1. CHRISTOPHER FOOTE
45199 40th
Street
Paw Paw MI 49079
Cell: 269.548.7365
Email: Cfoote0300@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
I am an extraordinary leader and problem solver looking to transition from the military to a successful career
in the work force. My motivation has helped to perfect my multitasking and time management skills in a way
that would be beneficial for this position.
SKILLS
• Risk management processes and analysis
• Strategic planning
• Inventory Management
• Self-motivated and dedicated
• Team leadership and strong verbal communication skill
• Critical thinking during stressful situations
WORK HISTORY
Manning Enterprise – Paw Paw, MI November 2013 – Current
• Metal Fabrication
• MIG/TIG Welding
• Water Jet CNC Operating
Devisser Landscaping - Kalamazoo, MI September 2013 – November 2013
• Boulder retaining walls
• Landscape beds
United States Marine Corps – Twentynine Palms, CA October 2009 – July 2013
Infantry - 0341 - Mortarman
• Developed and led training programs in preparation for combat.
• Operated and maintained communications equipment.
• Performed as a fire team leader during situational training exercises and all infantry dismounted battle
drills.
• Proficient in tactical and technical guidance.
• Communicated urgent orders and directions effectively to team of 4-12 personnel.
• Supervised improvisatory construction projects.
• Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
• Planned and briefed personnel on missions.
• Gathered evidence and processed crime scenes and evidence.
• Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
Sibley and Woodhams Landscape – Kalamazoo, MI June 2009 – September 2009
• Landscape Designer
• Driving and operating a skid steer.
• Construction of boulder walls and block retaining walls.
• General maintenance on previously installed landscape.

2. Clark’s Lawn Care – Paw Paw, MI April 2008 – September 2009
• General lawn maintenance
• Operating a weed whipper
• Spring and Fall clean ups
EDUCATION
American Public University – Online July 2014 – Current
Bachelor of Arts: Transportation and Logistics Management
Concentration: Reverse Logistics Management
Western Michigan University – Kalamazoo, MI September 2013 – December 2013
Associate of Applied Science: General Education
International Sports Sciences Association – Personal Trainer October 2012 – October 2013
Specialized In: Exercise Therapy, Fitness Nutrition,
Strength and Conditioning, Youth Fitness, and Senior Fitness
Paw Paw High School – Paw Paw, MI September 2005 – June 2009
High School Diploma
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $20,000 with no loss of
equipment.
• Awarded the Overseas Service Ribbon in 2010 and 2012. For one deployment to Asia and one
deployment to Afghanistan.
• Trained and supervised more than 10 personnel, while in a combat situation as a patrol leader.
• Received a Meritorious Mast in 2011, for actions as a team leader during a training evolution.
• Received a Good Conduct medal in 2012, for three years with no disciplinary action.
• Maintained above a 3.5 GPA as a college student.
REFERENCES
Available upon request.