Detail-oriented Inventory Control Specialist with expertise in streamlining supply processes and managing inventory accuracy. Proficient in vendor negotiation and cost-benefit evaluations, ensuring optimal resource allocation. Committed to maintaining high standards through effective teamwork and communication.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Control Specialist
Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Electric
Denver, CO
02.2022 - Current
Generated daily replenishment reports from Service Titan database for inventory management.
Sorted reports and issued parts to technicians based on orders.
Ordered supplies to ensure technicians had necessary items available for service calls.
Processed returns of unused parts from technicians to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Conducted monthly equipment inventory, ensuring consignment items met 100% requirements.
Updated price book items in Service Titan, verifying accuracy of part numbers and descriptions.
Researched multiple suppliers to identify necessary items.
Evaluated supplier offerings for optimal cost-benefit ratio.
Accounting Assistant
Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Electric
Thornton, CO
07.2019 - 02.2022
Utilized QuickBooks software for financial management and reporting.
Reviewed invoices to correct discrepancies, ensuring accurate financial records.
Collected payments and processed refunds for customers efficiently.
Enhanced spreadsheets for departmental and organizational use, improving data accessibility.
Compiled reports and entered data across multiple spreadsheets for calculating technician bonuses.
Generated reports and distributed them via email to all company employees.
Navigated Service Titan and Success Ware software proficiently for operational tasks.
Developed standard operating procedures for accounting and warehouse functions.
Electrical Apprentice / Warehouse Parts Runner
Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Electric
Thornton, CO
01.2019 - 07.2019
Assisted in installation of electrical systems and components in residential settings.
Conducted routine maintenance on electrical equipment following safety protocols.
Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical issues effectively.
Wind Technician II
NextEra Energy
Peetz, CO
11.2016 - 11.2018
Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on wind turbine power generation equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Executed troubleshooting of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems to quickly identify and resolve issues, minimizing downtime.
Replaced mechanical and electrical components after diagnosing root causes of problems.
Applied technical knowledge to understand process functions and enhance performance.
Maintained company-supplied equipment, facilities, and tooling to support operational efficiency and readiness.
Managed training schedules and completed all requirements within established time frames.
Tower Climber / Pile Driver / Crane Tech
Blattner Energy
Groom, TX
04.2016 - 11.2016
Coordinated tear downs, moves, and builds of Manitowoc models 999, 16000, and Demag 2500 to support project timelines.
Executed repairs identified during final inspections of wind turbines to ensure operational readiness.
Conducted final inspections of wind turbines with manufacturer and owner representatives.
Routed and torqued ground cables to establish secure tower grounding and enhance safety.
Caulked around tower bases both inside and outside for weatherproofing.
Fastened safety cable to climbing ladder to ensure secure access. safety cable for climbing ladder, cutting it to appropriate length.
Shrink-wrapped electrical cable connections to enhance protection.
Performed cleaning of work areas to maintain safety and organization. and touch-up painted interior and exterior of towers.
Career Counselor / Retention Specialist
Colorado Army National Guard
Denver, CO
10.2007 - 08.2010
Conducted one-on-one counseling sessions to assess individual goals.
Developed tailored career plans based on personal skills and interests.
Guided soldiers in career development and job search strategies.
Collaborated with military leadership to align career services with unit needs.
Recruiting and Retention Specialist
Colorado Army National Guard
Thornton, CO
08.2005 - 10.2007
Prospected applicants for National Guard through calls, emails, and in-person meetings.
Conducted market analysis to develop marketing strategies targeting prospective applicants.
Screened applicants to verify qualifications for National Guard membership.
Accurately completed application and employment paperwork to ensure compliance and streamline recruitment.
Developed spreadsheets and procedures to enhance efficiency and standardization in recruitment operations. spreadsheets, checklists, and standard operating procedures for recruiters across Colorado.
Ran comprehensive background checks on applicants at local and state levels.
Collected fingerprints for national background checks while supervising new recruits.
Collected detailed information from various sources for enlistment purposes. and processed information for enlistment and re-enlistment purposes.
Communications Team Chief
Colorado Army National Guard
Denver, CO
07.2001 - 08.2005
Managed inventory of over $1,000,000 in equipment using army property book system to ensure accountability and readiness.
Conducted thorough inventories after each field exercise to confirm equipment accountability.
