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Virginia State Commercial Driver's License
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Dennis Garner

Midlothian,Virginia

Summary

Versatile and strategic, I excelled at Dominion Energy by mastering heavy machinery operation and fostering effective team collaboration. Known for adaptability and critical thinking, I significantly enhance project efficiency. My background includes commendable achievements in safety and productivity, showcasing a blend of technical prowess and interpersonal skills. I am an enthusiastic and highly motivated professional, who believes integrity, continual development, effective communication, and introspection are the pillars of success.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Truck Auger Operator

Dominion Energy
01.2014 - Current
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
  • Monitor pressure gauges and adjusted throttles and levers to control the speed of rotary tables and regulate pressure of tools and bottoms of boreholes.
  • Calculate depth of drill to accurately determine depths of boreholes
  • Assisted lineworkers with daily duties including rigging materials and terminating underground transformers
  • Demonstrated knowledge of safe handling, proper application, and disposal of drilling fluids.
  • Performed periodic inspections of the auger rig and locations, identifying safety and efficiency issues and made timely recommendations to rectify any noted problems.
  • Maintains appropriate documentation in accordance with company policy
  • Communicated with supervisors regarding changes in operational conditions, severe weather, or other environmental factors that could impact safety.
  • Certified in First aide and CPR.
  • Virginia Department of Transportation Work Zone Safety Certified

Team Leader, Sales Operations

Wachovia Bank
01.2006 - 01.2014
  • Streamlined sales processes to improve efficiency and productivity within the team.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through proactive problem-solving and consistent followup.
  • Implemented data-driven forecasting methods, improving accuracy and informing strategic decision making.
  • Provided customer solutions to complex or escalated issues by delivering seamless delivery of service, sales and fulfillment support through phone, text and email in a fast paced contact center environment.
  • Utilized knowledge of products to deepen or retain relationships through extensive service and sales.
  • Directed customers to appropriate line of business departments for products outside of direct support.
  • Managed routine account-related transactions including opening new accounts, setting up accounts, processing maintenance requests, and completing wire transfers.
  • Excelled in cross-selling and up-selling financial products by referring customers to the appropriate line of business.

Battery Executive Officer

United States Army
01.1998 - 01.2006
  • Directed and coordinated artillery, naval gunfire, and mortar fires, and coordinated close air support as directed.
  • Assisted Infantry Company Fire Support Team Leader in prosecuting targets using artillery and other supporting arms.
  • Planned, coordinated, and supervised the efforts of collective trainers and Military Training Center personnel.
  • Possessed in-depth understanding of Army warfighting doctrine and remaining current in doctrinal changes to develop and conduct multi-echelon training exercises.
  • Assisted unit staff (XO, S2, S3, 54, FDO, FSO) in the development of Combat Action Tasks, training requirements and exercise tasks for development.
  • Supported detailed exercise development planning to include simulation requirements,
    Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) development and other exercise design products.
  • Increased levels of responsibility, ultimately achieving E-4 rank.
  • Served in a variety of leadership positions, to include Assistant Brigade Adjutant, Battery Executive Officer and Battalion Operations Officer.
  • Served as Platoon Leader in a Field Artillery Unit with numerous additional duties to include: Safety Manager, Movement Supervisor, and Arms Room Director.
  • Managed upwards of 30 soldiers and $20 million in equipment, ensuring readiness and accountability.
  • Served as Operations Officer and managed daily operations of the units and coordinated projects and taskings for the Battalion.
  • Officer in charge of Howitzer firing platoon.
  • Primarily responsible effective firing and operation of three M777A2 155mm Howitzers.

Awards and Honors:

  • Honorable Discharge
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Army Service Ribbon
  • Overseas Service Ribbon

Education

High School Diploma -

Manchester High School
Chesterfield, VA
06-1998

Skills

  • Precision in Work
  • Strategic Task Organization
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Proficient in Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Team Collaboration
  • Physical Load Handling
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Organized Multitasker
  • In-depth Documentation Skills
  • Effective communication

Virginia State Commercial Driver's License

Utilized daily within the role of Line Truck Auger Operator.

Timeline

Line Truck Auger Operator

Dominion Energy
01.2014 - Current

Team Leader, Sales Operations

Wachovia Bank
01.2006 - 01.2014

Battery Executive Officer

United States Army
01.1998 - 01.2006

High School Diploma -

Manchester High School
Dennis Garner