1. BRADLEY S. COLTER
314 Elmhurst Street
Valparaiso, Indiana 46385
(219) 263-8180
bradleycolter@gmail.com
Competent, resourceful professional seeks to utilize education, experience, and proven capabilities
as an intern to enhance my knowledge and skills in the engineering field.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
* Results-directed, meticulous individual with a successful record of embracing new challenges and a passion for working with
people at all levels.
* First class interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills involving managing, developing and motivating large teams to
achieve their objectives
* Demonstrated ability for organization, time management, attention to detail, and innovative problem solving.
* Excellent employee relations and team-building abilities; developing team committed to optimal productivity.
* Disciplined and well organized in work habits with ability to function smoothly in pressure situations.
* Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
EDUCATION
PURDUE UNIVERSITY NORTH CENTRAL, Westville, Indiana
Pursuing B.S., Electrical Engineering
VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY, Valparaiso, Indiana
B.A., Political Science, Area of Concentration: Legal Studies Minors: Military Leadership/Theology (5/13)
Senior Research Project: Personal Protection Laws & Their Effect on the Rate of Violent Crime (2013)
Army ROTC (2009-2013)
Sigma Phi Epsilon - Vice-President/Safe & Empowerment Board (2011-2013)
Sports Broadcaster for WVUR 95.1 (2009-2010)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BEEF MART, Valparaiso, Indiana (7/13 - 2/14)
Clerk
- Provided exemplary customer service by greeting customers and ensuring orders were filled to meet their expectations.
- Suggested products to customers to enhance their shopping experience.
- Unloaded trucks, replenished product in the coolers; rotated product, and ensured that code dating procedures were
followed.
- Properly handled products in accordance with food safety guidelines.
INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION, Valparaiso, Indiana (8/11 - 2/12)
Waiter
- Assured the highest standards of service and quality; promptly greeting guests and taking orders.
- Described menu items/daily specials in detail and provided recommendations when requested.
- Developed repeat business establishing close and lasting relationships with customers.
VALPARAISO COMMUNITY SCHOOLS, Valparaiso, Indiana (5/09 - 8/09)
Swim Instructor
- Assisted young swimmers ages 3-7 with proper swimming techniques utilizing sound knowledge of swimming methods.
- Ability to react rapidly in dangerous situations and perform first aid if needed.
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2. NATIONAL GUARD EXPERIENCE
Delta Company 2-238GSAB, Shelbyville, Indiana (7/15 - Present)
Platoon Leader
- Manage unit of 35-40 soldiers.
- Work with Battalion TACOPS to develop evasive plans of action.
- Train enlisted solders in Survival and Resistance Training and Code of Conduct.
- Schedule maintenance and repair of Black Hawk helicopters at Shelbyville Army Aviation Flight Facility.
- Counsel younger soldiers regarding career goals.
U.S. Flight School, Fort Rucker, Alabama (5/14 - 7/15)
- Attended and completed 6 week Leadership Course and SERE School for 3 weeks.
- Well versed in army flight regulations/standards.
Appointed Class Leader; providing leadership to 40-45 flight students.
38th
Combat Aviation Brigade, Shelbyville, Indiana (8/13 - 5/14)
Assistant Operations Officer
- Assisted Brigade Operations Officer with preparations for multi-state war fighter exercise.
- Worked closely with Headquarters Company counseling and advising younger solders plan their career path.
LEADERSHIP TRAINING
FORT LEWIS, Washington (6/12 - 7/12)
Cadet
- Completed 1 month assessment of leadership/soldier skills including Cultural Awareness, Land Navigation, First Aid, and
Reaction
and Confidence Courses. Chosen by staff members to be in charge the final 10 days and lead combat operations.
- Rotated leadership positions; functioned as Platoon Sergeant overseeing activities of 48 cadets.
* Commissioned as 2nd
Lieutenant in 5/13.
AWARDS AND HONORS
Eagle Scout
Order of the Arrow