Sgt Jake Hinton

Marine Corps | Explosive Ordnance Disposal

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Spent 8 years in the Marine Corps, 4 as a Stinger Missile Gunner and 4 as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician. Honorably discharged in 2012. Earned a bachelor's degree, married, and am now a proud father of two.

Military Experiences

Jan 2009 - Feb 2012

EOD Sergeant

MWSS-172, MAG-36, 1st MAW, III MEF | Okinawa, Japan

As a Marine Corps Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician, I was responsible for responding to and mitigating explosive threats. My duties included: * Identifying, assessing, and rendering safe a wide range of explosive hazards, from improvised explosive devices (IEDs) to conventional munitions. * Conducting bomb disposal operations in high-risk environments, often under pressure and adverse conditions. * Utilizing specialized tools and techniques to neutralize explosive threats. * Providing technical expertise and training to military and civilian personnel. * Participating in counter-IED operations and intelligence gathering. * Leading and managing teams in complex and dangerous missions.

Deployments

(1 year, 4 months)

Oct 2010 - May 2011

COP Castle

As an EOD Technician at Combat Outpost (COP) Castle in Afghanistan, I faced the daily threat of IEDs. My duties included: * Route clearance operations to identify and neutralize IEDs. * Responding to IED incidents, providing assistance to casualties, and securing the scene. * Conducting exploitation of IEDs to gather intelligence.

Mar 2006 - Oct 2006

Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)

I was responsible for securing the base perimeter. This involved manning guard towers, conducting vehicle inspections, and responding to potential threats. I played a crucial role in preventing unauthorized access and protecting the base from insurgent attacks. My duties required vigilance, quick decision-making, and a commitment to security.