Joseph Swanson
Deltona,FL
Summary
Military veteran effective at leading teams to accomplish ambitious goals. Expertise in electronics, operational planning and navigation. Deadline-oriented and capable of handling multiple time-critical tasks simultaneously.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Internship Student for Athletic Director
Pine Ridge High School
2023.11 - Current
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Helped in recruiting and interviewing individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions for two different sports.
- Participated in partnered efforts across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.
- Helped run ticketing tables collecting money and directing people to appropriate fields.
- Learned about monitoring budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.
- Learned about coordinating with other schools and venues to create joint athletic events.
Ride Show Technician
Disney
2019.12 - Current
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using various testing devices on a weekly basis.
- Performed electrical system installation of conduit, wire, power distribution and motor controls.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements daily.
- Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.
- Installed and wired electrical hardware, including animatronics and sensors.
Electronics Technician (Navigation)
United States Navy
2014.10 - 2019.10
- Maintain navigational equipment to include RLGN's, gyrocompass, Voyage Management System, Radar, Atmosphere Control systems, and Interior Communications as well other systems.
- Spearheaded all piloting briefs when ship was pulling into or out of multiple ports. This included building briefs from scratch using Microsoft Power Point
- Maintained all navigational charts to include paper and Electronic Digital Nautical charts, including incorporating most up to date charts for mission planning.
- Conducted divisional training as Divisional Training and Qualifications Petty Officer
Ramp Service Agent
Allegiant Air
2013.12 - 2014.10
- Safely operated various types of equipment such as conveyor belts, push-back tractors and tugs.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for immediate repair attention to avoid creating flight departure delays.
- Loaded and unloaded all cargo, including luggage and freight and assisted crew and travelers with bags.
- Communicated closely with ground crew, flight crew, and tow person via headset radio.
- Connected electrical power unit and hoses to aircraft.
- Optimized space usage when loading cargo and baggage into aircraft compartments.
Sales Team Leader
Academy Sports + Outdoors
2011.08 - 2012.08
- Responsible for a department that made between $7-$10 million dollars a year
- Increased revenue by 10% through quality customer service and product knowledge.
- Maintained weekly sales tracking and leadership reports to support operational enhancement and implement corrective actions.
Lead Sales Associate
Sports Authority
2005.05 - 2011.07
- Trained and developed new sales team associates in products, selling techniques and company procedures.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
- Analyzed and properly processed product returns, assisting customers with finding alternative merchandise to meet needs.
- Delivered high level of assistance by locating products and checking store system for merchandise at other sites.
Education
Associate of Science - Sports Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH 2023.10 - Current
Apprentice Technical Training, Tactical Computer And Network
Basic Enlisted Submarine School
Groton, CT 2014.12 - 2015.09
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL2011
Skills
- Navigation systems understanding
- Certified Maintenance Technician
- Electronics troubleshooting
- Navigation expertise
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
- Verbal and written communication
- Effective leader
- Coordinate Events
- Professional Relationships
- Active Listening
- Athletic Department Services
Accomplishments
Bluejacket of the Quarter for 4th Quarter 2015
4 Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medals
2 Navigational N's for Squadron 7 2017,2018
1 Battle E Award for Squadron 7 2016
National Society for Leadership and Success member
International Honor Society in Business member
Timeline
Internship Student for Athletic Director
Pine Ridge High School
2023.11 - Current
Associate of Science - Sports Management
Southern New Hampshire University
2023.10 - Current
Ride Show Technician
Disney
2019.12 - Current
Apprentice Technical Training, Tactical Computer And Network
Basic Enlisted Submarine School
2014.12 - 2015.09
Electronics Technician (Navigation)
United States Navy
2014.10 - 2019.10
Ramp Service Agent
Allegiant Air
2013.12 - 2014.10
Sales Team Leader
Academy Sports + Outdoors
2011.08 - 2012.08
Lead Sales Associate
Sports Authority
2005.05 - 2011.07
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Daytona State College
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