Lucas Langley

Military Service:

• Rank: Sergeant First Class

  Branch/Position: Army

  Period: March 2004 - February 2025

  Occupation: M1 Armor Crewman

  Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

  Duties Description:

  Drives tank; loads and fires main gun; exercises techniques of land navigation; reads and

  interprets maps; secures, prepares, and stows ammunition; installs and dismantles antennas; prepares and operates

  communications equipment; assists in target detection and identification; prepares range finder for operation;

  performs operator maintenance on turret, weapons, controls, and communications equipment; conducts operational

  checks; assists mechanics and makes minor repairs on tank turrets and components.

  Inspects tank and turret components of platoon vehicles for malfunctions; assists in the training readiness of platoon

  drivers and the proficiency of gunners and loaders; reads and processes operational data.

  Leads tank crew; coordinates action of tank with platoon and supporting elements; supervises crew operator

  maintenance; coordinates maintenance requirements; evaluates work of subordinates; ensures collection and proper

  reporting of intelligence data to units and responsible staff sections.

  Supervises tank platoon and processing of operations and intelligence data; assists in planning, organizing, directing,

  training, supervising, coordinating, and reporting of activities of tank or staff sections; supervises platoon maintenance

  activities; collects, evaluates, and assists in the interpretation and dissemination of combat information.

Work history:

• Job Title: TPWD Site Safety Officer

  Company: Texas State Parks

  Period: May 2025 - July 2026

  Trainings, Certifications and Licences:

  • Basic Sawyer Operator
  Role Description:

  As a Maintenance Specialist III for Texas State Parks, I performed advanced, journey‑level maintenance, repair, and construction work to ensure the safe, reliable operation of park facilities, equipment, and infrastructure. My responsibilities included conducting preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural issues, and completing corrective repairs to preserve buildings, trails, campgrounds, and public‑use areas. I operated and maintained heavy equipment, power tools, and specialized machinery while managing work orders, documentation, and project timelines to support daily park operations. In my role as Site Safety Officer, I oversaw all aspects of workplace and visitor safety by conducting regular inspections, identifying hazards, and ensuring compliance with TPWD policies, OSHA standards, and environmental regulations. I led safety briefings, coordinated emergency preparedness activities, investigated incidents, and implemented corrective actions to reduce risk and promote a safe working environment. Together, these roles required strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to maintaining both the physical integrity of the park and the safety of staff, contractors, and visitors.

• Job Title: M1 Abrams Armor Crewman

  Company: Army

  Period: March 2004 - January 2025

  Role Description:

  For 20 years in the U.S. Army, I served in progressively senior leadership roles, beginning with hands‑on technical and maintenance responsibilities and advancing into high‑level operational management, personnel supervision, and strategic planning. Throughout my career, I performed and later oversaw day‑to‑day military operations, equipment readiness, and mission execution, developing deep expertise in maintenance management, training, logistics, and organizational coordination. As I advanced through the enlisted ranks, I led teams responsible for maintaining complex military systems, ensuring operational capability, and supporting large‑scale movements and exercises. I supervised soldiers across multiple specialties, managed personnel actions, enforced standards, and strengthened unit readiness through disciplined leadership and mentorship. In senior roles, I coordinated operations for hundreds of personnel, synchronized activities across multiple units, and advised commanders on mission planning, resource allocation, and risk mitigation. My career also included service as an Army Recruiter, where I represented the Army across a large region, built relationships with community leaders, and achieved recruitment goals through effective communication and outreach. Across two decades, I consistently demonstrated sound judgment, technical proficiency, and the ability to lead diverse teams in demanding environments, culminating in a career marked by operational excellence, strategic impact, and unwavering commitment to the Army’s mission.

   

Education:

• Purdue University Global

  Associate's Degree – Management

  Period: May 2020 - December 2021