Gavin Waugh

I served as an Infantry Rifleman (MOS 0311) in the United States Marine Corps, with extensive experience in small-unit tactics, weapons employment, and leadership in high-stress environments. I held leadership roles as a Team Leader and Squad Leader, responsible for training, discipline, accountability, and the overall performance and welfare of Marines.

I routinely performed duties above my assigned rank, including filling in as a Platoon Sergeant, assisting with personnel accountability, training coordination, and mission execution. I planned and supervised field training exercises and live-fire ranges while enforcing strict safety standards and maintaining operational readiness.

I was selected as a Combat Marksmanship Coach, instructing Marines in weapons handling, marksmanship fundamentals, and range safety. I evaluated performance and provided hands-on coaching to improve accuracy and confidence under stress. My experience includes international training and deployments in Norway, Japan, and South Korea, as well as large-scale training exercises in California.

I worked at an outdoor sporting goods and firearms retailer that operated alongside an on-site pawnshop. In this role, I sold firearms and outdoor equipment while providing knowledgeable customer service at the gun counter, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and store regulations. I assisted customers with product selection, completed required documentation, and maintained a safe and organized sales environment.

I regularly supported front counter operations by processing transactions, handling payments, and assisting with daily store needs. I was trusted to independently manage the pawnshop, including item intake and evaluation, inventory organization, and maintaining security and accountability when operating without direct supervision.

In addition to sales and operations, I assisted with the delivery and installation of gun safes on a daily basis alongside management. This required physical labor, coordination, attention to safety, and professional interaction with customers in both retail and residential settings.