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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
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
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
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, MI
05.1997

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
Ken Bindschatel