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Eric Bechard

Eric Bechard

Boatswains Mate

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Retired Army Officer (DML),

  • Education

    • Shead High School

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    • Army Logistics University (ALU)

      2012 - 2012
      Logistics Captains Career Course (LOGC3) Advanced Military and Operational Studies Related to Logistics

      This Course includes Common Core and LOG Block training/instruction in doctrine, unit leadership, personnel functions, planning, and executing multi-functional logistical tasks and missions. The course is 20 weeks, 3 days divided into Common Core (7 weeks) and LOG Instruction (13 weeks, 3 days).ACE—3 semester hours graduate Florida Tech—3 semester hours graduate

    • Campbell University

      2008 - 2010
      Bachelor’s Degree History 3.393

      Activities and Societies: Remained on Active duty, through completion of degree Studied history and political sciences. Completed BS in the Fall of 2009, attending class at brick and mortar locations and on line. Continued to serve on active duty while completing Degree.

    • University of Maine

      1993 - 1995
      Associate’s Degree General Studies 2.41

      Activities and Societies: Alpha Phi Omega, Naval Reserves, Bangor, ME, University Recycling Coordinator General introduction to University life. Studied various arts and humanities subjects in pursuit of higher education. Volunteer activities, Continued Military Service while attending University.

  • Experience

    • US Navy

      Sept 1990 - Dec 1995
      Boatswains Mate

    • US Army

      Feb 1996 - Jul 2008

      • Platoon Leader: Executive Officer: Operations/Unit Movement Officer

        Jul 2006 - Jul 2008

      • Officer Candidate and Officer Basic Course

        Nov 2005 - Jun 2006

      • Non Commissioned Officer

        Feb 1996 - Oct 2005

    • US Army

      Feb 2010 - now

      Instructor and Writer for the Army Logistics University Transportation Basic Officer Leader Course (TBOLC). Plans, directs and executes branch functional and tactical training on all facets of transportation related to the planning, operation, coordination, and evaluation of all operational modes. Provides mentorship to over 600 Army lieutenants, international military students, and Department of the Army Civilian interns on an annual basis. Duties include writing and presenting lesson plans; ensuring instructional materials are updated; coaching and mentoring; evaluating practical exercises; conducting field training exercises (FTX); and proctoring academic assessments. Areas of special emphasis include: Observer/Controller for the TBOLC capstone, Master Resiliency Trainer and Battalion Unit Prevention Leader. Show less Battalion Executive Officer responsible for providing guidance to 427 Soldiers within a Headquarters detachment, Inland Cargo Transfer Company (ICTC), and four Movement Control Teams (MCT's) Communicated the commanders intent and sets the standard of staff operating procedures to include providing direction to ensure synchronized and effective planning during the decision making process. Provided daily oversight of service and logistical support. Oversaw unit reporting and overall personnel and equipment readiness for the Battalion. - Supervised Maintenance Program- Re-integration of Returning Soldiers- Life-cycle management of all IT equipment- Chief of Operations during "Unified Endeavor" Exercise 12-01 - Directed nearly 100 lateral transfers of equipment- Managed 110 Financial Liability Investigation for Property Loss (FLIPL)- Managed a $330,000 budget and served as the Battalion purchasing officer- Reviewed all administrative documents for personnel assigned to the Battalion Show less

      • Captain (DML), Instructor/Writer

        May 2012 - now

      • Captain, Battalion Executive Officer, 330th Transportation Battalion (Movement Control)(Rear)

        Oct 2011 - Apr 2012

      • Captain, Company Commander

        Feb 2010 - Nov 2011

    • Owner/Operator, "Wilderness Run", Alpine Coaster

      Mar 2019 - now
      Small Business Owner, Retired Army Officer

      Owner/Operator "Wilderness Run" Alpine Coaster.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Demonstrated Master Logistician (DML)

      SOLE-THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF LOGISTICS, INC. A/K/A SOL

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Eric Bechard
      The Military Order of Saint Christopher The Transportation Corps Regimental Association (TCRA) Feb 2013 The Honorable Order of Saint Christopher recognizes those individuals who have demonstrated the highest standards of integrity and moral character; displayed an outstanding degree of professional competence; and served the Transportation Corps with selflessness
    • Awarded to Eric Bechard
      Bronze Star US Army May 2011 Operation Iraqi Freedom/Operation New Dawn: Iraq
    • Awarded to Eric Bechard
      Bronze Star US Army Mar 2008 Operation Enduring Freedom: Afghanistan

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Coordinator, Basic Officer Leader Course

      Issued by US Army on Nov 2012
      US ArmyAssociated with Eric Bechard