Derik Dean Lindgren
Fort Knox,KY
Summary
Talented Team Leader with solid teamwork and leadership experience with extensive knowledge in safety practices. Competent in aiding and assisting teams to complete work through effective materials handling, crew organization, and equipment operation. Knowledgeable in organizing supplies, operating equipment and helping skilled workers complete detailed oriented work.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Horizontal Construction Engineer Sergeant
United States Army Corps Of Engineers
08.2016 - 08.2023
- Served in Grafenwoehr, Germany as route clearance in the Second Cavalry Regiment. Fort Hood, Texas as a Sergeant in the Construction/Sapper Company. Fort Knox, Kentucky as a Construction Sergeant in the 20th Engineer Brigade.
- Prospered in filling a position above my rank in leading a squad of twelve soldiers in construction projects and combat training.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Implemented project planning by assigning crews required materials, and staff throughout the lifecycles of projects.
- Drove bulldozers, road graders and other heavy equipment to level earth.
- Operated tractor-trailer to transport heavy construction equipment.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
Maintenance worker
Walmart
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Maintained a clean and welcoming establishment for customers visiting our store
- Provided lower level maintenance around the store fixing containers, shelves, and displays
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
Vault Supervisor
Garda Cash Logistics
09.2013 - 05.2015
- Guarded valuables and money bags during transfer and receipt to guarantee safe delivery.
- Supervised unloading and loading of valuables, cash and important artifacts to verify proper delivery of requested items.
- Received and issued receipts from customers to verify successful transfer of valuables.
Security Guard
Taylor’s Bar and Grill
08.2012 - 09.2013
- Safely handled customer disputes and worked with local law enforcement with any incidents that happened inside our establishment.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lane Community College
Eugene, OR05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources Management
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR05.2026
Skills
- Project Support, Planning and Scheduling
- Soil and Job Site Preparation
- Measurement and Calculation Accuracy
- Hazardous Chemical Handling
- Materials Estimations
- Safety Behaviors Expertise
- Microsoft Office
- Conflict Management
- Cultural Awareness
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- Basic Leadership Course - July 2020
- Construction manager in training program , Construction Manager Institute - March 2023
- Combat Life Savers Course- November 2022
- Department of the Army Retention Certification-2022
- Technical Transportation of Hazardous Materials Certificate -2021
Accomplishments
- ARMY Commendation Medal
For exceptional meritorious service in creating and training an organization on a new standard operating procedure for obstacle breaching.
- ARMY Achievement Medal
Providing outstanding duty performance for working as a subject matter expert advising outside leadership during a training event.
- ARMY Good Conduct Medal
Six years of service with no negative remarks, reviews, or disciplinary actions.
- ARMY Certificate of Achievement (x3)
Going above the standard in participation during training events.
Timeline
Horizontal Construction Engineer Sergeant
United States Army Corps Of Engineers
08.2016 - 08.2023
Maintenance worker
Walmart
07.2015 - 08.2016
Vault Supervisor
Garda Cash Logistics
09.2013 - 05.2015
Security Guard
Taylor’s Bar and Grill
08.2012 - 09.2013
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lane Community College
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources Management
Oregon State University
- Basic Leadership Course - July 2020
- Construction manager in training program , Construction Manager Institute - March 2023
- Combat Life Savers Course- November 2022
- Department of the Army Retention Certification-2022
- Technical Transportation of Hazardous Materials Certificate -2021
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