Ken Bindschatel
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in administrative and technical roles, notably with the Michigan Army National Guard. Proven skills in coordinating training events, providing top-notch administrative support, and executing preventive maintenance with minimal supervision. Skilled in customer relationship building and mechanical troubleshooting, demonstrating a unique blend of interpersonal and technical abilities to drive results and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Army National Guard Administrative NCO
Army
Grayling, Kalamazoo And Traverse City, MI
09.2008 - 06.2020
- Coordinated Training events and Daily schedules for service members following established protocols, and providing support to full time and reserve service members.
- Provided Administrative support for commanders, leaders and service members to assist in completing any updates that were needed in national databases.
- Completed detailed reports on daily activities, incidents, or irregularities observed during shift hours.
- Upheld a professional appearance and demeanor while on duty, projecting authority and confidence and instill trust to Service Members and civilians alike.
Military Maintenance Technician
Camp Grayling Army Base
Grayling, MI
10.2004 - 09.2008
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Sales Representative
Heartland Distributors
Gaylord, MI
04.1998 - 03.2002
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
Education
BBA - Finance
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI05.1997
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Physical Stamina
- Security Protocols
- Physical Fitness
- Preventive Maintenance
- Problem solving ability
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Customer Service
- Customer Relations
- Customer Relationship Building
- Interpersonal communication skills
Timeline
Army National Guard Administrative NCO
Army
09.2008 - 06.2020
Military Maintenance Technician
Camp Grayling Army Base
10.2004 - 09.2008
Sales Representative
Heartland Distributors
04.1998 - 03.2002
BBA - Finance
Ferris State University