Joseph Edwards
Mount Vernon,Washington
Summary
A committed and effective leader, skilled in recruiting the support of team members in aligning with project and organizational goals. Infantry Lieutenant with 11+ years military experience, 2+ years firefighting experience, 2+ years fine dining service experience and 3+ years fiber optics splicing, home and business installation and contracted installation management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Access Fiber - Outside Plant Coordinator
City of Anacortes
Anacortes, WA
09.2019 - Current
- Learned the skills of fiber optics splicing, installation and outside plant design while applying those skills to bring over 2,000+ residents high speed internet
- Coordinated the city design plans to the boots on ground crews that laid over 100 miles of both aerial and underground fiber
- Utilized my interpersonal skills ensuring fluidity in forward progression of the project by frequent communications between the city staff, contracted crews, and Anacortes residents
- Ensured consistent inventory checks which allowed for forward planning when installing new customers
- Properly delegated tasks to 5+ employees while maintaining efficient workplace
- Trained, developed and counseled employees to develop a high performing team
Executive Officer/Mortar Platoon Leader/AS3
Washington Army National Guard
Bemowo Piskie, Poland
11.2019 - Current
- Coordinated over $55 million of military equipment from Anacortes WA to the National Training Center in CA while maintaining 100 percent accountability through 30 days of rigorous training
- Moved all equipment to two sea ports where it was received and moved through three European countries where it was then received in Poland. Additionally, all equipment was then moved in the reverse rout to Anacortes WA while maintaining 100 percent accountability
- Trained 112 soldiers in complex urban operations scenarios also increasing combat effectiveness in the Company and the Battle Group
- Maintained combat effectiveness during battlefield scenarios by ensuring consistent ammunition and food deliveries twice daily
- Ensured weekly maintenance tasks and detailed updates on all weapons and vehicles while forecasting and targeting potential issues
- Received the recognition of ranking number one of nine in my battalions peer group due to my efforts in supporting the company
- Managed day-to-day operations and assisted Commander in overall strategizing
Executive Officer
Georgia Army National Guard
Kandahar, Afghanistan
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Managed $120 million of equipment for combat readiness in four provinces and six outstations in Afghanistan while accomplishing 100 percent accountability monthly
- Managed troop and equipment transport of over 600 flights, maximizing combat readiness
- Prepared maintenance schedules for all equipment and ensured compliance throughout the Area of Operations
- Ensured in aiding the Commander in the livelihood and well being of 217 Attached Infantry and Special Forces soldiers in remote and austere locations
- Developed relationships with the local civilian economy as well as the American contractors in order to ensure necessary food and supplies made it into the hands of the troops in a timely manner
- Assumed responsibility as Executive Officer of a Special Forces company when the predecessor was vacated thus doubling responsibilities and workload; was awarded a Bronze Star for my efforts
Infantry Platoon Leader
Georgia Army National Guard
Fort Stewart, GA
02.2015 - 08.2018
- Ensure completion of training and preparation for combat of entire Platoon of 42 men
- Maintaining 100% accountability of men and equipment
at all times throughout combat training exercises - Commitment to 100% completion of all mission scenarios
Survey Technician
Civil & Environmental Consultants Inc.
Knoxville, TN
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Performed field surveys with Topcon total stations
- Completed and finalized diverse commercial, residential, and topographical land surveys
- Used manual and robotic field surveying techniques to complete accurate work
Server
Montaluce
Dahlonega, GA
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Dedicated to customer satisfaction in all areas of food service for an authentic fine dining experience
- Underwent extensive wine training from the sommelier which enhanced my ability to the correct wine with customers meal
- The prompt service of food, wine, drinks, and most importantly the enjoyment of the customers experience
- Served as team captain for large-scale banquets to assure positive customer experience
- Prepared salads and appetizers to back up kitchen staff
- Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks
- Completed opening and closing checklists, including emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware
Transportation Officer
Georgia Army National Guard
Fort Stewart, GA
10.2012 - 08.2014
- Managed the transportation of 500+ soldiers and their supplies to sustain military operations
- Managed 35 soldiers and their crews to accomplish Battalion sustainment operations
- Navigated drivers and their teams through obstacles and terrain in order to ensure timely sustainment operations
- Maintained 100 percent accountability of all company equipment worth in excess of $2.5 million
Volunteer Firefighter
Lumpkin County Fire Department
Dahlonega, GA
10.2012 - 08.2014
- Pioneered full time internship program at LCFD
- Accountability and maintenance of all equipment on fire engines
- Assist paramedic in accountability of all medical equipment on ambulance
- Rescued victims trapped by fires and car wrecks while rendering first aid
- Handled routine custodial maintenance of fire department equipment to maintain equipment, including oxygen breathing, resuscitation and apparatus equipment
- Met with members of the community to provide information on ways to prevent fires and to offer fire safety tips
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work
- Assisted in inspecting schools, theaters, offices and various other buildings to check for proper fire precautionary measures
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios
- Responded to wildfires while employing handtools for containment operations
Education
United States Army Infantry School, Fort Benning
Fort Benning, GA04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GA06.2015
Associate of Science - General Science
Marion Military Institute
Marion, AL05.2012
Skills
- Committed to serve others
- Desire to learn and excel
- Mission planning and analysis
- Execution of direct and implied tasks
- Effective execution of time sensitive objectives
- Maintaining physical fitness at all times
- Interpersonal tact with others
- Team oriented mindset
- Focus on ensuring others success
- Thrives in high intensity situations
- Fiber optics training in splicing and project management
Affiliations
- Mayor's Award for Merrit
- Army's Bronze Star Medal for exceptionally meritorious service
- Army Oversees Service Ribbon
- Armed Forces Reserve Medal with Mobilization Device
- German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge
- Two time recipient of the Norwegian Foot March badge
- NATO Medal for service with NATO in relation to Resolute Support
- Georgia State Active Duty Ribbon
- Georgia Humanitarian Service Ribbon
Certification
- Light Brigade Fiber Optic Splice training certificate
- Qualified Infantry Officer through completion of the 17 week Infantry Basic Officer Leadership Course (I-BOLC) of the United States Army
- Completion of Lumpkin County Firefighter 1 program
Clearances
- Secret
Timeline
Executive Officer/Mortar Platoon Leader/AS3
Washington Army National Guard
11.2019 - Current
Access Fiber - Outside Plant Coordinator
City of Anacortes
09.2019 - Current
Executive Officer
Georgia Army National Guard
09.2018 - 08.2019
Survey Technician
Civil & Environmental Consultants Inc.
08.2017 - 06.2018
Infantry Platoon Leader
Georgia Army National Guard
02.2015 - 08.2018
Server
Montaluce
08.2014 - 05.2017
Transportation Officer
Georgia Army National Guard
10.2012 - 08.2014
Volunteer Firefighter
Lumpkin County Fire Department
10.2012 - 08.2014
United States Army Infantry School, Fort Benning
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of North Georgia
Associate of Science - General Science
Marion Military Institute
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