Implemented inventories for change of commands at platoon and company levels.
Applied statements of charges for missing equipment to uphold fiscal responsibility and maintain operational integrity.
Installed, operated, and maintained line-of-sight communications equipment including antennas and cables.
Ensured prompt restoration of communication links, maintaining high-quality standards.
Troubleshot equipment issues related to cables and wires to minimize downtime.
Supervised soldiers in equipment operations, developing shift schedules to optimize team efficiency and resource allocation.
Cell Technician
Cricket Wireless
Denver, CO
03.2001 - 04.2002
Diagnosed and repaired hardware issues in cell phones with high efficiency.
Operated and maintained cell phone testing equipment, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, minimizing lead times.
Managed inventory of parts and tools, facilitating efficient repair operations.
Communications Team Chief
U.S. Army
08.1989 - 03.2001
Led training programs for soldiers in combat readiness and tactical operations.
Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with military regulations and protocols.
Developed strategic plans to enhance operational efficiency within the team.
Facilitated communication between units to streamline mission objectives and execution.
Mentored junior soldiers, fostering leadership skills and personal development.
Analyzed operational processes, recommending improvements for enhanced performance and effectiveness.
Conducted regular meetings with the team to discuss progress and obstacles encountered in completing projects.
Implemented safety protocols during training exercises to minimize risks and hazards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Kaplan University
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
04-2014
Senior Leader Course - Military Leadership
Army National Guard
Camp Robinson, Arkansas
06-2012
Recruiting & Retention NCO Conversion Course - Military Recruiting and Retention
Army National Guard
Camp Robinson, Arkansas
12-2010
Battalion Career Counselor Course - Military Career Counseling and Soldier Retention
Army National Guard
Camp Robinson, Arkansas
07-2008
Recruiting & Retention NCO Course - Military Recruiting and Retention
Army National Guard
Camp Robinson, Arkansas
09-2005
Advanced Leadership Course - Military Leadership
U.S. Army
Fort Carson, Colorado
03-2004
Primary Leadership Development Course - Military Leadership
U.S. Army
Fort Carson, Colorado
11-1992
Advanced Individual Training - Radio Transmission Systems Operator / Maintainer
U.S. Army
Fort Gordon, Georgia
03-1990
Skills
Supply chain management
Inventory optimization
Replenishment planning
Parts ordering
Vendor negotiation
Order processing
Invoice reconciliation
Data analysis and evaluation
Financial analysis
Supplier evaluation
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Affiliations
American Legion
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Phi Theta Kappa Honors Fraternity
Summary Of Qualifications
Inventory Control Specialist, Pull daily replenishment report from Service Titan Database and export it into Excel. Sort the report and issue parts to each technician who ordered them., Order supplies to replace those items that were used by technicians. Orders are done through Service Titan or the distributor’s web site., Issue parts to technicians who requisition them through orders, emails or part request lists., Accept parts for turn-in when they were not used by the technicians., Conduct inventory of equipment on a monthly basis. Ensure the consignment items are at 100%., Add and update price book items in Service Titan. Ensure the item cost, part numbers and descriptions are correctly input in the system., Search multiple suppliers for needed items., Evaluate supplier’s items for the greatest cost benefit for our company., Organize shelves to ensure that finding parts is an easy and streamlined process., Conducted safety training for new employees.
Accounting Assistant, Review invoices and make the necessary corrections., Collect payments and issue refunds to customers., Create and improve spreadsheets for the department and company., Pull reports and enter data on numerous spreadsheets to calculate technician bonuses and company financials., Run reports and email them to the entire company., Proficient in navigating and working in Service Titan., Proficient in navigating and working in Success Ware., Proficient in using Quick Books software., Created Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for multiple tasks in the accounting and warehouse departments., Pull data and input on spreadsheet for technician evaluations., Instructed new technicians on financing for customers., Answered customers questions via phone and email.
Army National Guard Recruiter, Excellent verbal and written communication skills., Excellent teamwork skills., Decision making and problem-solving skills., Planning skills and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines., Gathered / processed information for enlistment and re-enlistment purposes., Prospected for applicants to join the National Guard using phone calls, email, and face to face methods., Conducted market analysis and created ways to market the National Guard to prospective applicants., Screened applicants to ensure they are qualified to join the National Guard., Conducted sales appointments with prospects., Completed application paperwork and employment paperwork., Created spreadsheets, checklists, and a Standard Operating Procedures for recruiters throughout Colorado., Ran background checks on applicants at the local, county and state levels., Collected and ran fingerprints for a national background check., Supervised and trained new recruits until they ship to Basic Combat Training.
