Eric Ross
Colorado Springs
Summary
Self-motivated retired Army Platoon Sergeant with strong communication, leadership, and supervisory skills. Conducts extensive inspections, tracking garrison inventory and maintaining defense readiness. Works well with peers, sergeants and commanders.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Handler
US Auto Force
02.2025 - 11.2025
- Handle the majority of tire-related operations in the warehouse, including unloading, loading trucks, and consolidating storage space.
- Support team productivity in a fast-paced environment while ensuring safe handling of heavy materials.
- Thrive in a positive work environment while seeking opportunities closer to home.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
Platoon Sergeant
US Army
04.2023 - 08.2025
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Trained, supervised and organized over 50 soldiers and personnel.
- Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Commander.
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Managed over $20 million worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
Section Chief
US Army
04.2020 - 04.2023
- Obtained and enhanced quality benchmarks and objectives by developing and implementing standard practices and control plans.
- Supervised, encouraged and evaluated cross-functional teams by coaching and empowering team members to meet production goals.
- Assisted with new processes and product planning to facilitate rollout.
- Oversaw projects, equipment and manpower needs to properly allocate resources and training.
Platoon Sergeant
US Army
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Trained, supervised and organized over 65 soldiers and personnel.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
Water Treatment Supervisor
US Army
04.2012 - 01.2017
- Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
- Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
- Demonstrated capability for wet chemistry techniques by meeting quality control requirements, laboratory SOP and client specifications.
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Conducted routine sampling of drinking water and public water following standard operating procedures.
Human Resources Specialist
US Army
01.2007 - 04.2012
- Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
- Worked alongside global business leader to deploy new training strategies.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
- Generated and analyzed reports to monitor employee engagement and attrition trends.
Transportation Coordinator
US Army
01.2002 - 12.2007
- Determined most effective mode and routing of materials to customer locations and company facilities.
- Provided timely transportation of diverse clients to healthcare facilities.
- Identified appropriate travel routes in accordance with applicable traffic and bulk cargo transportation laws, regulations, protocols, and guidelines.
- Coordinated dispatching of [Number] drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodland High School
Dorchester, SC05-2003
Computer ScienceTechnician - Computer Science
IntelliTec College
CO09-2026
Skills
- Equipment safety
- Shipping operations
- Overseeing training
- Mission readiness planning
- Equipment control
- Surveillance techniques
- Personnel engagement
- Training development
- Paperwork verification
- Policies implementation
- Logistics management
- Vehicle inspections
- Equipment inspection
- Shipping and receiving
- Mediation expertise
- HR policies
Timeline
Material Handler
US Auto Force
02.2025 - 11.2025
Platoon Sergeant
US Army
04.2023 - 08.2025
Section Chief
US Army
04.2020 - 04.2023
Platoon Sergeant
US Army
01.2017 - 03.2020
Water Treatment Supervisor
US Army
04.2012 - 01.2017
Human Resources Specialist
US Army
01.2007 - 04.2012
Transportation Coordinator
US Army
01.2002 - 12.2007
High School Diploma -
Woodland High School
Computer ScienceTechnician - Computer Science
IntelliTec College
Additional Background
- Experienced in caregiving assistance, supporting a family member for 6+ years by managing medication, checking blood sugar, administering insulin, and maintaining hygiene needs.
- Comfortable in healthcare-related or supportive roles requiring patience, responsibility, and compassion.