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Cody J. Hale

Salinas,CA

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented Crash Technician Team Lead with a proven track record of efficiently obtaining, analyzing, and documenting car crash data and scene information. Proficient in collecting and inputting this data into cases, ensuring completeness and precision in documentation. Possesses strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail, contributing to the recognition of excellence in data quality.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Team Lead Crash Technician

KLD Associates, Inc.
01.2023 - Current
  • Led and supervised a small team of 2, providing guidance, direction, and support to ensure the success of the primary sampling unit.
  • Delegate tasks effectively, manage workload distribution, and monitor team performance to ensure productivity and quality standards are met.
  • Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.
  • Responsible for ensuring the office inventory spreadsheet of government property is constantly updated.
  • Maintain cooperation with local police jurisdictions, tow yards, and salvage yards.

Crash Technician

KLD Associates, Inc.
08.2019 - 01.2023
    • Accomplished Crash Technician with expertise in conducting comprehensive analysis and reconstruction of vehicular accidents.
    • Proficient in utilizing specialized tools, software, and knowledge of physics to meticulously reconstruct vehicular accidents accurately.
    • Collects information on vehicle dynamics, speeds, trajectories, and other relevant parameters to support the reconstruction process.
    • Document accident scenes thoroughly through photography, sketches, and surveying to ensure that all evidence is captured accurately and comprehensively.
    • Accurately input and manage data related to vehicular accidents into computer systems and databases.

Key Holder/Shift Lead

Stater Bros
01.2006 - 08.2019
  • Ordering, shipping and receiving orders for several departments in the store
  • Use pallet jack to receive and organize incoming orders
  • Maintaining organization of grocery store to minimize loss and maximize sales opportunities
  • Managing strategic vendor relationships
  • Arranging departments in accordance to schematics systems
  • Processing routine paperwork

Social Media Coordinator

Self Employed
01.2013 - 07.2019
  • Design posts to sustain readers' curiosity and create buzz around new products
  • Helped a successful Southern California clothing brand expand nationwide
  • Create engaging text, image, and video content
  • Facilitate online conversations with customers and respond to queries
  • Develop an optimal posting schedule
  • Photograph special events for clients

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA

High School Diploma -

Rancho Alamitos High School
Garden Grove, CA
06.2006

Skills

    • Adaptability and flexibility
    • Attention to detail
    • Teamwork and collaboration
    • Time management and organization
    • Leadership skills
      • Exceptional communication skills
      • Knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel
      • Skilled in both Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom
      • 15 years of photography experience

Certification

  • Child Passenger Safety Technician, National Child Passenger Safety Certification - April 2022 - April 2024
  • CPR/AED & First Aid Certified, American Health Care Academy - January 2024 - January 2026
  • Workplace Bloodborne Pathogens Certified, ProBloodborne By ProTrainings - October 2023 - October 2024

Timeline

Team Lead Crash Technician

KLD Associates, Inc.
01.2023 - Current

Crash Technician

KLD Associates, Inc.
08.2019 - 01.2023

Social Media Coordinator

Self Employed
01.2013 - 07.2019

Key Holder/Shift Lead

Stater Bros
01.2006 - 08.2019

Some College (No Degree) -

Golden West College

High School Diploma -

Rancho Alamitos High School
Cody J. Hale