1. Matthew S. Hedrick
3098 Laurelhurst Dr. Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Phone: 916-708-5283
E-Mail: matthewhedrick.mh@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/in/matthewhedrick1
Summary
Motivated problem-solver with 6 years of demonstrated ability to supervise, lead, follow and serve in all
aspects of daily duties, while also being responsible for the training of subordinate personnel.
Experience
United States Army, Sergeant (2009-Present)
Cavalry Scout (2012-Present)
 Operated and performed operator maintenance on over 24 wheeled and tracked vehicles and 2
different types of communications equipment totaling $4.5M.
 Assisted in the recovery of multiple wheeled and tracked vehicles totaling over $4.5M.
 Supervised request, storage and issue processes of ammunition from ammo handling points.
 Selected, organized, and supervised implementation of 12 observation and listening posts in a
combat environment.
 Collected, reported and assessed accuracy of intelligence information for mission planning.
 Mentored and Trained 112 Future Leaders resulting in 15 Soldiers promoting to the next rank.
 Trained and led 6 gun truck crews during live fire qualification resulting in 6 first time qualifications.
 Mentored more than 112 Soldiers with monthly performance reviews in order to assess job
performance and improvement areas.
Watercraft Operator (2009-2012)
 Stood lookout and performed helm watches for no less than 12 hours per shift.
 Sent and received messages with radios, and beacons to communicate with other vessels while in
open water resulting in safer open water maneuverability.
 Operated and maintained lifeboats' and vessels' firefighting equipment to ensure proper safety
measures where practiced.
 Provided supervision, support, and guidance for 37 Soldiers resulting in 5 Soldier promotions.
 Beached and retracted landing craft in order to receive and load Tanks and large Trucks weighing
over 30 tons a piece.
 Supervised three Boat and 7 Pier Crews totaling 37 Soldiers.
 Maintained and operated equipment for 2 Class A vessels, 1 Class C vessel, and 7 Floating Piers
totaling over $37M with zero losses.
Target Corporation (2004-2009)
Senior Assets Protection Specialist
 Led an Assets Protection team that created a safe a environment for guests and team members resulting
in a 5% increase in guest traffic inside of the store.
 Prevented shortages, theft and fraud by maintaining visual presence throughout the store resulting in a
decrease of shortages by 10%.
 Supervised 24 Assets Protection Team Members on daily duties and during apprehensions.
 Prevented Theft and Fraud by analyzing shortage data, and detaining subjects totaling over $390K during
a 5 year span.

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Education
American River College - General Studies - 32 Credits Earned, Carmichael, CA
University of Maryland Asia - General Studies - 3 Credits Earned, Dongducheon, South Korea, AP
Professional Military Education
Warrior Leader Course
The Warrior Leader Course is a month long course that teaches specialists and corporals the basic skills
to lead small groups of soldiers. This hard-hitting and intensive course emphasizes leadership skills and
prepares soldiers to advance to the rank of sergeant.
Combat Lifesavers Course
The combat lifesaver is a nonmedical Soldier who provides lifesaving measures as a secondary mission
to his/her primary mission.
Intermediate Search / Tactical Site Exploitation
Site Exploitation is the collection of information, material, and persons from a location in order to gather
information.
Defense Travel System Operator
Travel management system that enables Department of Defense travelers to create authorizations for
Temporary Duty orders.
Awards & Honors
 Army Commendation Medal (2)
 Army Achievement Medal (3)
 Army Good Conduct Medal(2)
 National Defense Service Medal
 Afghanistan Campaign Medal
 Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
 Korea Defense Service Medal
 Army Overseas Service Ribbon
 Army NCO Professional Development Ribbon
 Army Service Ribbon
 Nato Service Ribbon
Skills
 Personnel management
 Communication
 Capable problem solver
 Detail oriented
 Logistics
 Microsoft Word
 Microsoft Excel
 Microsoft PowerPoint
 Leadership
 First aid
 Supervising
 Mentorship
 Coaching
 CPR