Mike Medbery
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HAZMAT Certifier
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Experience
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Site Manager
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May 2019 - Present
Responsible for providing logistical support for select members of the Intelligence Community:* Capable of possessing/maintaining Top Secret Security Clearance.* Coordinate, prioritize and schedule the transportation of customers (including distinguished visitors), equipment and supplies in accordance with the standard operating procedure for the theater.* Provide transportation for arriving/departing passengers to/from their billeting locations and to/from both fixed wing and… Responsible for providing logistical support for select members of the Intelligence Community:* Capable of possessing/maintaining Top Secret Security Clearance.* Coordinate, prioritize and schedule the transportation of customers (including distinguished visitors), equipment and supplies in accordance with the standard operating procedure for the theater.* Provide transportation for arriving/departing passengers to/from their billeting locations and to/from both fixed wing and rotary ramps/terminals as required.* Providing current information on schedules, routes, air movement requirements, baggage and local passenger facilities.* Conduct air traffic management activities; plan, coordinate and organize the use of air transportation resources. * Develop and maintain applicable data reference files to support transportation activities. * Provide all reports required to track personnel and equipment transiting the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).* Inspect transportation activities and recommend corrective action as needed to the appropriate government representative.* Send notification of cargo/equipment arrival to authorized customers within 48 hrs.* Assemble, palletize and transport aircraft cargo loads to and from the storage area and the transportation departure/arrival point. * Arrange for transportation of hazardous materials, cargo, mail, and baggage as required. * Package, certify, transport, and prepare all shipping documents and ensure hazardous material compliance with AFMAN 24-204.* Inspect and ensure proper handling of hazardous material.* Package, manifest, and mark general and special handling cargo in accordance with AMC 24-101.* Inspect cargo and mail for compliance and movement eligibility.* Operate Material Handling Equipment (MHE) on site as required; examples include: forklifts up to 15K, 5 ton trucks, and 30 passenger busses. Show more Show less
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Site Lead
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Nov 2018 - Apr 2019
Responsible for providing logistical support for select members of the Intelligence Community:* Capable of possessing/maintaining Top Secret Security Clearance.* Coordinate, prioritize and schedule the transportation of customers (including distinguished visitors), equipment and supplies in accordance with the standard operating procedure for the theater.* Provide transportation for arriving/departing passengers to/from their billeting locations and to/from both fixed wing and… Responsible for providing logistical support for select members of the Intelligence Community:* Capable of possessing/maintaining Top Secret Security Clearance.* Coordinate, prioritize and schedule the transportation of customers (including distinguished visitors), equipment and supplies in accordance with the standard operating procedure for the theater.* Provide transportation for arriving/departing passengers to/from their billeting locations and to/from both fixed wing and rotary ramps/terminals as required.* Providing current information on schedules, routes, air movement requirements, baggage and local passenger facilities.* Conduct air traffic management activities; plan, coordinate and organize the use of air transportation resources. * Develop and maintain applicable data reference files to support transportation activities. * Provide all reports required to track personnel and equipment transiting the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).* Inspect transportation activities and recommend corrective action as needed to the appropriate government representative.* Send notification of cargo/equipment arrival to authorized customers within 48 hrs.* Assemble, palletize and transport aircraft cargo loads to and from the storage area and the transportation departure/arrival point. * Arrange for transportation of hazardous materials, cargo, mail, and baggage as required. * Package, certify, transport, and prepare all shipping documents and ensure hazardous material compliance with AFMAN 24-204.* Inspect and ensure proper handling of hazardous material.* Package, manifest, and mark general and special handling cargo in accordance with AMC 24-101.* Inspect cargo and mail for compliance and movement eligibility.* Operate Material Handling Equipment (MHE) on site as required; examples include: forklifts up to 15K, 5 ton trucks, and 30 passenger busses. Show more Show less
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Site Lead
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Mar 2015 - Oct 2018
Responsible for providing logistical support for select members of the Intelligence Community:* Capable of possessing/maintaining Top Secret Security Clearance.* Coordinate, prioritize and schedule the transportation of customers (including distinguished visitors), equipment and supplies in accordance with the standard operating procedure for the theater.* Provide transportation for arriving/departing passengers to/from their billeting locations and to/from both fixed wing… Responsible for providing logistical support for select members of the Intelligence Community:* Capable of possessing/maintaining Top Secret Security Clearance.* Coordinate, prioritize and schedule the transportation of customers (including distinguished visitors), equipment and supplies in accordance with the standard operating procedure for the theater.* Provide transportation for arriving/departing passengers to/from their billeting locations and to/from both fixed wing and rotary ramps/terminals as required.* Providing current information on schedules, routes, air movement requirements, baggage and local passenger facilities.