Thomas W. Peery
Chilhowie,VA
Summary
Quick-thinking individual skilled in assessing risks and making critical decisions under pressure. Trained in crisis management, defensive and offensive tactics and appropriate use of different techniques. Dedicated to minimizing risk factors and maximizing positive outcomes. Willing to take charge and lead when facing adversities. Willing to step back and follow when the situation arises. Dynamic leader with experience in tactical planning and leading teams through diverse operational situations. Skilled trainer and mentor to subordinate personnel to improve productivity and technical understanding while maximizing team performance. I want to bring my educational knowledge and physical experience to the workforce, because I know the values of the workforce and feel I meet those values.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laborer
All American Turf LLC
Chilhowie, VA
06.2024 - Current
- Take job offers, make job estimates, mow, weed eat, hedge trim, brush clearing, general landscaping, and mulching.
- Interacting with customers to maintain healthy relationships and address any further needs, as well as promote the company.
Part Time Employee
ROTC Student Employee - Institutional
Emory, VA
09.2023 - Current
- To assist subordinate cadets in subsequent training, the authorized driver for the University, to drive cadets to training sites, lead the physical fitness class, lead the study hall for cadets, and lead the tactics class.
Part Time Employee
Campus Police Student Employee - Institutional
Emory, VA
09.2023 - Current
- To assist Campus Security in office work, such as filing tickets, making keys and locks, and general patrolling.
- Interacted positively with members of the community while providing professional customer service.
- Performed building checks, escorts, lockouts, unlocks and other security services as needed.
Part time Employee
Chilhowie Fence Supply
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Sell farm and fencing merchandise, interact with farmers and contractors, helping select the correct type of supplies needed to finish projects
- Opening, closing, and stocking
- Handling cash, checks, inventory counts, deposits, and store appearance
GNC Part-Time Sales Associate
General Nutrition Center
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Sell merchandise, interact with customers, helping others with lifestyles and healthy workout options
- Opening, closing, stocking, and executing marketing plans
- Handling cash, inventory count, deposits, and maintaining store appearance
Interpreter
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
Hungry Mother State Park
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Research, develop, promote and present programs for a variety of age groups including guided hikes, canoe and kayak tours, wildlife programs, historical/cultural programs, campfires, children’s programs and other environmental education, recreation activities and outdoor skills
- Assist in staffing the camp store and the Visitor Center
Youth Conservation Corp Crewmember
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
Natural Bridge State Park
06.2017 - 07.2017
- YCC is a three week residential program based in a Virginia State Park
- Worked on various projects such as trail maintenance, construction of new park facilities, and park beautification
Education
2nd Lieutenant -
Army ROTC, Emory And Henry University
Emory, VA05.2025
Bachelors of Art - Religion
Emory And Henry University
Emory, VA05.2025
Minor in Military Science -
Emory And Henry University
Emory, VA05.2025
Advanced Studies diploma -
Chilhowie High School
Chilhowie, VA05.2020
Emergency Medical Technician -
Smyth Career And Technology Center
Marion, VA05.2020
Some College (No Degree) - RN Program
Virginia Highlands Community College
Abingdon, VASkills
- Leadership
- Tactical Knowledge
- Technical Knowledge
- Strategic planning
- Problem Solving
- Friendly
- Professional
- Event organization
- Multitasking
- CPR
- Time Management
- Critical Thinker
- Secret Clearance
- Customer Service
Certification
- Concealed Carry Weapons Permit, (03/22/2024)
- University Authorized Driving Course, (01/06/2022)
- Virginia Boating license, (10/03/2020)
- Basic Life Support, (08/21/19)
- Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100 (08/13/19)
- Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response (08/13/19)
- National Response Framework, An Introduction (08/15/19)
- An Introduction to the National Incident Management System (08/15/19)
- WMD/Terrorism Awareness for Emergency Responders (08/15/19)
- Microsoft Office Specialist - Office Word 2010, Office PowerPoint 2010 (05/01/18)
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Intermediate, 3 years of High School Spanish. (Chilhowie High School)
- Spanish, Intermediate, 1 year of College Spanish. (Emory & Henry University)
Timeline
Laborer
All American Turf LLC
06.2024 - Current
Part Time Employee
ROTC Student Employee - Institutional
09.2023 - Current
Part Time Employee
Campus Police Student Employee - Institutional
09.2023 - Current
Part time Employee
Chilhowie Fence Supply
01.2021 - 06.2024
GNC Part-Time Sales Associate
General Nutrition Center
05.2020 - 01.2021
Interpreter
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
06.2019 - 10.2019
Youth Conservation Corp Crewmember
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Concealed Carry Weapons Permit, (03/22/2024)
- University Authorized Driving Course, (01/06/2022)
- Virginia Boating license, (10/03/2020)
- Basic Life Support, (08/21/19)
- Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100 (08/13/19)
- Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response (08/13/19)
- National Response Framework, An Introduction (08/15/19)
- An Introduction to the National Incident Management System (08/15/19)
- WMD/Terrorism Awareness for Emergency Responders (08/15/19)
- Microsoft Office Specialist - Office Word 2010, Office PowerPoint 2010 (05/01/18)
2nd Lieutenant -
Army ROTC, Emory And Henry University
Bachelors of Art - Religion
Emory And Henry University
Minor in Military Science -
Emory And Henry University
Advanced Studies diploma -
Chilhowie High School
Emergency Medical Technician -
Smyth Career And Technology Center
Some College (No Degree) - RN Program
Virginia Highlands Community College
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