Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
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Derek Davis
Dallas,GA
Summary
Overview
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
The Home Depot Inc
Flooring Specialist
09 2023 - Current
Job overview
- Responsibilities include assisting customers with flooring product selection, providing expert advice on various types of flooring materials (hardwood, laminate, tile, carpet, etc.), and ensuring customers find the best solutions for their needs.
- Tasks also involve maintaining the flooring department's inventory, creating visually appealing displays, coordinating with installers, and handling special orders.
- Provide top-notch customer service, addressing questions and concerns promptly, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Additionally, collaborate with the flooring department team to achieve sales targets and maintain a well-organized and efficient department."
Humble Beginning Woodworks Studio & Design Center
Owner & Lead Designer
11 2019 - Current
Job overview
- Responsibilities include client consultations, project planning, design and creation of custom furniture and cabinetry, quality control.
- Expertise in using a variety of woodworking tools and techniques to create unique, high-quality pieces that meet client expectations.
- Additionally, handle business operations such as budgeting, marketing, and customer relations..
Georgia Power
Operations Team Leader
05.2012 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards and maintain proper function of safety equipment.
- Trained new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
- Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
- Maintained team compliance with company standards, safety practices and regulatory and environmental requirements.
Georgia Power
Instrument and Control Supervisor
05.2008 - 05.2012
Job overview
- Conducted RCA investigations to determine causes of trips and similar events and developed measures to avoid recurrence.
- Read, interpreted and directed others with regard to electrical and instrumentation plans, specifications, blueprints and schematics.
- Developed unique daily safety meetings for member crew, resulting in a safety culture that was "Employee Owned''.
- Utilized Data Acquisition Software to provide reports to management regarding problems associated with plant and system controls.
Georgia Power
Instrumentation and Control Technician
05.2001 - 05.2008
Job overview
- Identified issues by testing and troubleshooting instruments, components and assemblies using voltmeters, circuit testers and oscilloscopes.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Trained new system users and employees in classroom type sessions to promote useful system knowledge and operations expertise.
- Reviewed existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions or amendments to outdated material.
Education
Georgia Piedmont Technical CollegeClarkston, GA
Associate of Applied Science from Electronics Technology
12.2003
University Overview
Skills
- Instrumentation troubleshooting
- Field instrumentation
- Retail sales
- Equipment operation proficiency
- Customer service
- Scheduling and planning
Timeline
Operations Team Leader
Georgia Power
05.2012 - 08.2019
Instrument and Control Supervisor
Georgia Power
05.2008 - 05.2012
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Georgia Power
05.2001 - 05.2008
Flooring Specialist
The Home Depot Inc
09 2023 - Current
Owner & Lead Designer
Humble Beginning Woodworks Studio & Design Center
11 2019 - Current
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Associate of Applied Science from Electronics Technology
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