Kaleb Podger
Columbus,GA
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Proactive and caring worker with seven years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Personable Firefighter with experience offering emergency response and collaborating with teams. Deep knowledge and practice extinguishing fires quickly and rescuing individuals. Smart and poised with background working extremely well in high-pressure situations and dedicated to protecting public.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Columbus Consolidated Government
Columbus, GA
08.2024 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls for fires and medical assistance.
- Conducted fire safety inspections in residential and commercial buildings.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during emergency situations.
- Participated in training drills to enhance firefighting skills and teamwork.
- Educated the community on fire prevention and safety measures.
- Documented incidents and prepared reports for departmental records.
- Maintained cleanliness and functionality of firefighting apparatus and gear.
Golf Cart Staff Member
Country Club Of Columbus
07.2020 - Current
- Prepared golf carts daily by stocking pencils, tees, scorecards, and towels.
- Monitored pace of play, turf repairs and tee times for players.
- Assisted golf club members by carrying clubs from range to cart and setting stations with required balls.
- Shut down facility daily by turning off lights, storing equipment and locking doors.
- Used engaged picker to recover range balls.
- Maximized customer service and satisfaction by providing directions to visitors regarding requested locations, events and landmarks.
- Monitored guests and enforced rules, maintaining safety for visitors and staff.
- Responsible for cart upkeep and cart maintenance.
Preschool Teacher and Teachers Aide
St. Paul United Methodist Preschool
05.2016 - Current
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
Apartment Maintenance Technician
Hampton Place
Columbus, GA
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Inspected plumbing fixtures and resolved leaks and clogs promptly.
- Performed routine maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to identify potential hazards in apartments.
- Assisted residents with troubleshooting appliance issues and provided guidance.
- Collaborated with property management to schedule maintenance tasks efficiently.
- Documented work orders and maintenance activities for record-keeping purposes.
Education
Associate Degree In Sociology & Agriculture Bus - Sociology And Agriculture Business
Andrew College
Cuthbert, GA05.2021
Highschool Diploma -
Shaw High School
Columbus, GA05.2018
Sociology
Point University
Atlanta, GASkills
- Basic Repairs
- Safety Procedures
- Customer Interaction
- Routine Maintenance
- Cart Barn Maintenance
- Operational Procedures
- Developmental Psychology
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Coordination
- Safety Monitoring and Management
- Parent and Guardian Relations
- Time Management
- Classroom Discipline
- Emergency response
- Equipment operation
- Customer service
- Incident documentation
- Community education
Accomplishments
2018 WLTZ Scholar Athlete of the Week
2021 GCAA Player of the Year
2021 NJCAA All-American
2021 GCAA First Team Conference
2021 GCAA Gold Glove Team
2023 AAC Second Team Conference
References
Nan Konze
706-329-1570
Patrick McGregor
706-905-0880
Certification
- Firefighter 1
- Firefighter 2
- Basic EMT
Timeline
Firefighter
Columbus Consolidated Government
08.2024 - Current
Apartment Maintenance Technician
Hampton Place
01.2024 - 07.2025
Golf Cart Staff Member
Country Club Of Columbus
07.2020 - Current
Preschool Teacher and Teachers Aide
St. Paul United Methodist Preschool
05.2016 - Current
Associate Degree In Sociology & Agriculture Bus - Sociology And Agriculture Business
Andrew College
Highschool Diploma -
Shaw High School
Sociology
Point University
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