Andrew Bates
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Hardworking and Dependable worker dedicated to completing the companies mission and goals. A quick study and willing to adapt to any situation that comes with the job. Focused and dedicated to honing all skills required to complete the work ahead. Reliable and works well with others.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Gray Eagle Operator
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Carson, CO
09.2020 - Current
- Responded quickly and accurately to changing conditions while piloting a drone.
- Conducted pre-flight checks on the drone's systems before every flight session.
- Assessed and maintained drone equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Analyzed data collected from the drone's sensors and cameras for accuracy and completeness.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed prior to operating a drone.
- Monitored aircraft systems during flight to detect any malfunctions or issues.
- Collaborated with clients to determine their specific needs for each mission.
- Developed flight plans for unmanned aircraft operations in accordance with FAA regulations.
- Operated drones to capture aerial footage of landscapes, events, and other subjects.
- Planned and conducted multiple missions in support of CJTF and the United States Military in collaboration with its allies.
- Calculated aircraft weight, balance and fuel requirements for each flight.
- Monitored engine operation, fuel consumption and functioning of aircraft systems during flights.
Apprentice Electrician
IBEW Local 490
Concord, NH
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Installed lighting fixtures such as fluorescent bulbs or LED lights.
- Performed general maintenance on electrical systems including replacing worn parts and repairing faulty wiring.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems with various types of control systems.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on existing electrical systems.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials such as high voltage electricity.
- Measured, cut and bent wire and conduit using hand tools and power tools.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks.
- Assisted electricians in wiring residential buildings with installation of electrical conduits.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
Apprentice Plumber
Family Members
Concord, NH
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Assembled pipe sections, tubing and fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent and soldering materials.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches and saws during installation process.
- Removed waste material from work sites after completing projects safely.
- Assisted journeyman plumbers in performing repairs and maintenance on pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment.
- Cleaned up job sites at the end of each shift to ensure a safe working environment for others.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Moved and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
- Maintained neat and well-organized worksites by removing debris and sharp objects and cleaning up after shift.
- Shadowed craft experts and supervisors to learn wide range of simple and complex techniques.
Cashier
Hannaford Supermarket
Northwood, NH
06.2015 - 12.2017
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
- Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coe Brown Northwood Academy
Northwood, NH06-2018
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHSkills
- Tool operation
- Equipment Operation
- Quality Assurance
- Hand and Foot Coordination
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Work Scheduling
- Attention to Detail
- Troubleshooting
- Valid Driver's License
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Flexible Schedule
- Issue Resolution
- Following Instructions
- Good Communication
- Punctual and Dependable
- Positive Attitude
- Computer Skills
- Punctual and Reliable
- Multitasking
- Team building
- Task Prioritization
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Gray Eagle Operator
U.S. Army Active Duty
09.2020 - Current
Apprentice Electrician
IBEW Local 490
02.2019 - 09.2020
Apprentice Plumber
Family Members
10.2018 - 01.2019
Cashier
Hannaford Supermarket
06.2015 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Coe Brown Northwood Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Southern New Hampshire University