Greg Williams
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Versatile Instructor recognized for engaging students and delivering powerful lectures to inspire and educate. Organized and focused professional willing to go the extra mile to help students both inside and outside classroom. In-depth knowledge of relevant technology to support instruction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Underwater Egress Instructor
F3EA
Honolulu, Hawaii
03.2024 - Current
- Delivered classroom and field instruction for F3EA training programs.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with F3EA standards and objectives.
- Briefed trainees on safety procedures, expectations, and mission requirements.
Instructor
Kaimana Divers
Honolulu, HI
01.2020 - 03.2024
- Outlined key duties for the role.
- Instructed student divers on diving techniques and safety protocols., Conducted training sessions, Sold dive gear to customers, providing product knowledge and support., Prepared boats for diving trips and led dive excursions., Supervised employees to ensure efficient operations., Controlled inventory of equipment and parts to meet operational needs., Handled phone calls, providing information and assistance to customers., Administered the booking system to coordinate dive schedules.
- Instructed Kaimana Divers students on scuba safety, skills, and dive procedures.
- Demonstrated dive equipment setup, inspection, and proper maintenance practices.
- Guided open water training sessions with clear underwater communication.
Instructor
Living Ocean
Honolulu, HI
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Performed multiple duties related to training divers and managing equipment sales.
- Instructed student divers in safe diving practices and techniques, Provided comprehensive dive training, Assisted customers in purchasing dive gear, Preparing boats and leading dives, Managing employees, Managing stock of equipment and parts, Handled incoming phone inquiries, Managed booking system to ensure seamless scheduling and customer service.
- Reason for leaving: Closed due to Covid.
Dive Operations Manager/ Instructor/ Sales Rep/ Equipment Repair/ Senior Staff Leader
Ocean Legends Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
05.2008 - 12.2015
- Responsibilities
- Instructing student divers, Dive Training, Selling dive gear, Preparing boats and leading dives, Managing employees, Managing stock of equipment and parts, answering phone calls, Oversaw booking system to streamline operations and enhance customer experience.
- Accomplishments
- 1st employee of Ocean Legends. Contributed to company growth, expanding Ocean Legends to three times its size since grand opening. Ocean Legends is now a premier dive shop on Oahu due to my hard work, dedication and sales background.
- Applied various management techniques.
- Skills Used
- Demonstrated dedication and loyalty, prioritizing exceptional customer service in the diving industry. Customer service is my strong point. In the diving industry it's all about customer service. Management skills, Sales, Paperwork skills, Phone skills. I work well with others from all backgrounds, Team oriented, Goal oriented, I make sure the job is done right and do not stop until the job is done.
- Reason for Leaving: Me and the owner did not see eye to eye with the direction of the company anymore.
Instructor/ Sales Rep
Island Divers Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Responsibilities
- Instructed student divers, sold dive gear, prepared boats, and led dives to ensure safe and enjoyable diving experiences.
- Accomplishments
- Executed sales strategies to increase revenue., Organized and maintained paperwork for efficient operations., Handled incoming calls to provide customer support. and Delivered instructional sessions to enhance student learning., Provided exceptional customer service to ensure satisfaction. and Coordinated daily operations to maintain a smooth resort experience.
- Skills Used
- Extremely hard and loyal worker. Customer service is my strong point. In the diving industry it's all about customer service. Management skills, Sales, Paperwork skills, Phone skills. I work well with others from all backgrounds, Team oriented, Goal oriented, I make sure the job is done right and do not stop until the job is done.
- Reason for Leaving: Paychecks were bounced.
Instructor/ Sales Rep/ Equipment Repair
Diver Supply
Atlanta, GA
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Managed daily operations
- Instructed student divers, sold dive gear, taught classes to enhance diving skills and knowledge.
- Achieved sales goals
- Sales, Paperwork skills, Phone skills and Teaching Skills.
- Provided exceptional customer service
- Extremely hard and loyal worker. Customer service is my strong point. In the diving industry it's all about customer service. Management skills, Sales, Paperwork skills, Phone skills. I work well with others from all backgrounds, Team oriented, Goal oriented, I make sure the job is done right and do not stop until the job is done.
- Reason for Leaving: Moved to Hawaii
Education
Professional Diving School International (Pro Dive USA)
Fort Lauderdale, FLMarine Biology
University of South Florida St. Petersburg
Clearwater, FLBiology
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OKSkills
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Safety Procedures
- Safety briefings
- Troubleshooting
- Management
- Curriculum Development
- Safety procedures
Personal Information
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
Teaching Certification, January 2010 to Present, DAN O2 Instructor, Yearly membership fee. I'm am current.
Awards
PADI Elite Instructor Award, 2014, PADI Elite Instructor Award, 2015
Timeline
Underwater Egress Instructor
F3EA
03.2024 - Current
Instructor
Kaimana Divers
01.2020 - 03.2024
Instructor
Living Ocean
01.2018 - 01.2020
Dive Operations Manager/ Instructor/ Sales Rep/ Equipment Repair/ Senior Staff Leader
Ocean Legends Hawaii
05.2008 - 12.2015
Instructor/ Sales Rep
Island Divers Hawaii
01.2008 - 12.2008
Instructor/ Sales Rep/ Equipment Repair
Diver Supply
01.2007 - 01.2008
Professional Diving School International (Pro Dive USA)
Marine Biology
University of South Florida St. Petersburg
Biology
Tulsa Community College