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Coulton Messick

Coulton Messick

Student
Conway,SC

Summary

Upcoming graduate that is driven, hardworking, and technology savvy, seeking a career-focused job of an entry-level geospatial, geotechnical, or related position. Currently looking to launch a career while achieving company goals and obtain real-world experience.

Pursuing a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing data analysis, task management, problem-solving, interpersonal, team-work, and organizational skills. Willing to learn anything new, versatile, and enjoy working with people.

Work History

Rock Climbing Instructor

Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC
09.2019 - Current
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently of checking ropes, auto-belay pressure, and belay equipment to ensure safety.
  • Met needs of different students by adapting instructing methods to increase participation and help students establish goals.
  • Observed students to assess abilities, interests, and learning objectives for personalized assistance to assist in reaching climbing goals.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work early to be setup and ready to start once opened.
  • Assisted in organizing activities to promote learning and increase student enjoyment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment

Trip Leader

Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC
08.2019 - Current
  • Guided groups of up to 15 people on tours of kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, and mountain biking.
  • Developed tour scheduling for efficiency and enhance guest experiences.
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.

Bike Technician

Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC
11.2018 - Current
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
  • Provided recommendations to clients in alignment with needs, preferences, and budgets.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Serviced, maintained, and repaired bicycles with focus on efficiency, quality, and safety.
  • Installed, repaired, and replaced equipment or accessories such as handlebars, pedals, chains, seats, derailleurs, and bearings.
  • Aligned wheels and installed brakes along with rebuilding of rear hubs for single-speed bike breaks.
  • Performed new bike assemblies and preformed bike tune-ups involving cleaning and lubrication of bicycle parts.

Jetski Guide

Island Adventure Watersports
Socastee , SC
06.2017 - Current
  • Leading tours of 8 or fewer jetskis through small rivers and tributaries ensuring well-being of customers.
  • Adaptability to different conditions with quick decision-making skills.
  • Presented 5 minute thorough speech before each group discussing jetskis functionality, tour structure, answered questions, and gave pointers to ensure comprehension.
  • Provided information on various locations throughout Myrtle Beach area, relaying historical and little-known stories to provide interest.
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote efficiency, teamwork, and safety.
  • Trained apprentice guides by educating on information to present tourists and customers.
  • Worked closely with management staff of Island Adventure to create lucrative tours, enhance customer satisfaction, and promote team-work with other guides.
  • Punctual and carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Construction Laborer

SKS Construction
Fredericksburg, VA
05.2016 - 06.2018
  • Operated equipment such as skid-steer, roller, and excavator.
  • Maintained tasks at 2 or more sites to search and locate underground wires/pipe, place silt fence, place riprap, and assist in excavation/pipe laying.
  • Provided maintenance on machinery when needed.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Threw away waste and trash from job sites to keep job sites clean and organized.
  • Observed and preformed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents with safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent risk.
  • Directed traffic away on main roads as well as shipments coming into job sites.
  • Reliable, adaptable, and time efficient.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marine Science

Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC
08.2016 - 12.2021

Minor - GIS

Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC
08.2019 - 12.2021

High School Diploma -

Riverbend High School
Fredericksburg, VA
08.2012 - 06.2016

Skills

    Self-Motivated

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Software

ESRI ArcGIS software

ESA SNAP

SonarWiz

MATLAB

Microsoft products

Unity game development platform

AutoCAD

Certification

Python for Everyone certificate

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Interests and Hobbies

I enjoy the outdoors, rock climbing, surfing, camping, and cars in my free time. I thrive on learning new things and mastering them to the best of my ability; from building and troubleshooting PCs, learning computer programs, patching fiberglass on surfboards, to replacing car parts. Previously had CWI (Climbing Wall Instructor), WFA (Wilderness First Aid), and CPR/AED certifications.

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