Jacob Burns

  

Biography:

Military Experience: 5.0 years

Work Experience: 11.2 years

Work Experience:

My name is Jacob Burns, and I am a Marine Veteran, and I believe with my background I possess the skills, integrity, and work ethic necessary to excel in this field. My personal strengths include but are not limited to effective communication, adaptability, emotional intelligence, leadership, honesty, and accountability. I am also a very quicker learner and easily teachable. My experience during my time in the military has allowed me to develop a strong sense of duty and a natural ability to remain calm under pressure, both of which are essential qualities to be an effective and reliable worker. Thank you for your time and considering my application. I look forward to hearing from you about this opportunity and how my qualifications align with the needs of your department and this role.


Military Service:

  • Rank: Sergeant

    Branch/Position: Marine Corps

    Period: June 2015 - May 2020

    Occupation: 8154 - Security Force (MCSF) Close Quarters Battle (CQB) Team Member

    Duties Description:
    The MCSF CQB team member will be assigned to duty with MCSF Fleet Antiterrorism Security Teams (FAST) Companies and/or Security Force Companies. As a part of a CQB team and utilizing CQB techniques, the team member will be required to restore security to prevent access, damage, or removal of vital naval assets. The CQB team member will be physically and mentally capable of enduring the rigors of combat, be knowledgeable in the safe and proper employment of CQB weapons, be skilled in land navigation and patrolling, be well versed in interior guard procedures, and be familiar with antiterrorist tactics and techniques.

    Training courses:

    • Designated Marksman White Feather award recipient
    • CPR certified
    • Close quarters battle school certified
    • M4/M16 expert
    • M9 Beretta pistol expert
    • Security guard trained
    • Marine Corps Base police certified
    • M110 sniper riffle trained
    • Shotgun training

Work history:

  • Job Title: Landscaping Foreman

    Company: Burns Landscaping

    Period: January 2010 - June 2015

    Role Description:

     § Completed hardscape
    masonry installation of brick walls, walkways, exterior buildings and
    residential homes.  

    § Provided garden upkeep services and routine
    maintenance for residential properties.  

    § Conducted pruning and shaping of trees, shrubs
    and stone landscapes. This includes mowing, trimming, and edging.   

  • Job Title: Marine

    Company: United States Marine Corps

    Period: June 2015 - May 2020

    Trainings, Certifications and Licences:

    • CPR certified, combat life saving certified, designated marksman white feather award recipient, close quarters battle school certified, M4/M16 expert, M9 Beretta pistol expert, M110 sniper riffle trained, shotgun training, security guard trained, infantry trained, Marine Corps Base police certified.
    Role Description:

     § Trained in infantry and security
    forces to protect and serve our country.
     

    § Protected nuclear assets by sniper over watch
    and close quarters battle interior room clearing. 

    § Served as on base military police at Marine
    Corps Base Hawaii and Served in 1st battalion 3rd Marines as an infantry squad
    leader.   

  • Job Title: Correctional Officer

    Company: Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department

    Period: August 2022 - May 2023

    Role Description:

     · Watched over inmates and carried out duties of the
    correctional facility.  

    · Documented inmate behavior and enforced facility rules.  

    · Conducted security checks, responded to emergencies, enforced
    regulations and collaborated with other staff members to better the facility.   


Education:

  • Rockland High School

    High School – GED

    Period: August 2011 - June 2014

  • Quincy College

    Associate's Degree – General Studies

    Period: July 2020 - July 2022

  • Chattahoochee Technical College

    Bachelor's Degree – Carpentry

    Period: July 2022 - present

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