Joel Williamson
Verdi,NV
Summary
A dedicated individual with over 14 years experience in a service oriented position for the State of California as a Highway Patrol Officer. Accustomed to working in a fluid and fast-paced environment while subjected to deadlines and time restraints. Has an extensive background in problem solving, strategic development, building community partnership, and leading in a team setting. Proficient in forming organizational partnerships by using strong interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledgeable in administrative procedures and using programs such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom. Additional certification training and experience in the automotive field.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Officer
California Highway Patrol
11.2008 - Current
- Regularly performed in a fast-paced and high stress environment that required quick decision making to control rapidly evolving incidents.
- Utilized communication skills to de-escalate and control hostile situations and environments.
- Investigated traffic related incidents and crimes, collected evidence, recorded witness statements, and thoroughly documented in incident reports.
- Patrolled designated areas in a patrol vehicle, conducted enforcement, and assisted motorists.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Responded to call-outs during periods of low coverage or high demand to serve the public.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Developed partnerships with the citizens and stakeholders in the community to bring awareness and solve current issues within the community.
Welding Supply Warehouse and Delivery
Calweld
03.2008 - 11.2008
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Delivered hazardous materials and welding supplies to customers.
- Worked in gas fill plant, filing industrial gas cylinders.
- Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Automotive Technician
Extreme Diesel Customs
01.2006 - 03.2008
- Installed aftermarket and performance parts and modifications.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Communicated issues to supervisor and helped develop solutions.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
Automotive Technician
Fresno Volvo
11.2004 - 01.2006
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.
Automotive Technician
North Scottsdale Volvo
10.2002 - 11.2004
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.
Lot Attendant
Volvo On Camelback
07.2002 - 10.2002
- Moved cars around lot to increase space efficiency.
- Kept facilities clean, neat and organized to give areas professional and fresh appeal.
- Parked and retrieved cars according to customer needs.
- Delivered customer vehicles to offsite locations for services.
- Washed and detailed customer vehicles.
Education
Specialized Training
Associates Degree in Occupational Studies - Automotive And Diesel Technology
Universal Technical Institute Inc
Phoenix, AZ10.2003
High School Diploma -
Reedley High School
Reedley, CA06.2002
Skills
- Excellent customer service
- Self sufficient
- Natural leader
- Collaborative team player
- Exceptional at time management
- Extensive experience in problem solving
- Thrives under pressure
- Interrogation Techniques
- Crime Scene Processing
- Community Relations
- Goal oriented
- Thorough documentation and report writing
Timeline
Patrol Officer
California Highway Patrol
11.2008 - Current
Welding Supply Warehouse and Delivery
Calweld
03.2008 - 11.2008
Automotive Technician
Extreme Diesel Customs
01.2006 - 03.2008
Automotive Technician
Fresno Volvo
11.2004 - 01.2006
Automotive Technician
North Scottsdale Volvo
10.2002 - 11.2004
Lot Attendant
Volvo On Camelback
07.2002 - 10.2002
Specialized Training
Associates Degree in Occupational Studies - Automotive And Diesel Technology
Universal Technical Institute Inc
High School Diploma -
Reedley High School