1. Connor R. Tapley
157 Brians Woods Road
Maple Hill, NC 28454
Home: (901)820-6844
Cell: (901)820-6844
connor.tapley@gmail.com
Summary
Trained in the operation and maintenance of military equipment while working in a variety of challenging, outdoor
environments utilizing several facets of communication equipment. Adept at learning new skills and developing a
vast knowledge to enhance overall company goals.
− Experience with numerous tools, materials and supplies
− Managed and trained personnel in all aspects of safety regulations
− Supervised the pre-operation and setup of supplies for vehicles during combat operations
− Ensured all equipment and necessary assets were staged and ready for use
− Operated M114 Humvees, MATV's, 4x4/6x6 AWD MRAP's and Oshkosk 7-Ton vehicles
Qualifications
− Worked with numerous types of heavy military equipment
− Pending honorable discharge from the United States Marine Corps
− Constructed numerous types of barriers and living quarters in extreme weather conditions
− Inspection and oversight
− Management
− Leadership
− Instructor
− Repair
− Work outdoors
− Maintenance
− Time management
− Quick learner
− Critical thinking
− Problem solving
− Tool handling
− Safety observation
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2. Knowledge and Skills
− Capable of carrying over 75 pounds of equipment over long distances
− Utilized level breaching devises to clear upper level floors (ladder)
− Respond quickly to action during patrols and emergency situation in combat operations
− Trained in the operation and use of numerous construction equipment and hand tools
− Knowledgeable in computer use and Windows operation software systems
− Worked in physically demanding environments from extreme cold to desert heat
− Clean driving record (Mississippi driver’s license)
Professional Military Experience
1st Bn 2nd Marines, Camp Lejeune, NC
Section Leader
July 2011 – Present
Responsibilities:
− Supervised and trained up to, or more than, 30 employees using hands on training or cohesion exercises
− Maintained accountability for over $2,000,000 in government assets with 100% accuracy
− Implemented training techniques resulting in higher level of skills, training and safety
− Supervised the organization of weapons records, ammunition and individual training sheets resulting in
quick communication in multi-level management
− Demonstrated versatility in leadership, initiative, computer skills, speech and adaptation by performing
duties outside of normal responsibilities
− Helped planning, coordination and execution of over 90 combat patrols
− Maintained communications on over 90 combat patrols with limited resources throughout arduous
terrain in severe weather conditions
Achievements and Awards
− Received a Certificate of Commendation for demonstration of outstanding leadership and discipline above
that of my peers throughout recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, SC
− Received a Meritorious Mast during a commanding generals readiness inspection for exemplifying the
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3. mental, moral and physical characteristics and traits which junior Marines should strive to embody
− Received a Certificate of Commendation for acting as lead position safety officer on a live fire
machine gun range responsible for planning, conducting and supervising over 30 courses of fire for over
100 Marines.
− Received the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal for 3 years of service with outstanding conduct and
no negative incidents
− Meritorious promotions to the ranks of Private First Class, Lance Corporal and Corporal consecutively for
performance of duties above that which were required over the course of 5 years of service
Education
− Southaven High School- Southaven, MS, graduated 2010
Military Education
− Marine Corps Recruit Training
− School of Infantry East
− Infantry Squad Leader's Course
− Infantry Machine Gun Leader's Course
− Martial Arts Instructor's Course
− Blue Force Tracker Operator's Course
− Blue Force Tracker Unit Level Maintenance Course
− Combat Life Saver's Course
− Terrorism Awareness
− Land Navigation
− Corporal's Course
− Leading Marines
− Tactical Questioning Entry Level Course
− M114 HMVWW (humvee) Operator's Course
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