Carl Ames
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Ammo Section Chief
Virginia Army National Guard
Norfolk, Virginia
05.2005 - Current
- Trained [Number] personnel on [Branch] procedures and safety.
- Inventoried gear and supervised general use.
- Budgeted funds for training on regular basis.
- Conducted performance reviews to identify employee strengths and encourage professional development opportunities.
- Supervised, encouraged and evaluated cross-functional teams by coaching and empowering team members to meet production goals.
- Oversaw projects, equipment and manpower needs to properly allocate resources and training.
Cannon Crew Member
United States Army National Guard
IRAQ
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition equipment and processes.
- Deployed and maintained rifles, machine guns, grenades and rocket launchers in offensive and defensive operations.
- Maintained complete accountability during redeployment of sensitive communication equipment.
- Operated self-propelled howitzers and ammunition trucks safely.
- Communicated over wire and radio and identified strategic target locations.
- Directed supporting fire to suppress enemy fire and allowed troops to maneuver in area.
Service Truck Operator
AAA Of Tidewater Virginia
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2014 - 11.2021
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
Cannon Crew Member
US Army
Kuwait
06.2007 - 06.2008
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition equipment and processes.
- Deployed and maintained rifles, machine guns, grenades and rocket launchers in offensive and defensive operations.
- Maintained complete accountability during redeployment of sensitive communication equipment.
- Operated self-propelled howitzers and ammunition trucks safely.
- Communicated over wire and radio and identified strategic target locations.
- Directed supporting fire to suppress enemy fire and allowed troops to maneuver in area.
Licensed Funeral Director
Monroe And Carl Funeral Home
Norfolk, VA
06.2002 - 06.2005
- Displayed highest level of professionalism and sensitivity when dealing with grieving family members.
- Communicated with insurance companies to secure death benefits for payment of services.
- Closed and secured caskets and led funeral corteges to churches and burial sites.
- Secured [Number] positive customer testimonials by delivering superb client service.
- Drafted and published [Number] obituaries per week on behalf of families served.
- Promoted funeral service merchandise such as caskets, urns, outer burial containers and flowers.
Funeral Director
Hale Funeral Home
Norfolk, VA
10.1984 - 05.2002
- Displayed highest level of professionalism and sensitivity when dealing with grieving family members.
- Arranged funeral/memorial services for grieving families to meet budget and memorialized instructions.
- Promoted funeral service merchandise such as caskets, urns, outer burial containers and flowers.
- Picked up deceased at private homes, hospitals and county morgues.
- Discussed pre-arranged funeral options and explained pricing to clients.
- Secured and filed burial permits and made funeral arrangements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School
Norfolk, VABuilding Construction Technology
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VAFuneral Service And Mortuary Science
Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service
Decatur, GANo Degree - Commercial Drivers License Class A
160 Driving Academy
Norfolk, VA06.2023
Skills
- Government Relations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Motivation
- [Type] Equipment Maintenance
- Department Oversight
- Leadership Development
- Automotive Servicing
- Ammunition Specialist
- Employee Development
- Employee Reviews
- Desktops, Laptops, and Mobile Devices
- Team Leadership
- Logistics
Reading, Chess, Restoring old cars, Military Science, and Fashion
In my free time I really enjoy these things and a few more ie family attending church and helping others. I love sports also and the great out doors.
Timeline
Cannon Crew Member
United States Army National Guard
12.2021 - 12.2022
Service Truck Operator
AAA Of Tidewater Virginia
01.2014 - 11.2021
Cannon Crew Member
US Army
06.2007 - 06.2008
Ammo Section Chief
Virginia Army National Guard
05.2005 - Current
Licensed Funeral Director
Monroe And Carl Funeral Home
06.2002 - 06.2005
Funeral Director
Hale Funeral Home
10.1984 - 05.2002
High School Diploma -
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School
Building Construction Technology
Norfolk State University
Funeral Service And Mortuary Science
Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service
No Degree - Commercial Drivers License Class A
160 Driving Academy