Christopher Vining
West Columbia
Summary
Dedicated and dependable employee seeking a position to establish a life long career. Willing and eager to learn new tasks quickly and proficiently. At all times, represent establishment with a friendly and professional demeanor.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Military Recruiter
National Gaurd
04.2021 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
- Built and maintained relationships with community organizations, schools, and local leaders to expand recruiting pipelines.
- Met or exceeded monthly and quarterly recruitment quotas through strategic planning and execution.
- Trained, mentored and developed junior team members to improve performance and retention.
Park Ranger
City Of Columbia Parks And Recreation
11.2016 - 01.2021
- Monitored park activities to ensure visitor safety and adherence to regulations.
- Conducted wildlife observation and habitat restoration initiatives to promote ecological balance.
- Operated heavy machinery.
- Maintained over six public parks to ensure safety, functionality, and aesthetic standards.
- Collaborated with local agencies on environmental projects, improving community engagement and support.
Service Technician
Eagle Aviation Services
02.2013 - 11.2016
- Implement airfield safety procedures to ensure a safe operating environment for personnel and aircraft operation.
- Coordinate communications between air traffic control and maintenance personnel.
- Coordinate with agencies such as air traffic control, civil engineers, and command posts to ensure support of airfield management activities.
- Monitor the arrival, parking, refueling, loading, and departure of all aircraft.
- Provide aircrews with information and services needed for airfield management and flight planning.
- Replace or repair worn, defective, or damaged components, using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
- Obtain fuel and oil samples and check them for contamination.
- Clean, refuel, and change oil in line service aircraft.
- Remove aircraft from ramps and store in aircraft hangers.
Military Police Officer
National Gaurd
01.2009 - 04.2021
- Enforced laws and regulations, ensuring safety within military installations.
- Conducted investigations of incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement for coordinated security efforts and incident response.
- Trained junior personnel in procedures, protocols, and emergency response techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Government
Ashford University
San Diego, CA09.2016
High School Diploma - Criminal Justice
White Knoll High School
Lexington, SC06.2009
Skills
- Building and Construction
- Computers and Electronics
- Critical Thinking
- Team Instructor
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Operation Monitoring of Gages
- Judgment and Decision Making
Accomplishments
- Expert Badge Recruiter
- Combat Life Saver
- Awards for meeting annual missions
Timeline
Military Recruiter
National Gaurd
04.2021 - Current
Park Ranger
City Of Columbia Parks And Recreation
11.2016 - 01.2021
Service Technician
Eagle Aviation Services
02.2013 - 11.2016
Military Police Officer
National Gaurd
01.2009 - 04.2021
High School Diploma - Criminal Justice
White Knoll High School
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Government
Ashford University