Francisco Betancourt

Texas Army National Guard - Fire Support Sergeant

Prepares for mission effectiveness by maintaining and updating maps, target list worksheets, establish communications with maneuver elements, and call for artillery, rotary-winged aircraft, mortar, or naval gunfire on enemy positions. Highly-motivated in working with others to build dynamic and cohesive relationships. Exceptional at working efficiently under pressure in a stressful atmosphere. As a sergeant, I was responsible for several soldiers under my leadership for over five years.

Apr 2016 – Apr 2022

U.S. Army - Fire Support Specialist

Responsibilities: Planned, briefed and conducted fire missions Conducted intelligence activities including target processing in Fires Brigades, FA cannon battalions, artillery and maneuver brigades and higher headquarters in all Fire Support Elements, and Fire Effects Coordination Cell (FSE/FE CC). Established, maintained and operated radio and digital equipment. Prepared and maintained daily staff journal, fire support situation map, status charts, capability overlay, and other fire support and target processing records. Assisted in the preparation and dissemination of fire support plans, coordinating documents, and target lists and provides liaison support. Assisted in initiating requests for field artillery, mortar, naval gunfire and aerial delivered munitions. Operated and performed operator maintenance on section vehicles and generators. Performed crew maintenance and participated in organizational maintenance of section equipment. Accomplishments Recognized by Battalion Commander and awarded the Army Accommodation Medal in outstanding achievement having participated in company live fires on the 15th day of November 2013.

Oct 2012 – Apr 2016

firefighter/emt

As a Firefighter/EMT for Universal City, responsibilities are as follows: Responding to incidents: Respond to emergency and non-emergency incidents, including fires, hazardous materials, and medical emergencies. Providing patient care: Perform emergency medical care and first aid, and provide trauma treatment. Operating equipment: Drive and operate fire apparatus, pumps, aerial ladders, and other equipment. Maintaining equipment: Perform maintenance, repairs, and inspections on equipment and facilities. Training: Participate in training for fire, emergency medical, and hazardous materials. Fire prevention: Participate in fire prevention and public safety education programs. Reporting: Prepare reports on emergency incidents and accidents. Assisting police: Assist the police department as needed.