William Byrd
Biography:
Security Clearance: Secret Clearance
Military Experience: 13.8 years
Work Experience: 18.4 years
Military Service:
Rank: Petty Officer 2nd Class
Branch/Position: Navy
Period: July 2009 - April 2023
Occupation: Gunner's Mate - GM
Security Clearance: Secret Clearance
Duties Description:Operated and maintained weapons systems as part of the Navy Cargo Handling Battalion One and Maritime Expeditionary Group One.
Collaborated with the Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron One on various security and maintenance operations.
Performed duties related to shipboard security, ordnance handling, and operational readiness.
Provided technical support and ensured the operational status of small arms and crew-served weapons systems.
Trained personnel in the safe handling, operation, and maintenance of Navy weapons systems and equipment.
Conducted small arms weapons maintenance and repair, ensuring operational readiness across various shipboard and land-based environments.
Acted as a crew-served weapons operator and maintainer, managing high-caliber weapons such as the 5"/54 caliber Mark 45 gun and CIWS ammo loaders.
Led security teams during shipboard and land-based operations, serving as the Entry Control Point (ECP) leader and sentry.
Handled high explosives and ammunition, ensuring the safety and proper storage of hazardous materials.
Provided shipboard and land security for medical personnel, maintaining secure perimeters during medical operations and
Training courses:
- Joint Achievement Medal
- Good Conduct Medal
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
- GWOT Service Medal
- Sea Service Deployment Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal
Work history:
Job Title: Small Arms Repairer/Armorer
Company: Department of Defense
Period: August 2019 - December 2023
Role Description:Provost Marshall Office
M18, Glock 19, M500 shotgun, M4, M4A1, M16, and M16A4, ensuring equipment readiness and reliability.
Managed inventory as the lead on SL-3, ensuring accurate records of gear issued and returned.
Conducted daily sight counts and oversaw day-to-day operational readiness of equipment, maintaining detailed records.
Served as a tool control specialist, ensuring all tools and equipment were properly maintained and accounted for.
Held responsibilities as a Safety & HAZMAT Clerk, maintaining adherence to safety protocols and hazardous material handling procedures.
Job Title: Equipment Operator
Company: State of California, 22nd District Agricultural Association
Period: June 2025 - July 2025
Role Description:Water Truck Driver, Dump Truck Driver & Wheel loader operator.
Removal , Placement & compaction of soils during fairground events.
Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Company: Del Mar Thorough Bred Club
Period: July 2025 - September 2025
Role Description:Backhoe, Skip Loader, Wheel Loader, skid steer & Water truck operator.
Conducted daily equipment checks and performed maintenance as needed including greasing, cleaning, fluid levels, and the other normal daily checks.
Maneuvered heavy equipment into loading or unloading positions, following signals from crew as needed; checked that the vehicle
position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned.
Maintain tools and equipment in working order.
Work safely in a fast-paced environment with crew members.
Assisting Carpenters & Plumbers using heavy equipment for repairs.
Job Title: Gunners Mate Second Class Petty Officer
Company: United States Navy
Period: July 2009 - April 2023
Role Description:Operated and maintained weapons systems as part of the Navy Cargo Handling Battalion One and Maritime Expeditionary Group One.
Collaborated with the Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron One on various security and maintenance operations.
Performed duties related to shipboard security, ordnance handling, and operational readiness.
Provided technical support and ensured the operational status of small arms and crew-served weapons systems.
Trained personnel in the safe handling, operation, and maintenance of Navy weapons systems and equipment.
Conducted small arms weapons maintenance and repair, ensuring operational readiness across various shipboard and land-based environments.
Acted as a crew-served weapons operator and maintainer, managing high-caliber weapons such as the 5"/54 caliber Mark 45 gun and CIWS ammo loaders.
Led security teams during shipboard and land-based operations, serving as the Entry Control Point (ECP) leader and sentry.
Handled high explosives and ammunition, ensuring the safety and proper storage of hazardous materials.
Provided shipboard and land security for medical personnel, maintaining secure perimeters during medical operations and
Job Title: CDL A Driver/ Laborer
Company: VCI Construction
Period: November 2025 - present
Role Description:Performing construction tasks including loading, delivery, digging, potholing and operating heavy equipment.
Installing underground telecommunications high-density polyethylene conduit.
Conducting daily pre trip inspections, operating construction equipment such as Utility Work trucks, Dump Trucks, Ditch Witch FXT65, 310Sk Iohn Deere backhoe & John Deere 30P-Tier mini excavator, Rt1250 Rock saw trencher, Western Star Guzzler.
Operating essential tools such as jackhammers, concrete saws, and vacuum hoses.
Maintaining work areas, traffic control & work site restoration.
Performing work in all weather conditions.
As well as following all proper safety regulations, procedures, and policies.
Education:
Rancho Buena Vista High School
High School – High School Diploma
Period: September 2005 - July 2009
Workshop For Warriors
Other – Welding SMAW,FCAW,GMAW
Period: January 2024 - April 2024
Heavy Equipment Colleges Of America
Other – Backhoe, Wheel Loader, Water Truck & Skid Steer certification
Period: August 2024 - September 2024
United Truck Driving School
Other – Commercial Drivers License, Non-Restrictive
Period: October 2024 - December 2024
Heavy Equipment Colleges of America
Other – Dozer & Excavator certification
Period: April 2025 - May 2025
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