Nicholas O'Brien
Beaufort
Summary
Dynamic combat marksmanship coach with the USMC, excelling in tactical operations and team leadership. Proven expertise in weapon maintenance and safety protocols, fostering excellence in marksmanship among trainees. Demonstrated situational awareness and effective communication skills, ensuring mission readiness and operational success in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
United States Armed Forces
USMC
Beaufort
08.2021 - Current
- I spent time in the Marine Corps infantry rifle squad and currently reside as a combat marksmanship coach at MCRD Parris Island, conducting pistol and rifle exercises.
- Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics, and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
- Cleaned and maintained weaponry following official procedures for optimum reliability.
- Adapted to rapidly changing tactical situations to achieve mission objectives.
- Operated and mounted night vision devices to zero in and engage targets.
- Conducted daily physical fitness training to maintain combat readiness.
- Led small teams in tactical operations under stressful conditions.
- Encouraged students to strive for excellence in all aspects of their shooting abilities.
- Monitored range safety protocols during live fire exercises.
- Provided guidance on proper maintenance and cleaning procedures for firearms and other related equipment.
- Demonstrated proper loading, unloading, clearing malfunctions, weapon handling, aiming, and firing techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Midlakes High School
Phelps, NY07-2021
Skills
- Combat training
- Weapon maintenance
- Tactical operations
- Safety protocols
- Marksmanship coaching
- Team leadership
- Squad leadership
- Physical fitness
- Effective communication
- Situational awareness
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving
Affiliations
Spend time in the gym working on bettering my mind, body, and soul
Accomplishments
- Top shot amongst students in Combat marksmanship coaching course
Timeline
United States Armed Forces
USMC
08.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Midlakes High School
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