Louis Hukezalie
Mount Pleasant,South Carolina
Summary
A highly-dedicated individual with a desire to take on new challenges. A strong worth ethic, adaptability and proven use of effective interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new principles. Well trained in various fields with several years experience in water/rescue/combat & tactical operations as well as a background in sales and management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
0311 Infantry Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
Columbia, SC
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of defensive positions for combat operations.
- Trained in small-unit tactical operations by providing fire support during ambushes and raids.
- Trained in conducting reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy forces.
- Trained in responding to emergency situations as required including medical evacuation requests.
- Utilized night vision devices to conduct surveillance operations at night.
- Communicated effectively with team members using hand signals, radio communications equipment, and other methods as necessary.
- Took part in training exercises designed to improve individual skillsets and collective unit capabilities.
- Interpreted maps accurately for navigation purposes during long marches or patrol movements.
- Prepared written reports detailing events that occurred during missions or exercises.
- Served as fire team leader, scout team leader and rifle squad leader
- Maintained and operated infantry weapons systems such as M4 carbine rifles, M320 grenade launchers, and M240 Squad Automatic Weapons.
Firefighter
North Charleston Fire Dept
North Charleston, SC
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
- Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
- Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.
- Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
Swim Instructor
Low Country Swim
Charleston, SC
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided swimming instruction to individuals and groups of all ages.
- Organized lesson plans according to the individual needs of students.
- Assisted in developing aquatic programs for recreational swim classes and competitive teams.
- Updated records of attendance, skill levels achieved and other relevant information for each student.
- Created weekly lesson plans tailored to the specific goals of each group or individual participant.
- Taught basic survival skills such as floating, treading water, emergency exits from the pool.
- Communicated regularly with parents or guardians regarding their child's progress in swimming lessons.
Carpenter
California Closet Company
Charleston, SC
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Installed cabinets, fixtures and trim according to plans and blueprints.
- Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Calculated material costs for projects based on labor estimates provided by clients.
- Provided consultation services for homeowners regarding custom carpentry designs.
Greenskeeper
Patriots Point
Charleston, SC
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Maintained and monitored turf grass health; fertilized, aerated, and over-seeded as needed.
- Assisted in the construction of new golf course features including sand traps and tee boxes.
- Operated tractors for tilling soil or moving materials around the golf course property.
- Trained new employees on proper safety protocols when operating power tools or machinery.
Store Manager
Lucky Brand
Charleston, SC
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
- Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
- Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
- Organized promotional events to increase product awareness.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Analyzed financial data to identify areas of improvement.
- Oversaw the store locations closure as a result of COVID
Inventory Specialist
M. Dumas & Sons
Charleston , SC
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date inventory records.
- Developed and implemented effective inventory control systems.
- Analyzed sales trends to anticipate future needs and adjust inventory accordingly.
- Created reports on inventory activity, shortages, overages..
- Managed purchase orders with vendors
- Researched new suppliers for cost savings opportunities when needed.
- Assisted in developing standard operating procedures for receiving goods into the warehouse.
- Generated monthly reports on inventory movements and stock levels.
- Tracked shipments from suppliers to confirm receipt of goods in a timely manner.
Sales Associate
The Art of Shaving
Charleston, SC
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Fessenden Day Camp
Newton, MA
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Provided assistance to swimmers of varying skill levels.
- Assisted with swim lessons for guests and members of the facility.
- Maintained accurate records of incident reports, pool chemicals, and patron counts.
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
YMCA
North Andover, SC
12.2017 - 04.2019
- Specialized in working with students of varying needs and disabilities
- Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Provided assistance to swimmers of varying skill levels.
- Assisted with swim lessons for guests and members of the facility.
- Maintained accurate records of incident reports, pool chemicals, and patron counts.
- Organized swim competitions and recreational events
Lifeguard
Daniel Island Club
Charleston, SC
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Provided assistance to swimmers of varying skill levels.
- Assisted with swim lessons for guests and members of the facility.
- Maintained accurate records of incident reports, pool chemicals, and patron counts.
- Developed a comprehensive training program for new lifeguards.
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
YMCA
Sandwich, MA
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Specialized in working with students of varying needs and disabilities
- Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Provided assistance to swimmers of varying skill levels.
- Assisted with swim lessons for guests and members of the facility.
- Maintained accurate records of incident reports, pool chemicals, and patron counts.
- Organized swim competitions and recreational events
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science Major/ Pre-Law Minor
Merrimack College
North Andover, MASkills
- Training leadership
- Excellent Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Personnel mentoring
- System Troubleshooting
- Personnel Management
- Profile And Revenue-Generating Strategies
- Profit Generation
- Sales Support
- Lead Prospecting
- Relationship Management
- Store Appearance And Merchandising
- Land Navigation
- Force Protection
- Terrain analysis
- Explosives handling
- Defensive operations
- Conducting risk assessments
- Tactical Operations
- Radio Communications
- Combat operations planning
- Automatic Weapons Systems
- Wilderness Survival
- Offensive and Defensive Combat Operations
- Reconnaissance
- Squad Leadership
- Medical Response
- Fire Suppression Work
- Medical Assessments
- Medical Administration
- Public Assistance And Support
- Fire Prevention Expertise
- Human Rescues
- Rescue Equipment Use
- Firefighting Operations
- Emergency Management
Certification
- Firefighter I and II,
- Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations,
- Emergency Medical Certification-Basic (EMT-B),
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- AED
- YMCA Lifeguard Certification
- Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
- 0311 USMC
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional
French
Limited
Timeline
0311 Infantry Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
12.2022 - Current
Swim Instructor
Low Country Swim
05.2022 - 11.2022
Firefighter
North Charleston Fire Dept
01.2022 - Current
Carpenter
California Closet Company
07.2021 - 12.2021
Greenskeeper
Patriots Point
10.2020 - 06.2021
Store Manager
Lucky Brand
06.2020 - 10.2020
Inventory Specialist
M. Dumas & Sons
09.2019 - 06.2020
Sales Associate
The Art of Shaving
09.2019 - 04.2020
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Fessenden Day Camp
05.2019 - 08.2019
Lifeguard
Daniel Island Club
05.2018 - 08.2018
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
YMCA
12.2017 - 04.2019
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
YMCA
01.2016 - 07.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science Major/ Pre-Law Minor
Merrimack College