maintained radio and computer equipment. Performed duties as
the driver on his personal security detail while out on missions. Was accountable for
administrative documents pertaining to a 4 man team.
• Conducted site surveys, security advances, and route reconnaissance.
• Created and implemented complex security, crisis management, and evacuation plans
by conducting thorough threat assessments of client’s schedules and environments.
• Observed security condition sand conduct ongoing analysis of data received from both
external and internal sources and advise administration on appropriate risk mitigation
strategies.
• Served as Subject Matter Expert to the Senior Executive on matters related to
automations and communications equipment capabilities.
RETRANSMISSION TEAM CHIEF/LEADER 11/2011 – 11/2013
HSC, HHBN, 10TH MTN DIV (LI), Fort Drum, NY (United States Army Salary: $29,800.80
Supervisor: Randy Williams, 254-350-0732 40+ hours/week
Supervised, installed, employed, maintained, troubleshot, and assisted users with
battlefield Signal support systems and terminal devices; integrated Signal systems and
networks; performed unit level maintenance on authorized Signal equipment and
associated electronic devices; trained and provided technical assistance to users of Signal
equipment; and operated and performed preventive maintenance checks and service
(PMCS) on assigned vehicles and power generators. Responsible for accountability of
Soldiers and equipment.
• Set up computer network systems in foreign theater of operations. Provided technical
assistance to users through a variety of communication avenues including face to
face, phone, and digital messaging.
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• Maintained systems operations on computer devices, satellite terminals, and radio
equipment.
• Supervised the installation and maintenance of satellite equipment, and
computer/radio networks.
Key Accomplishments:
• Supported, set up and maintained radio communications for over a two week training
exercise.
• Trained and validated Blue force Tracker (BFT) personnel for future training
operations.
Troop Communications Supervisor 5/2010 –11/2011
MADDOG TRP 4/2 SCR, Afghanistan (United States Army) Salary: $29,800.80
Supervisor: Micheal Dugger, 336-521-5613 40+ hours/week
Supervised, installed, employed, maintained, troubleshot, and assisted users with
battlefield Signal support systems and terminal devices; integrated Signal systems and
networks; performed unit level maintenance on authorized Signal equipment and
associated electronic devices; trained and provided technical assistance to users of Signal
equipment; and operated and performed preventive maintenance checks and service
(PMCS) on assigned vehicles and power generators. Responsible for accountability of
personnel and equipment.
• Was accountable for the security, care and maintenance of sub-hand receipted and
tactical communications equipment valued in excess of $1,000,000.
• Rated in a leadership position for 13 months.
• Maintained automation and radio equipment.
• Communicated information by using telephone and e-mail.
• Communicated daily with wide range of individuals; expressed ideas confidently in
results-oriented manner.
• Actively listened to comprehend and respond to unspoken needs; provided constant
status updates to supervisor and co-workers.
• Applied goals-oriented focus to all tasks and interactions to build and extend excellent
relationships; promoted positive interactions by adopting helpful, can-do attitude.
• Communicated with clients to determine needs and maintain complete and accurate
records and files.
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Communications Section Team Chief 5/2010 –11/2011
Warhorse Troop 4/2 SCR, Vilseck, Germany (United States Army) Salary: $29,800.80
Supervisor: Kenneth Brown, 336-521-5613 40+ hours/week
Served as the Chief Signal Officer for an organization comprised of over 600 personnel;
supervised the tactical communications and automated Help Desk support to the
Command team and Staff sections.
• Lead a team of 3 subordinates for 4 months as the Chief Signal Officer did not have
enough supervisors; Diverse talents and communication expertise kept the Tactical
Operations Center operational as well as over 33 vehicles with 3 to 5 different
communication systems each.
• Dedicated personal time to train fellow personnel on equipment, techniques, and
troubleshooting directly resulting in 4 team members keeping Force XXI Battle
Command Brigade and Below (FBCB2), SIPR, NIPR Access Point (SNAP) Terminal,
Frequency Modulation (FM) System, Tactical Satellite (TACSAT) System, High
Frequency (HF) System, and a battalion level Command Post Node (CPN) team
running.
• Acted as only automations Local Area Network (LAN) manager for 5 months while the
Chief Signal Officer was short a supervisor and employee. Provided automations
continuity in Romania in support of global operations.
• Selected as Team Chief for RETRANS team #2 over peers of equal rank and
maintained position as supervisor for a total of 13 months.
• During organizational live fire exercises, supported the ranges as the Chief Signal
Officer Communication rep when my team was not shooting on gunnery tables.
EDUCATION
American Military/Public University Online Currently attending
General Studies, 31 Credit Hours
Basic Leaders Course
Advanced Individual Training (AIT), Signal Support Systems Specialist
National Tractor Trailer School (NTTS)
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
Commercial Driver’s License-Class A
Top Secret Clearance
OSHA 10 Construction Safety
HAZMAT Transportation Safety, Security Awareness (49CFR 172.704)
Information Assurance
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COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word)
Cisco Networking and Routing
VOIP
Active Directory
Basic computer/printer troubleshooting
AWARDS and HONORS
Hero of the Month
German Army Marksmanship Badge
Certificates of Achievements (x7)
Non Article 5 NATO Medal (x2)
Army Achievement Medals (x3)
Army Commendation Medal (x2)
Good Conduct Medal (x2)
Certificate of Appreciation