Joseph Eason
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Decorated military service member transitioning to civilian workforce. Highly motivated to leverage 8 years of experience and achievements in operations and personnel management. Expertise in improving efficiency, resolving problems, and providing exceptional leadership. Quick learner with the desire to grow skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
13J: Fire Control Sergeant
Army National Guard
05.2018 - Current
- Directly supervised 8 personnel while deployed overseas
- Inventoried & maintained over $1 million worth of equipment, including, but not limited to, vehicles and weapons
- Maintained situational awareness during high-stress situations, enabling rapid decision-making under pressure.
- Set up antennas and power generators to support communications.
Security Guard
TPC Printing & Packaging
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Enhanced overall security by conducting thorough patrols and monitoring premises.
- Developed protocols for Sensitive Intellectual Property management and waste destruction
- Managed and supervised new security personnel
- Prevented unauthorized access to sensitive areas by verifying credentials and enforcing strict entrance policies.
- Conducted detailed incident reports after each shift, contributing valuable insights for management review and analysis.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Construction Crew Member
ML Construction
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Maintained facility equipment, grounds, roads, & fences
- Managed pre-inspections, scheduling, & equipment management
- Operated heavy machinery
- Increased client satisfaction through open communication channels, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Reviewed engineering documentation to determine order of construction operations
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
Fire Control SGT
US Army
06.2015 - 05.2018
- Logged and filed classified documents
- Collaborated with other military units to coordinate fire support during joint operations, resulting in mission success.
- Drafted training schedules and filed paperwork.
- Directly supervised 8+ personnel.
- Directed supporting fire to suppress enemy fire and allow troops to maneuver area.
- Effective decision-maker in high-pressure environments
- Ensured timely deployment of resources by maintaining accurate records of personnel, equipment, and vehicle availability.
AFATDS Specialist
US Army
02.2010 - 06.2015
- Updated hardware, software, and security protections with the latest standards.
- Corrected issues in a timely manner to maintain productivity goals
- Operated wide range of machines, including computers, printers and paper sorters
- Configured computers to network drivers and connected them to printers and other peripheral equipment.
- Wrote and updated online and hard copy training manuals on various software packages that were used within the company and at remote offices.
Crew Member
Joey Allen Construction
01.2008 - 02.2010
- Assisted management by maintaining records and files, preparing cost and inventory reports, and ordering supplies.
- Installed and repaired roofs, flashings, and surfaces.
- Troubleshooted electrical and mechanical defects for residential, commercial, and industrial sites.
- Painted walls, exteriors and interiors of buildings and furniture using brushes, rollers, and spray guns
- Worked overtime, including evenings and weekends, to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions.
- Performed heavy labor such as ditch digging, paving, and hauling.
Crew Member
Eason Landscaping
01.2004 - 12.2007
- Trimmed shrubbery and trees and ensured general garden maintenance.
- Maintained work sites and client property including weeding and hedge work.
- Assisted in scheduling weekly project deadlines and tasks.
- Operated and maintained basic landscaping equipment and vehicles.
Skills
- Operations management
- Results-oriented
- Quick learner
- Computer proficient
- Troubleshooting
- Good verbal/written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Firearms expertise
Awards
- 1 - Arcom-V
- 1 - Combat Action Badge W/Star
- 3 - Army Commendation Medals
- 2 - Army Good Conduct Medals
- 1 - National Defense Service Ribbon
- 1 - Afghanistan Campaign Medal
- 1 - Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
- 1 - Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- 1 - Army service Ribbon
- 3 - Overseas Ribbons
- 1 - Nato Medal
- 1 - Combat Action Badge
Military Experience
Deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom '11- '12
Deployed in support of Operation Spartan Shield ’16- ‘17
Deployed in support of Operation Spartan Shield ’21- ‘22
Timeline
Security Guard
TPC Printing & Packaging
04.2022 - 03.2024
Construction Crew Member
ML Construction
08.2018 - 11.2018
13J: Fire Control Sergeant
Army National Guard
05.2018 - Current
Fire Control SGT
US Army
06.2015 - 05.2018
AFATDS Specialist
US Army
02.2010 - 06.2015
Crew Member
Joey Allen Construction
01.2008 - 02.2010
Crew Member
Eason Landscaping
01.2004 - 12.2007