* Conduct air traffic management activities; plan, coordinate and organize the use of air transportation resources. * Develop and maintain applicable data reference files to support transportation activities. * Provide all reports required to track personnel and equipment transiting the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).* Inspect transportation activities and recommend corrective action as needed to the appropriate government representative.* Send notification of cargo/equipment arrival to authorized customers within 48 hrs.* Assemble, palletize and transport aircraft cargo loads to and from the storage area and the transportation departure/arrival point. * Arrange for transportation of hazardous materials, cargo, mail, and baggage as required. * Package, certify, transport, and prepare all shipping documents and ensure hazardous material compliance with AFMAN 24-204.* Inspect and ensure proper handling of hazardous material.* Package, manifest, and mark general and special handling cargo in accordance with AMC 24-101.* Inspect cargo and mail for compliance and movement eligibility.* Operate Material Handling Equipment (MHE) on site as required; examples include: forklifts up to 15K, 5 ton trucks, and 30 passenger busses. Show more Show less
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Deployed Site Lead/Aerial Port Technician
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Aug 2011 - Feb 2015
Responsible for providing logistical support for select members of the Intelligence Community:-Capable of possessing/maintaining Top Secret Security Clearance.-Providing current information on schedules, routes, air movement requirements, baggage and local passenger facilities. -Complete/submit Arrival/Departure Messages for all arriving/departing passengers enabling traveler accountability throughout the AOR. -Submit/book AMR's (Air Movement Requests) on available US/ITAS… Responsible for providing logistical support for select members of the Intelligence Community:-Capable of possessing/maintaining Top Secret Security Clearance.-Providing current information on schedules, routes, air movement requirements, baggage and local passenger facilities. -Complete/submit Arrival/Departure Messages for all arriving/departing passengers enabling traveler accountability throughout the AOR. -Submit/book AMR's (Air Movement Requests) on available US/ITAS partner fixed wing aircraft for travelers/cargo moving within the AOR.-Submit/book AMR's for travelers/cargo moving on US military and commercial rotary aircraft to FOB's where fixed wing aircraft are unable to transit.-Provide transportation for arriving/departing passengers to/from their billeting locations to/from both fixed wing and rotary ramps/terminals as required.-Planning, coordinating and organizing the use of air transportation resources.-Determining supplies and equipment required for missions and coordinate availability. -Establish passenger/cargo processing procedures, load aboard aircraft and prepare/process appropriate records and documentation when necessary. -Using appropriate MHE for cargo loading and unloading operations.-Assembling, palletizing and transporting aircraft cargo loads to and from the storage area and applicable loading ramps or cargo yards.-Securing cargo using proper and appropriate devices/equipment.-Taking all appropriate safety precautions when handling and storing hazardous materials.-Preparing, completing and maintaining air movement records, documents and reports.-Prepare/complete Shippers Declaration For Dangerous Goods when necessary.-Implementing necessary safety and security precautions for all cargo and takes necessary additional precautions with dangerous materials, special cargo and baggage.-Providing information on proper use and preparation of labeling, packaging, marking and documentation requirements for cargo when necessary. Show more Show less
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Air Transportation (Port Dawg)
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Jan 1989 - Aug 2011
Airfield Operations Location Chief, USAF, Tel Aviv, Israel -Appointed Air Mobility Command Contacting Officer Representative for Israel – oversaw air terminal ground handling services at two geographically separated airfields.-Administered $1.2M United States Transportation Command contract, regulated $45K operating budget and stressed contractor management of $1.6M worth of government furnished equipment.-Ensured compliance with Department of Defense transportation operation… Airfield Operations Location Chief, USAF, Tel Aviv, Israel -Appointed Air Mobility Command Contacting Officer Representative for Israel – oversaw air terminal ground handling services at two geographically separated airfields.-Administered $1.2M United States Transportation Command contract, regulated $45K operating budget and stressed contractor management of $1.6M worth of government furnished equipment.-Ensured compliance with Department of Defense transportation operation regulations and US Air Force instruction standards in training – administered 294 Performance Work Statement evaluations guaranteeing 100% contract compliance.-Liaison between government contractor and US Embassy, Defense Attaché Office and host nation agencies – coordination ensured successful visits for countless distinguished visitors.Deployment/Distribution Flight Chief, USAF, Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota -Managed 97-person team consisting of five distinct Air Force Specialty Codes that facilitated the movement of DoD passengers/cargo while maintaining an assigned fleet of 72 vehicles valued at $2.3M.-Recognized for superior leadership and management skills by Air Combat Command as the Air Transportation Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year and the Colonel Gail Halvorsen Air Transportation Individual of the Year for 2007. -Orchestrated one of the largest ever deployed Air Terminal Operations Center 1-day movements – 930 tons of cargo/1,100 passengers transported on 77 aircraft in 24 hours with no delays.Assistant NCOIC, Aircraft Services, USAF, Osan AB, Republic of Korea Coordinated daily work assignments and conducted safety briefings for diverse team consisting of 20 military and 21 foreign national employeesAerial Port Flight Supervisor, USAF, McGuire AFB, New Jersey Deployed worldwide as Tanker Airlift Control Element team member – key participant in initial airfield opening operations at bases located in Al Udeid, Qatar, Tallil, Iraq, and Balad, Iraq. Show more Show less
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Education
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North Dakota State College of Science