David M. Soto

Experience

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  US Army

  Oct 2000 - Dec 2012

  Rifle Squad Leader is responsible for the welfare, fitness, morale and discipline of nine Soldiers; responsible for the individual training and maintenance of their equipment; primary instructor and adviser in the matters of tactics, personnel management and junior leader development; directs his Squad's tactical employment during offensive and defensive operations; responsible for the accountability and maintenance of all assigned equipment worth in excess of 750,000 dollars. An Infantry Team Leader is responsible for the welfare, fitness, morale and discipline of three to four Soldiers; responsible for the individual training and maintenance of their equipment; primary instructor and adviser in the matters of tactics, personnel management and subordinate development; directs his team's tactical employment during offensive and defensive operations; responsible for the accountability and maintenance of all assigned equipment worth in excess of 250,000 dollars. Operated and maintained small arms, heavy weapons platforms, and communication equipment used in ground combat operations. Evaluated terrain and recorded topographical information; employed explosives and participated in basic reconnaissance operations.

  • Infantry Squad Leader

    Jul 2008 - Dec 2012

  • Infantry Team Leader

    Jun 2002 - Jun 2008

  • Infantry Rifleman

    Oct 2000 - May 2002
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  Texas ReExcavation, LC

  Apr 2013 - Sept 2013

  Hydroexcavaton Technician

  The Hydro-Excavation Technician at Texas ReExcavation Services sets up/breaks down equipment, operates a high pressure wand for the excavation and vacuum system, inspects the job site for any safety concerns or hazards, and follows construction and general industry safe work practices. He also Coordinates face to face with clients daily to exact excavation parameters, ensure quality control, and close out site operations.

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  Nonprofit Leadership Student Association- UH

  Sept 2016 - May 2017

  Community Outreach Officer

  The NLSA's Community Outreach Officer coordinates monthly outreach events with local nonprofits for all NLSA members to attend during the semester (three per Fall & Spring). He is also responsible for planning 2 NLSA Alumni events (one per semester).

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  Nonprofit Leadership Student Association/ Association of Fundraising Professionals- UH

  May 2017 - Apr 2018

  Vice President

  The Nonprofit Leadership Student Association (NLSA) Vice President (VP) serves as an adviser and assistant to the NLSA President, oversees committees, performs Presidential duties in the absence or at the request of the President. He also, with the President, communicates with the Campus Director for direction, problem solving, planning and carrying out the goals of NLSA. The VP is the liaison between the University of Houston's Center for Student Involvement, which oversees Resident Student Organizations (RSOs), in order to facilitate on-campus events, required RSO training, and the requisition of available resources available to RSOs. Show less

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  YMCA of Greater Houston

  May 2018 - Aug 2018

  Development Intern

  The Development Intern is responsible for the increasing the center's program outreach, social media marketing, wellness floor assistance, conducting membership tours, assisting with community projects, event planning, and the silent auction.

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  Houston Habitat for Humanity, Inc.

  Aug 2018 - Jul 2024

  • Community Engagement and Veterans Build Manager

    Dec 2020 - Jul 2024

  • Individual Giving and Veterans Build Manager

    May 2019 - Dec 2020

  • Development Associate

    Aug 2018 - May 2019