Career

Positions Held

Awards Received

Work and Membership



 

Career:
- On June 21, 1960, he entered the Corps of Engineers and began his career in the United States Army.
- Over 31 years of his life have been devoted to the service of his country. 
- As a Professional Senior Non-Commissioned Officer, Sergeant Major Plant has had a variety of assignments. 
 

Positions Held:
- Senior NCO Army Security Agency
- Republic of Vietnam
- Deputy Installation Coordinator Headquarters 8th Infantry Division Support Command, Germany (a position normally held by a Colonel/LTC), where his responsibilities included Facilities Manager, Rose Barracks (which consisted of 12 units), The health and welfare of 11,562 soldiers and their families, and 56 buildings with an operational budget of over $26 million. 
- Other positions included Training NCO for the Post/Engineer School, Fort Belvior, Virginia and Chief Instructor Headquarters first ROTC Region, Fort Bragg, North Carolina with Duty at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. 
- He has successfully held every leadership position from Squad Leader, 299th Engineer Battalion, Republic of Vietnam to Brigade Sergeant Major, responsible for the preparation of Cadets for service as Commissioned Officers and leaders.
 

Awards Received:
- SGM Plant’s awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star, the Meritorious Service Medal with Two Oak Leaf Clusters, the Army Commendation Medal with Two Oak Leaf Clusters, the Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, the Army Achievement Medal with Two Oak Leaf Clusters, the Vietnam Service Medal, and the Army Good Conduct Medal (9th Award). 
-On January 27th, 2007, Clarence Plant was awarded the GOOD NEIGHBOR/CATHY DONAHUE AWARD, given annualy by the Worcester County St. Patricks Parade Committee. This award recognizes an individual who has worked to foster a positive relationship in our community. The Good Neighbor Award is given to a friend of the Parade who, through his or her work, warmth, and generosity, has helped to contribute to the Parade's goals.