Michael Gaskin
Fredericksburg,VA
Summary
Educated Geotechnical Engineer with extensive experience providing guidance and planning complex geotechnical engineering projects. Excellent understanding of foundation and soil analysis. Strong research and technical writing skills to produce well-researched reports.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Geotechnical Engineer
Dominion Engineering
Fredericksburg, VA
12.2020 - Current
- Developed design specifications and drawings for construction projects.
- Planned and conducted exploration effectively.
- Developed accurate proposals and determined costs for investigation procedures.
- Performed geotechnical analysis and research to assess construction site conditions for [Business Name].
- Performed construction observation and took soil samples.
- Educated general public on project progress and plans through public presentations and community discussions.
- Determined availability, strength and viability of materials for multiple projects.
- Acted as contact for client's communication with field personnel.
- Reviewed calculations and analytical data to maintain accuracy of technical reports.
- Interacted with state and local agencies concerning compliance with codes and regulations.
- Evaluated sites to determine soil adequacy for handling loads imposed by building foundations and associated materials.
Team Supervisor
Staples, The Office Supply Superstore
Manassas, VA
07.2011 - 11.2020
- Interacted with cross-functional support groups to manage day-to-day operations and identified and resolved operational problems using defined processes, expertise and judgment.
- Developed, recommended and implemented measures to improve productivity, performance, quality and career path for staff members.
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Maintained awareness of basic HR laws and regulations and kept up-to-date with company policies.
- Maintained understanding of overall business goals, tailoring new hires and continuing training towards reaching prescribed targets.
- Defined key performance indicators for employees to define clear, attainable landmarks for performance measurement.
- Mentored junior personnel through onboarding processes and during ongoing training, promoting philosophies of constant improvement.
- Coordinated weekly meetings for internal and external groups.
- Cross-trained and provided back up for customer service managers.
- Participated in cross-functional team-building activities.
- Monitored operating machinery to assess progress, adjust settings and maintain desired tension and speeds.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Maximized efficiency by removing safety hazards and debris from work areas.
- Adhered to rigorous standards for customer service, merchandising and operational safety.
- Planned, managed and directed daily board operations to increase revenue and reduce costs through P&L analysis.
Food Service Manager
Royal Farms
Fredericksburg, VA
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Organized and oversaw food service training to educate employees on resetting tables, relaying orders to cooks and upselling food and beverages.
- Limited portion sizes and used garnishes to control food costs.
- Resolved escalated customer issues and boosted retention rates by 10%.
- Oversaw training of more than [Number] team members.
- Integrated service and team management strategies to boost business profits.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
- Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation and quality.
- Inspected preparation and storage equipment regularly to assess and maintain performance for cost-effective, safe operations.
- Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
- Reviewed and approved employee schedules and timesheets.
- Tracked food production levels, meal counts and supply costs.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
Shift Manager
Papa John's Pizza
Stafford, VA
06.2015 - 11.2017
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Consistently exhibited calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating smoothly and set positive example for shift team.
- Checked building to confirm maintenance and cleaning met code and regulations.
- Devised new promotional approaches to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing engagement and driving growth.
- Adhered to company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness of areas.
- Recruited and interviewed candidates for management to evaluate readiness and fit for position.
- Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Tracked receipts, employee hours and inventory movements.
- Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
- Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Trained back-up associates and led crew members in managing operations of storefront.
Paraprofessional Educator
Stafford County Public School System
Stafford, VA
10.2014 - 07.2017
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Assessed student social, emotional and academic needs to plan goals appropriately.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
Education
No Degree - Graphic Design
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAHigh School Diploma -
Brooke Point High School
Stafford, VA06.2009
Skills
- Site Inspection
- Safety Rule Enforcement
- Proposal Development
- Waste Disposal
- Survey Analysis
- Impact Assessment
- Environmental Compliance
- Earthwork Calculation
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Microsoft Office
- Attention to Detail
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Geological Assessment
- Decision Making
Certification
- D.GE - Geotechnical Engineering Certification
Playing sports and Gaming
I love playing football, soccer and playing computer games.
Timeline
Geotechnical Engineer
Dominion Engineering
12.2020 - Current
Food Service Manager
Royal Farms
02.2017 - 12.2019
Shift Manager
Papa John's Pizza
06.2015 - 11.2017
Paraprofessional Educator
Stafford County Public School System
10.2014 - 07.2017
Team Supervisor
Staples, The Office Supply Superstore
07.2011 - 11.2020
No Degree - Graphic Design
Liberty University
High School Diploma -
Brooke Point High School