1. James J. Plemmons
6059 Kensinger Pass Converse TX 78109
Tel: (757)748-8028 Email: jplemmons30@hotmail.com
Summary of Qualifications:
Offers more than 19 years of progressive achievement in Radio Operation and Maintenance, Force
Protection, Field Management, and Professional Development. Demonstrates a understanding of
showcasing leadership and mentorship, improving business practices, and managing multiple roles as a
primary instructor. Possess the ability to adapt to various environments while maintaining the motivation to
learn new critical skills while improving the skills of others.
Areas of Expertise:
• Radio Operation Maintainer
• Disaster Planning
• Electronic Technology
• Blueprint Reading
• Leadership Development
• Industrial Safety
• Radio Operator Instructor
• Power Systems and Maintenance
Professional Experience:
United States Army
Ft. Sam Houston, San Antonio TX
Squad Leader (Group Manager)
August 2013 - August 2016
• Enforced and monitored the heath, morale, discipline and leadership and safety of 100%
of the individuals in my orginazation
• Supervised the maintenance and care of equipment valued in excess of 64,500 dollars
• Developed daily operating procedures to maintain proper voice communication for Two
missions South America in rural areas
• Enforced the unit safety program during maintenance operations, and training events
leading to zero injuries
United States Army
Ft. Gordon, Augusta GA
Squad Leader (Group Manager)/ Instructor
December 2011 -September 2012

2. • Enforced and monitored the heath, morale, discipline and leadership and safety of over
100 Military Occupational Specialty – Initial Soldiers
• Assisted the Director, Coordinator, and Senior Manager in reinforcing Warrior Tasks and
Battle Drills and Physical Fitness training
• Developed daily operating procedures to maintain proper training was conducted in the
time allotted
• Help guide the direction of the training by gathering critical user feedback that will
determine what is provided in future training courses
United States Army
Kabul, Afghanistan
Planning Section Lead
February 2011 - Present
• Developed a strategic plan to install and train command personnel on RF and SATCOM
radios for situational awareness and key to personnel safety
• Assisted in the mapping and documentation of the 34 Afghanistan Provincial Prisons to
plan the deployment of connectivity between them
• Focal point for Division Head Sections on radio maintenance issues and training
• Provided Echelon 1 technical assistance with trouble tickets on basic computer issues
United States Army
Ft. Gordon, Augusta GA
Squad Leader(Group Manager) / Instructor
August 2010 -January 2011
• Enforced and monitored the heath, morale, discipline and leadership and safety of over
100 Military Occupational Specialty – Initial Soldiers
• Assisted the Director, Coordinator, and Senior Manager in reinforcing Warrior Tasks and
Battle Drills and Physical Fitness training
• Developed daily operating procedures to maintain proper training was conducted in the
time allotted
• Help guide the direction of the training by gathering critical user feedback that will
determine what is provided in future training courses
United States Army
Ft. Bliss, El Paso TX
Team Chief (Group Manager)
September 2009 – July 2010
• Expertise provider as the Senior EPLRS Grid Reference Unit Operator / Maintainer that
supported a heavy Brigade Combat Team
• Supervised the installation, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of one Enhanced
Position Location Reporting System valued over $200,000
• Primary maintainer for SINCGARS retransmission, Near Term Digital Radio (NTDR),
EPLRS relay and gateway

3. • Force Protection specialist who was the first responder to any incidents that would occur
within the perimeter boundary
• Advised the base defense on several actions that needed to be taken for the Quick
Reaction Force and trained them on the systems
United States Navy
USS Roosevelt Norfolk, VA
Catapult Steam Mechanic
Feb.2005-January2007
• Maintained valves and damage control equipment such as fire hoses and other
firefighting equipment
• First Responder for any catapult emergencies that arose during critical missions that
resulted in any failures that would make it inoperable
• Maintained proper operation of the catapult system and insuring enough pressure to
launch aircraft off the catapult
United States Navy
Naval Recruiting District Dallas, TX Recruiter
August 2003 – January 2005
• Responsible for interviewing qualified applicants for entrance into the United States
Navy before applicants would go to MEPs ( Military Entrance Processing station)
• Responsible for giving classes on the benefits of the military lifestyle
• Made important judgment calls that allowed entrance into the United States Military
while also preparing the civilians to smoothly and successfully transition to military life
United States Navy
USS Enterprise Norfolk, VA
Steam plant mechanic
May1998-June 2003
• Maintained and operated water purifying machines, steam turbine generators, and water
pumps
• Maintained Valves and damage control equipment such as fire hoses and other
firefighting equipment.
• Responsible for running a watch team and insuring the proper operation of the equipment
in the power plant
• Fire team member in both a unit locker and repair locker
Education:
United States Army
Ft. Gordon, GA
Radio Operator – Maintainer

4. Graduated: Aug 2006
United States Navy
Great Lakes, IL
Fireman
Graduated: Apr 1998
Vernon Regional Junior College
Vernon, TX
Automotive Technician
Attended Dates: Aug 1997 – May 1998