Army National Guard Retention Specialist and Career Coach, Created a team of Retention Specialists and successfully improved the Retention numbers for the Colorado Army National Guard., Served as the supervisor of the Retention Team., Briefed Soldiers on the benefits of staying in the National Guard., Briefed the Brigade Commander every month on Retention numbers and plans for improvement., Created reports for the Brigade Commander to show improvement in all aspects of Retaining Soldiers., Conducted classes on how to Retain Soldiers in the National Guard., Received equipment through Army Unit Level Supply issue., Maintained all issued equipment and turned it all in at the conclusion of my service.
Wind Technician, Performs regular preventative maintenance and repair on wind turbine power generation equipment., Complete electrical, electronic, and mechanical troubleshooting., Replace mechanical and electrical components after troubleshooting to find the root cause of an issue., Maintain all company supplied equipment, facilities, and tooling., Apply understanding of the technical and process functions., Manage own training schedules and meets all training requirements within designated time frames.
Tower Climber, Conducted final inspection of fully constructed wind turbines with manufacturer representative (GE) and a representative for the owner of the wind turbines (NextEra)., Conducted any needed repairs found during the final inspection of the wind turbine., Routed ground cables and insured that the tower was properly grounded., Cleaned, touch up painted the inside and outside of the tower., Caulked around the base of the tower, both inside and outside., Secured the safety cable for the climbing ladder and cut to the proper length., Shrink wrapped electrical cable connections., Conducted multiple tear downs, moves, and builds of Manitowoc model 999 & 16,000 as well as the Demag 2,500., Rigged crane components for removal and reassembly., Operated CAT Telehandler forklift and the CAT Skid Steer., Rigged and drove pilings for a solar farm using the Vermeer PD 10 Pile Driver., Operated Telehandler forklift.
U.S. Army / Colorado Army National Guard Communications Team Chief, MOS 25Q (Previously 31D & 31R)., Signed for over $1,000,000 worth of equipment through the Army Property Book system., Conducted inventories after every field exercise to ensure all equipment was accounted for., Conducted inventories for change of commands at the Platoon and Company levels., Utilized a Statement of Charges when equipment was missing., Installed, operated, and maintained line of sight communications equipment to include antennas, cables, phones, and wires., Ensured communications links were up and of excellent quality in a timely manner., Troubleshot equipment, cables, and wires when the communications link went down or was not of excellent quality., Supervised Soldiers who also worked on the equipment., Created shift schedules for subordinates., Combat deployments in 1996 to Bosnia (Operation Joint Endeavour) and 2004 to Kuwait (Operation Iraqi Freedom).
Timeline
Inventory Control Specialist
Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Electric
02.2022 - Current
Accounting Assistant
Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Electric
07.2019 - 02.2022
Electrical Apprentice / Warehouse Parts Runner
Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Electric
01.2019 - 07.2019
Wind Technician II
NextEra Energy
11.2016 - 11.2018
Tower Climber / Pile Driver / Crane Tech
Blattner Energy
04.2016 - 11.2016
Career Counselor / Retention Specialist
Colorado Army National Guard
10.2007 - 08.2010
Recruiting and Retention Specialist
Colorado Army National Guard
08.2005 - 10.2007
Communications Team Chief
Colorado Army National Guard
07.2001 - 08.2005
Cell Technician
Cricket Wireless
03.2001 - 04.2002
Communications Team Chief
U.S. Army
08.1989 - 03.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Kaplan University
Senior Leader Course - Military Leadership
Army National Guard
Recruiting & Retention NCO Conversion Course - Military Recruiting and Retention
Army National Guard
Battalion Career Counselor Course - Military Career Counseling and Soldier Retention
Army National Guard
Recruiting & Retention NCO Course - Military Recruiting and Retention
Army National Guard
Advanced Leadership Course - Military Leadership
U.S. Army
Primary Leadership Development Course - Military Leadership
U.S. Army
Advanced Individual Training - Radio Transmission Systems Operator / Maintainer