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Work History
Education
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Drew Verway

Peru,IL

Summary

Results-driven Fire Direction Control Specialist and Cemetery Lawn Worker with demonstrated expertise in leadership and strategic problem-solving. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency in high-pressure environments at the Army, leveraging strong time management skills. Experienced in airborne operations and effective teamwork, consistently meeting challenging deadlines while achieving organizational objectives.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cemetery Lawn Worker

City Of Peru, Nebraska
Peru, IL
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • Planted seeds, bulbs and shrubs and applied mulch to protect against weeds.
  • Provided assistance in opening new plots for burials.
  • Built or maintained greenhouses, fences or benches,
  • Assisted with the installation of monuments or grave markers when necessary.
  • Operated lawnmowers and other power equipment to maintain cemetery grounds.
  • Maintained cemetery grounds, including mowing and trimming grass, pruning trees and shrubs, raking leaves, removing debris, and planting flowers.
  • Ensured cleanliness of all gravesites by removing weeds, stones, sticks, trash.
  • Prepared soil for burial sites by tilling and leveling ground using hand tools or motorized equipment.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Fire Direction Control Specialist

Army
Grafenwohr, Bayern
07.2020 - 07.2024
  • Inspected vehicles and equipment and completed basic repairs.
  • Supervised subordinate personnel engaged in setting up communications networks within a given area.
  • Directed field artillery fire in support of combat operations.
  • Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
  • Trained new hires about day-to-day operations, company standards and regulatory compliance.
  • Performed maintenance and repairs on communications systems and equipment as needed.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lasalle Peru
Peru, IL
05-2020

Skills

  • Airborne operations
  • Leadership
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Self-awareness
  • Teamwork

Certification

  • Airborne School
  • Artillery School

Accomplishments

AAM (Army Achievement Medal) for exceeding required tasks and expectations

AAM for the 1,000 lb club

Affiliations

  • Competed in a combatives tournament in Italy
  • 40 Mile Ranger Challenge in Italy (run 40 miles) - 10 hr 15 min
  • Small buisness ower - Working on my own clothing brand

Timeline

Cemetery Lawn Worker

City Of Peru, Nebraska
08.2024 - 11.2024

Fire Direction Control Specialist

Army
07.2020 - 07.2024

High School Diploma -

Lasalle Peru
Drew Verway