Brandon Henry

• Fostered strong relationships with teammates through training and pursuing a standard beyond what is required, helping create a cohesive unit that worked well together.
• Actively participated in ongoing training programs designed to keep skills sharp and knowledge up-to-date within the ever-evolving world of motorsports and pit road.
• Regularly taking steps to exceed standard expectations of a professional pit crew, such as loading/unloading race haulers, assisting with tech inspection, etc.
• Assisted in pre-race preparation by conducting comprehensive vehicle inspections to identify potential areas of concern or improvement opportunities.
• Upheld strict adherence to all racing regulations while performing tasks, avoiding penalties from race officials.

• Trained and executed pit stops with the highest level of speed and efficiency to ensure optimum service to the vehicles under competitive conditions.
• Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
• Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
• Prepared/maintained pit stalls and vehicles for race conditions while optimizing details for efficiency during pit stops (i.e., clean/prep wheel studs, nitrogen bottles, hoses, pneumatic wheel guns, etc) within strict timelines.
• Specialized in damage repair, specifically body, aerodynamic and mechanical components under high pressure race conditions.
• Prepared/maintained lug nuts, lug nut glue, wire brushes, drills, pneumatic wheel guns and other components vital to efficient pit stops.

• Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while ensuring security of the facility and safety remained a top priority.
• Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to establish strong relationships, increasing the effectiveness of joint responses to incidents.
• Wrote up in depth, detailed reports on any incident involving security or safety of the facility in a timely manner.
• Detected potential threats proactively through regular monitoring of surveillance systems and analyzing incident reports.
• Performed regular audits of existing security measures, identifying areas for improvement and recommending changes accordingly.
• Performed regular and extensive patrols of the facility, documenting every detail of any incident/discrepancy discovered.

• Demonstrated adaptability by successfully executing varying roles within the pit crew as needed.
• Contributed to multiple race victories through consistently fast and precise tire changes.
• Upheld strict adherence to all racing regulations while performing tasks, avoiding penalties from race officials.
• Enhanced overall team performance by providing crucial input on vehicle setup adjustments based on observed track conditions.

• Led efforts in disassembling damaged chassis and body parts, crush panels, wraps, paint, etc.
• Cleaned and refurbished/repainted parts for reuse
• Cleaned and maintained workspace and shop floors daily, keeping appearances at a high standard even during day to day operations.
• Assist other technicians in assembly of non-engine related components on racing vehicles.
• Fabrication of small components such as side skirts, crush panels, etc.
• Application of vinyl wrap in small locations.

• Kept work areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Maintained a clean and organized receiving area, enhancing workflow and productivity.
• Loaded and unloaded boxes and pallets using safe operating procedures and correct equipment.
• Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
• Whether during daytime hours, or overnight, unloaded trucks and stocked store in a highly efficient manner

• Completed diversified chassis work on karts and charging equipment such as servicing and installing batteries and terminals, repairing and adjusting alignment components and repairing charger ports, tires, etc.
• Designed and executed an improved maintenance schedule on karts, ensuring proper care in a timely manner under continuous, busy use.
• Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
• Diagnosed mechanical failures and handling issues on track to determine and delegate corrective actions.

• Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts, ensuring rapid turnaround for the demanding, weekly schedule in NASCAR Xfinity Series racing.
• Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
• Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
• Trained in and performed pit stops for the #47 and #74 cars on a weekly basis.

• Managed daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy in transactions and preventing losses due to discrepancies.
• Resolved customer complaints professionally, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
• Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to maintain organized and tidy store.

• Trained 2-3 days weekly to perform efficient pit stops, servicing the vehicles while avoiding penalties and mistakes.
• Traveled to race weekends, assisting teams in loading/unloading race haulers, setting up pit stall and boxes, etc.
• Competed in all 3 NASCAR national series', and ARCA series races, performing or assisting in pit stops

• Reached out to other military veterans about their interest in pursuing higher education at NASCAR Technical Institute, explaining the benefits to training in hands on trades like automotive and motorsports.
• Kept organized, extensive records on veterans contacted, their needs/requirements, GI Bill eligibility etc.
• Used military experience and background to connect with veterans and highlight how my own path may reflect what they can expect/achieve.

• While still attending school, assisted in teardown duties on the #5 and #7 vehicles. This included butu was not limited to dismantling of components prior to cleaning said components and entire vehicle in preparation for reassembly.
• Kept workspaces clean and organized
• Shadow technicians in their daily duties, absorbing information on the processes of vehicle assembly/disassembly.

CORPORAL (E-4), ACTIVE DUTY, FIRETEAM LEADER

1ST BATTALION, 2ND MARINE REGIMENT, CHARLIE CO.

AWARDS/ COMMENDATIONS BY PRECEDENCE:

• Honorable Discharge
• Combat Action Ribbon
• Good Conduct Medal
• National Defense Medal
• Afghanistan Campaign Medal x2
• Global War on Terror Medal
• Korea Defense Medal
• Sea Service Deployment Ribbon x3
• NATO ISAF Afghanistan Medal
• Expert Marksmanship Badge

DEPLOYMENTS, NOTABLE TRAINING

• Afghanistan deployment (April-October 2014)
• Okinawa, South Korea UDP (August 2015-February 2016)
• PMO training (OC Spray, LEO training)
• Infantry Training Battalion (School of Infantry)
• Advanced Swim Qualification
• Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) Brown belt