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Work History
Education
Skills
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BL BJ Lucas

Evansville,IN

Summary

Multi-skilled professional with 10+ years of polished expertise offering the dedication and perseverance to forge new relationships through professional leadership attributes, cross-cultural and global management efforts, and the desire to succeed and make substantial contributions to organizational goals. Punctual and honest individual with solid background in high stress environments. Satisfies customers with exceptional service. Uses slow periods effectively to stay on top of daily chores while pursuing opportunities to help team improve service and reduce waste.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Cashier

Liquor Locker
04.2024 - Current
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
  • Strengthened team morale and cooperation by assisting coworkers during peak hours.

PLATOON SERGEANT

United States Army
07.2012 - 02.2015
  • Responsible for the health, welfare, training, and discipline of nine Soldiers and Families in a FORSCOM deployable company
  • Diligently enforced organizational structure and pushed subordinates to be proactive leaders in mission planning, resourcing, and executing
  • Supervised site preparation and daily petroleum distribution operations; ensuring all quality control standards were enforced
  • Maintained accountability and combat readiness of all section's Modified Table of Organization and Equipment (MTOE) properties valued in excess of $450,000
  • Portrayed high levels of honesty, hard work, and high levels of motivation which invigorated peers and subordinates
  • Planned and evaluated soldiers' development programs and critical skills in accordance with Department of Defense regulations and policies regarding training programs
  • Prepared after action reports by utilizing course templates, outlines and feedback
  • Executed flawless Class III support in both garrison and combat operations by transporting and distributing over 500,000 gallons of fuel
  • Skillfully resourced and supervised over 50 Logistical Patrols as Convoy Commander which immeasurably contributed to the success of the unit's mission
  • Exhibited superb confidence and infectious enthusiasm with every assigned task and mission without regard to the degree of difficulties
  • Served as the NCOIC for five small arms ranges and three heavy ranges which resulted in 90% of the company trained; 75% achieved expert with no failures
  • Successfully maintained assigned vehicles at a 90% operational readiness rate which contributed immensely to the company's convoy logistical support
  • Emphasized a realistic and effective approach to risk management resulting in the safe driving of over 16,000 accident free miles while in theatre
  • Mitigated internal and external crisis
  • Strategically planned, developed and delivered instructional methods on current developments and training techniques
  • Performed duties involving supply request, receipt, storage, issue, accountability and preservation of individual, organizational and installation equipment
  • Assisted in the maintenance of all administrative supply and supporting document files
  • Responsible for the issue, receipt, cleanliness, control and security of assigned equipment

SECTION CHIEF

US Army
04.2010 - 07.2012
  • Supervised, discipline, training, combat readiness, morale, safety, health and welfare of five Soldiers and their Families
  • Responsible for the accountability, maintenance and combat readiness of two M969A1 tankers, two M1088A1 truck tractor MTV 5 Tons, one M1083 cargo truck, one Fuel System Supply Point (FSSP), and various MTOE related equipment valued in excess of 2 million dollars
  • Utilized comprehensive knowledge of supply policy requirements and evaluating logistics as required
  • Assisted in implementing new equipment fielding, monitoring government equipment tracking systems, and planning for the disposal of unserviceable equipment throughout the organization
  • Researched, interpreted and applied statutory and program guidance
  • Established and maintained all supply and logistics related documentation, accounting records, and supported organization information
  • Served as the Operations Sergeant of the platoon which assisted Unit Operations
  • Created updates and maintained record tracking spreadsheets
  • Troubleshot, inspected and corrected malfunctions in automotive systems, turret, carriage mounted armament

SECTION CHIEF

US Army
11.2006 - 04.2010
  • Formulated operating procedures necessary to support logistical operations and their requirements of supported units and activities
  • Made several recommendations to higher subordinates, and any relevant command staff on proper installation logistics, transportation, and supply readiness status of the unit in support of mission accomplishment
  • Utilized qualitative and quantitative analyses daily to ensure compliance with agency and departmental missions
  • Responsible for supervising and performing unit maintenance and recovery of all self-propelled field artillery cannon weapon systems, and chemical protection subsystems thereof
  • Supervised all lower grade soldiers and provided technical guidance to them to accomplish their duties

Education

Diplopma -

Owings Mill High School
Owings Mills, MD
01.2001

Skills

  • Detailed Oriented
  • Problem Solving
  • Effective Team Leader
  • Strong Verbal Communicator
  • Customer Service
  • Quick Learner
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Sound Judgement

Conflict Resolution

Accomplishments

  • Basic Combat Training, Department of the Army
  • Ordnance Mechanical Maintenance school, Department of the Army
  • Track Recovery Vehicle Specialist, Department of the Army
  • Army NCO Academy, Department of the Army
  • Petroleum Supply Specialist, Department of the Army
  • Chemical Specialist Refresher, Department of the Army
  • Structured Self Development Course, Department of the Army

Additional Information

Classified - Confidential

Awards

  • Afghanistan Campaign Medal (w/campaign star)
  • Army Commendation Medal
  • Army Achievement Medal (3rd award)
  • Meritorious Unit Commendation
  • Army Good Conduct Medal (4th award)
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal

Timeline

Cashier

Liquor Locker
04.2024 - Current

PLATOON SERGEANT

United States Army
07.2012 - 02.2015

SECTION CHIEF

US Army
04.2010 - 07.2012

SECTION CHIEF

US Army
11.2006 - 04.2010

Diplopma -

Owings Mill High School
BL BJ Lucas