FRANCIS MAHER

4848 West 86th Street * Burbank, IL 60459 * H: 630-991-6348 * fm55eb48@westpost.

net
OBJECTIVE
Seeking an entry level position with competitive compensation.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Goal oriented professional with great communication skills, proven leadership, a
nd excellent interpersonal abilities with seven years of Army experience. Posses
ses ability to learn new procedures and master new operations quickly while adap
ting to a fast-changing environment. Able to make difficult decisions and commun
icate effectively in stressful situations. A strong ability to work as a contrib
uting team member or team leader. Disciplined, honest, and dependable with stron
g work ethics. Structured individual who is self motivated to achieve results. R
outinely qualified expert on several small arms weapons. Able to read and interp
ret maps and diagrams.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Squad Leader, Master Driver, Team Leader Mar
ch 2005 - March 2009
US Army, Ft. Hood, TX; Mosul, Iraq; Ft. Bliss, TX
Supervise and manage job training and daily operations for 15 Soldiers in combat
and garrison environments. Ensured all maintain health, welfare and professiona
l development. Successfully performed over 200 combat missions throughout northe
rn Iraq without incident or injury to Soldiers under leadership. Responsible for
$ 15,000,000 of government equipment with 100 percent serviceability and accoun
tability. Trained, tested and licensed 50 soldiers on a variety of military vehi
cles. Served as body guard for U.S. State Department. Awarded Purple Heart Medal
for wounds received in combat and also the Army Commendation Medal for exceptio
nally meritorious service as a team leader.
Grenadier, Rifleman
February 2002 - February 2005
US Army, Camp Victory, Iraq; Ft. Hood, TX; Ft. Benning, GA
Trained a company of 120 Soldiers on the Javelin Missile System. Set platoon sta
ndard operating procedures for room clearing and intricacies of modern operation
s in urban terrain. Decorated four times for exceptionally meritorious service a
nd exemplary behavior, efficiency, and fidelity.
Package Handler
November 2001 - January 2002
Federal Express, Bedford Park, IL
Handled and inspected 50 percent of packages processed in facility ensuring 100%
reached destination. Identified and resolved discrepancies with packages and la
bels. Cross-trained for other positions. Performed maintenance on malfunctioning
equipment. Maintained composure in extremely fast-paced work environment. Worke
d well with other employees. Demonstrated effective verbal skills through daily
activity.

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Landscaping; Supervisor
May 2001 - October 2001
C & M Landscaping, Bridgeview, IL
Supervised work teams on location ensuring materials were appropriately installe
d according to contracts. Maintained thousands of dollars of equipment. Always
completed task at hand to standard within time constraints. Quickly became knowl
edgeable of duties of a landscape laborer and quality of work surpassed those wi
th years of experience. Planned the days driving and work order schedule. Alway
s followed regulations and safety standards. Reviewed work for completeness and
accuracy. Exercised independent judgment to determine appropriate approach. To
ok great care and received no traffic citations while driving company vehicle. W
ork ethic earned respect of employer.
Car Wash Attendant
February 2001 - April 2001
Turtle Wax Car Wash, Hodgkins, IL
Processed up to 150 privately owned vehicles weekly without incident. No custom
er complaints entire duration of employment. Learned how to use all chemicals sa
fely and effectively. Performed maintenance on malfunctioning equipment. Demonst
rated excellent performance and reliability. Adapted and learned new operation a
nd procedures with minimal training or supervision.
Host; Waiter
May 2000 - January 2001
Applebees, Countryside, IL
Successfully placed 20 orders a shift. Memorized restaurants entire table layou
t and menu. Promoted to server immediately Upon eligibility. Assisted in prepara
tion and review of orders leaving the kitchen. Developed great communication and
customer service skills. Accomplished tasks in organized and efficient manner.
Unloader
October 1999 - December 1999
United Parcel Service, Willow Springs, IL
Commended by supervisor for speed and care of work. Experienced with diverse and
challenging assignments. Great attention to detail resulted in no mistakes. Pro
duced higher performance standards and enhanced productivity. Competently handle
d multiple assignments. Trained new employees in work tasks, safety procedures
and company policies.
EDUCATION
* Student, Bus.Admin./Finance, St. Xavier University, Chicago, IL, 2009
* Certificate, Master Driver Course, U.S. Army, Ft. Bliss, TX, 2008
* Certificate, Safety Officers Course, U.S. Army, Ft. Bliss, TX, 2008
* Certificate, Bradley Fighting Vehicle Training, U.S. Army, Ft. Bliss, TX, 2006
* Certificate, Army Combatives Trainer Course, U.S. Army, Ft. Bliss, TX, 2005
* Diploma, Primary Leadership Development Course, U.S. Army, Ft. Hood, TX, 2005
* Certificate, Combat Lifesaver Course, U.S. Army, Ft. Hood, TX, 2003
* Diploma, Basic and Advanced Ind. Training, Infantry, U.S. Army, Ft. Benning, G
A, 2002
* Certificate, Javelin Gunners Course, U.S. Army, Ft. Hood, TX, 2002
* Diploma, 3.8 G.P.A., Argo Community High School, Summit, IL, 2000