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Derrick Pope

Hickory,nC

Summary

I am detail - oriented I have been a maintenance supervisor for Waterford Place Apartments and Woodland Apartments in Hickory NC. I created cost cutting procedures for turning apartments to be released and have implemented tracking procedures for Maintenance equipment and inventory. My expertise is in streamlining company task and procedures.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Supervisor

Wooland Apartments
Taylorsville, NC
08.2009 - 06.2011

Tested machinery, equipment and parts to identify any defects.Disassembled broken and defective equipment to facilitate repair.Reassembled equipment after completed repairs.Cleaned and lubricated vehicles, machinery and equipment.Assembled and maintained physical structures using hand and power tools.Operated tools such as hoists and saws.Wired outlets, connected circuits and breakers and replaced fuses and fuse boxes.Used hand tools to replace defective equipment parts.Maintained up-to-date and accurate repair logs.Scheduled preventive maintenance for appliances, smoke detectors and filter changes.Ordered supplies, tools and equipment.Read manufacturer manuals, diagrams and specifications prior to repairing equipment.

Corrections Officer

Alexander Central Prison
Taylorsville, NC
10.2006 - 07.2009

Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain the safety and security of personnel and the general public.Conducted internal security checks and distributed meals.Continually monitored dormitories for inappropriate activity.Supervised the meal distribution and observed inmates during meals.Supervised inmates during meals, visits, recreation, telephone calls and shower time.Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.Maintained communications with all other areas of the facility at all times.Supervised the activities of adolescents in a residential setting.Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and used physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.Maintained correct physical head count at all times.Attended regular trainings and maintained appropriate certifications.

Installer

Dish Network
Gastonia, NC
11.2003 - 07.2006

Explained company offerings to promote products and services to clients.Supervised equipment returns, including obtaining all relevant data.Installed and removed satellite systems, including pulling wire, device termination and mounting back boxes.Installed satellite TV systems in residences and businesses.Documented and reported each installation in company log book.Carefully explained all aspects of running the cable system to customers.Examined systems to locate problems such as loose connections and broken insulation.Inspected installation sites to determine material requirements.Placed copper and fiber cables for voice and data indoors and outdoors.Maintained spare equipment and parts and managed inventory.Tracked data from completed tests, and developed solutions to any issues.Installed all types of peripherals, including video cards, SCSI adapters and storage devices.

United States Army Specialist

U.S. Army
Gastonia, NC
09.2002 - 08.2003

Defused hostile situations with superior negotiation techniques.Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units on Input of base visitors information.Effective decision-maker in high-pressure environments.

Maintenance Supervisor

Waterford Place Apartments
Hickory, NC
12.1999 - 07.2001

Managed team of 3 of professionals.Reduced and controlled expenses by cutting Sub labor cost and Maintenance material cost.Surpassed revenue goals in four consecutive quarters by cutting these cost.Served as mentor to junior team members.

Quality control Associate

Siecor
Taylorsville, NC
01.1993 - 09.1999

Inspected, tested and measured materials, products and installations to spec.Measured Fiber Optic Cable dimensions to ensure compliance with specifications.Maintained operations below a 0% error rate by ensuring strict compliance with established processes.Analyzed manufacturing data against functional design and expected quality results.Documented, filed and maintained proper inspection records and quality assurance documents..

Non-Commissioned Officer

United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville, NC
09.1988 - 09.1992

Defused hostile situations with superior negotiation techniques.Performed reconnaissance operations in Kuwait to seek out Republican Guard.Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units on NBC decontamination Procedures.Constructed field expedient firing aids for infantry weapons.Processed prisoners of war and captured documents.Received and implemented combat orders and directed deployment of personnel in offensive, defensive and retrograde operations.Determined elevation and grid azimuths with maps and map overlays.Effective decision-maker in high-pressure environments.Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition processes.Patrolled areas and allowed restricted area access for authorized personnel.Supervised operation and organizational maintenance of weapons systems and specialized equipment.Coordinated training schedules and filed crucial administrative paperwork.Completed multiple fire prevention safety training.Commanded more than 20 armed combat patrols on foot and in vehicles.Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades.Supervised location, construction and concealment of infantry positions and equipment.

Skills

  • Collective bargaining techniques
  • Analytical thinker
  • Creative problem solver
  • Effective team leader
  • Confidential Security Clearance
  • Mechanically-inclined
  • Certified Electrician
  • Proficient in electrical repair
  • MS Office proficient
  • Strong verbal communicator

Accomplishments

Awarded the Army Achievement Medal in 2003.Developed annual budgets, including determining short and long-term goals to support the overall profit and growth objectives.Trained and mentored 3 new employees each year.Decreased operating costs by 30% by implementing new cost control procedures.

Timeline

Maintenance Supervisor

Wooland Apartments
08.2009 - 06.2011

Corrections Officer

Alexander Central Prison
10.2006 - 07.2009

Installer

Dish Network
11.2003 - 07.2006

United States Army Specialist

U.S. Army
09.2002 - 08.2003

Maintenance Supervisor

Waterford Place Apartments
12.1999 - 07.2001

Quality control Associate

Siecor
01.1993 - 09.1999

Non-Commissioned Officer

United States Marine Corps
09.1988 - 09.1992
Derrick Pope