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Fred Puckhaber III

Ladson,South Carolina

Summary

Police Supervisor with 35 years in law enforcement, who has managed field operations, undercover operations, criminal investigations, crimes scene investigations, evidence collection and preservation, special events coordination, asset seizure. Conducted traffic management studies, Basic Law Enforcement, Firearms and Emergency Vehicle Operation training.

Overview

50
50
years of professional experience

Work History

Driver Lead/Trainer

Enterprise Mobility
12.2021 - 08.2024
  • Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.

Range Safety Officer

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
04.2017 - 03.2021
  • Led daily safety meetings and maintaining a continuous watch on the range and users.
  • Efficiently managed daily range operations including safety protocol, supplies procurement, inventory monitoring.
  • Cleared casings and led frequently and oversaw the full daily cleaning process.
  • Effective decision-maker in high-pressure environments.
  • Maintain and repair range equipment.

Driver

Rail Crew Express
08.2016 - 02.2017
  • Perform complete pre-trip and post-trip inspection of assigned vehicle. Maintain proper contact with dispatchers and closers as required. Keep adequate records and logs as required and remits in a timely manner. Safely transport rail crews to desired destination(s). Assist rail crews with the performance of their duties as required. Train new hires in the completion of pre-trip and post-trip documentation. Orientate new hires to rail crossings and rail meeting locations.
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.

Mercedes Benz/Ranstad Shuttle Driver

The CSI Companies
07.2016 - 08.2016
  • Responsible for following employees as they move vehicles from location to location.
  • Drive and relocate vehicles as needed
  • By use of RF scanners, enter vehicle and location data into the IVIS inventory management system
  • Inspect vehicles delivered at SCPA for damage and insure that all necessary onboard equipment is present
  • Verify vehicle identification numbers(VIN) and place proper documentation on/in the corresponding vehicle
  • By using bill of lading. locate and deliver requested vehicles to truck haulers

Upscale Security Officer

G4S Secure Solutions USA
10.2015 - 06.2016

Patrolled the facility and served as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and rule infractions.

Patrolled industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows and gates.Inspected parking lot to verify that vehicles were properly parked and displayed parking permits.

Greet tenants and visitors in a professional and friendly manner. Have visitors sign in on the guest register and direct them to their desired destination. Monitor video security monitors. Monitor and reset fire alarm panel and reset when appropriate.

Associate

Garden Ridge/ At Home
04.2014 - 04.2014

Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for the entire store.Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the company brand.Collaborated with customer service team members to give exceptional service throughout the entire shopping and purchasing experience.Kept the showroom clean and maintained neat, orderly product displays.Offered direction and gave constructive feedback to motivate team members.Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management.Processed shipments and maintained organized stock shelves.Unloaded trucks, stocked shelves and carried merchandise out on the floor for customers.Marked clearance products with updated price tags.Operated a cash register to process cash, check and credit card transactions.Displayed the appropriate signage for products and sales promotions.Arranged items in favorable positions and areas of the store for optimal sales.

Receiving/Unload Associate

Lowes
10.2013 - 01.2014
  • Unloaded, picked, staged and loaded products for shipping.Transported goods from racks, shelves and vehicles.Installed protective bracing, padding and strapping to prevent shifting and damage to items during transport.Worked at a rapid pace to meet tight deadlines.Operated powered lift trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts safely, with a 0% incident rate.Unloaded cargo from truck with hand trucks and pallet jacks.

Police Officer/Senior Sergeant

Town Of Mount Pleasant Police Department
01.1978 - 10.2013

CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATIONS SUPERVISOR: Identifies and collects evidence at crimes scenes. follows proper crime scene investigative procedures to protect and prevent compromise of evidence integrity. Perform latent search for finger prints and limited chemical analysis of evidence. Accepts, enters, logs, maintains and secures the integrity of items of evidence; maintains related records and enables access to evidence in accordance with departmental guidelines. Document scene through video and still photography. Handles narcotics and weapons destruction program. Conduct periodic auction and other disposition of unclaimed property. Distributes and balances workload among employees in accordance with established work flow and job specialization; assure timely completion of work; instructs employees in specific tasks or explains work methods to be employed . Checks work progress and reviews completed assignments to see that instructions have been carried out. Conducts employee review and evaluation. Provide for employee growth, training ,advancement and well being. Conduct payroll management of the unit.

CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS;NARCOTICS AND VICE INVETSIGATIONS SUPERVISOR: Coordinate investigations with military and federal law enforcement agencies. Conducted multi-jurisdictional investigations to identify and dismantle criminal organizations and operations. Analyzed data,reports and evidence in order to establish a plan of action. Researched and reviewed case files and gathered information. Verified and authenticated the validity and admissibility of evidence and preserve its integrity for court hearings. Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court proceedings.Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance on individuals being investigated.Analyzed and evaluated information to determine the appropriate course of criminal prosecution.Maintained organized records of all information and material pertinent to open investigations.Maintained a detailed case log of all cases assigned to monitor progress and completion.Collaborated with legal staff, the District Attorney Office and other law enforcement agencies.Assisted in the development of internal and external training presentations.Developed case plans and conducted comprehensive investigation tactics to obtain necessary evidence.Conducted covert, undercover investigations to uncover ongoing crimes and crimes in progress.Referred cases for potential prosecution to the District Attorney's office.Conducted debriefings for arrested subjects to obtain information pertinent to investigations.Trained subordinate officers on investigative techniques and results-driven intelligence operations.Searched vehicles, buildings, homes and property for evidence and stolen property. Allocate and distribute manpower. Provide for the growth,training,advancement and well being of employees.Manage Confidential Informant files and manage confidential funds for subordinates. Prepare and review operational plans, search and arrest warrants.

OFFICE OF TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT: Directed traffic during emergency and congested situations.Analyzed traffic accidents and general traffic surveys.Directed and controlled crowds at parades, funeral processions and sporting events.Assisted in conducting traffic surveys to determine problem areas. Coordinate, evaluate and modify evacuation plans with local, state and federal agencies. Coordinate encroachment permit process with Planning Department. Evaluate and administer the application of the MUTCD manual for safe work zones, traffic direction and routing. Conduct traffic signal studies to evaluate traffic volume management.

FIELD OPERATIONS(UNIFORM PATROL) SUPERVISOR: As a regular and continuing part of the job, is accountable for the quality and quantity of work done by ten to twenty five (10-25) subordinates and assures the accomplishment of the assigned work in the prescribed manner. Supervisory functions typically consist of most of the following: plans,schedules and coordinates work operations to meet schedules, deadlines and priorities; resolves employee complaints and effects disciplinary actions, such as praise,positive reinforcement, remedial training, oral warnings and reprimands; has substantial responsibility for technical soundness of subordinates' work.Gathered preliminary investigation information as a first responder to crime scenes.Responded quickly to dispatch and took appropriate action at crime and disaster scenes.Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.Prepared cases for trial and appeared and testified in court as a witness.Liaised with school counselors and administrators regarding juvenile offenders.Wrote reports on arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed.Patrolled designated districts in patrol cars, on bicycles , on Horseback, on Boat and on foot.Mediated domestic-related disturbances and protected victims from harm.Responded to and investigated security and burglar alarms.Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.Inspected squad vehicle and weapons daily and arranged for routine and special maintenance.Organized and recorded facts to prepare incident reports.

Apprentice

Plumbers/Steamfitters Local 470
01.1975 - 01.1978

Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.Inspected pipes and piping systems to assess their quality and condition.Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.Installed and replaced water heaters, drain pipes and water supply lines.Cut and beveled piping using cutting torches, saws and threading machines.Followed relevant codes, regulations and safety techniques.Assisted craft workers from other trades and shops on a variety of projects.Operated equipment such as cutting torches, threading machines, grinder, beveling machines and round-up clamps.Installed and inspected new and existing plumbing lines up to [] inches in diameter.Worked on all aspects of fire suppression systems from start to finish.Cleaned drains and plumbing fixtures.Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.

Education

Certificate - Law Enforcement Administrative Officers Course

University of Louisville / Southern Police Institute
Louisville
1991

CERTIFICATE - Criminal Justice

South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
Columbia, SC
1978

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC

Accomplishments


Coauthored initial Operation Plans that all are modeled after for Special Events such as Cooper River Bridge Run, Blessing of The Fleet Festival, Fourth of July Celebration, Medal of Honor Society Convention, Annual Christmas Parade.

Coauthored numerous Policy and Procedures

Coauthor of an Unusual Occurrence Manual that addresses Hurricane Evacuation Routes and logistics; Catastrophic Failures of bridges and the logistics involved.

Timeline

Driver Lead/Trainer

Enterprise Mobility
12.2021 - 08.2024

Range Safety Officer

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
04.2017 - 03.2021

Driver

Rail Crew Express
08.2016 - 02.2017

Mercedes Benz/Ranstad Shuttle Driver

The CSI Companies
07.2016 - 08.2016

Upscale Security Officer

G4S Secure Solutions USA
10.2015 - 06.2016

Associate

Garden Ridge/ At Home
04.2014 - 04.2014

Receiving/Unload Associate

Lowes
10.2013 - 01.2014

Police Officer/Senior Sergeant

Town Of Mount Pleasant Police Department
01.1978 - 10.2013

Apprentice

Plumbers/Steamfitters Local 470
01.1975 - 01.1978

Certificate - Law Enforcement Administrative Officers Course

University of Louisville / Southern Police Institute

CERTIFICATE - Criminal Justice

South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Trident Technical College
Fred Puckhaber III