I want to emphasize that I maintain a neutral stance regarding my personal interest I also recognize that my family's interests and values are integral to my own I believe it's important to balance both perspectives I committed to supporting my family while also considering broader viewpoints
Patrick Soukup
MITCHELL,SD
Summary
Accomplished Manager of Member Services and Marketing skillful in assessing business conditions and developing optimization plans to drive key improvements. Excellent Cooperative knowledge with expertise in reviewing business practices, competitor activities and personnel management policies to make proactive changes. Good relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Member Services and Marketing
Central Electric Cooperative
MITCHELL, SD
08.2015 - Current
- Developed and maintained successful relationships with industry leaders.
- Established excellent relationships with residents and family members by proactively identifying problems and acting appropriately to garner resident engagement and satisfaction.
- Developed tailored business strategies, outlined long term goals and smaller milestones to keep company moving forward.
- Reviewed operational activities for results purposes to better determine which strategies were working and which ones required improvements.
- Improved organizational processes and regulatory compliance by implementing new personnel structure with clear-cut roles and responsibilities.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by delivering recommendations for knowledge-base processes and procedures.
- Collaborated with small business stakeholders to ascertain key details about goals and products and services offered.
- Leveraged trends in customer industries and marketplaces to shape solutions and approaches.
- Optimized supply chain to reduce materials costs and improve distribution.
- Oversaw technological improvements, successfully reducing waste and eliminating business bottlenecks.
- Implemented strategic offerings to enhance company's suite of products and services.
- Interfaced with clients to discuss budget allocation to determine project scope.
Educator
Mitchell Technical Institute
MITCHELL, SD
08.2009 - 08.2015
- Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- Utilized various types of equipment and aids to enhance learning experience.
- Managed and organized class records and reports.
- Liaised with teachers to develop cohesive educational plans and improve student support.
- Tested students with quizzes, essays and exams to gauge learning comprehension.
- Assessed each student's grasp of class material presented in courses and workshops.
- Worked one-on-one with at-risk students on core subjects.
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Instructed students individually and in groups, utilizing various teaching methods.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Journeyman Electrician / Plant Operations
Avera Queen Of Peace Hospital
MITCHELL, SD
01.2001 - 05.2009
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Performed rough-in, termination and underground work.
- Corrected issues and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
- Troubleshot issues and developed effective solutions.
- Installed and maintained breaker panels for commercial and residential buildings.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Reviewed diagrams and relevant codes to complete tasks safely and accurately.
- Built controllers and panels to complete system installations.
- Laid out and sized components according to building specifications and user requirements.
- Increased project completion time, employing best practices when installing and maintaining cableways, conduits and control systems.
- Worked with building management to optimize system performance.
- Raised quality control protocol, inspecting material for compliance.
- Aided senior leadership by developing status documents on equipment maintenance and repairs.
- Used computer-aided design to lay out new electrical systems.
- Aided senior leadership, developing status documents on equipment maintenance and repairs.
Electrician
T K Electric
MITCHELL, SD
06.1995 - 12.2000
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
- Adhered to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Directed electricians on installation, maintenance and repair on electrical wiring and equipment.
- Assessed, tested and operated variety of electrical components and systems.
- Planned and installed complicated circuit systems in both commercial and residential construction.
- Placed and installed safety systems and set up emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.
- Responded to emergency callbacks and provided onsite support.
- Oversaw project details and adhered to diagnosis, wiring and OSHA regulations.
- Contributed to various projects, providing value to department, company and client base.
- Coded projects using drawings and manuals.
- Rectified issues with EMCS and variable frequency drive systems by troubleshooting and correcting problems.
Veterinary Technician
Lakeview Veterinary Clinic
MITCHELL, SD
08.1992 - 06.1994
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
- Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
- Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Traveled to farms to treat livestock injuries, disease and birthing.
- Advised farm owners on sanitation, feeding and general care to promote animal health.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Huron Veterinary Clinic
Huron, SD
08.1991 - 08.1992
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Leveraged ultrasound and x-ray equipment for imaging and interpreted results.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Traveled to farms to treat livestock injuries, disease and birthing.
- Advised farm owners on sanitation, feeding and general care to promote animal health.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Technical Education
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SDNRECA Robert I. Kabat Management Internship Program - Cooperative Business Model
Wisconsin School of Business
Madison Wi03.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Construction And Maintenance
Mitchell Technical Institute
Mitchell, SD05.1994
High School Diploma -
Wagner Community School
Wagner, SD05.1986
Skills
- Conflict mediation
- Policy evaluation
- Inspections and reviews
- Defining company vision
- Marketing expertise
- Industry partnership development
- Brand management
- Strategic business planning
- Team building and leadership
- Planning and coordination
- Revenue growth
- Executive leadership
- Problem resolution
- First Aid/CPR
- Active listening
Additional Information
Current List of Committees that I actively serve on;
SDREA Member Services Planning Committee,East River Members Service and Communicator, Agriculture Banking Committee with the Mitchell Chamber, Advisory Board for MTI, Habitat for Humanity in Mitchell, SD, and Midwest Rural Electric Council Board Member.
Affiliations
Knight of Columbus
Mitchell Area Exchange Club
Mitchell Area Habitat for Humanity
Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce
Agriculture Committee with the Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce
Kimball Area Chamber of Commerce
Midwest Rural Energy Council (MREC)
Interests
Timeline
Manager of Member Services and Marketing
Central Electric Cooperative
08.2015 - Current
Educator
Mitchell Technical Institute
08.2009 - 08.2015
Journeyman Electrician / Plant Operations
Avera Queen Of Peace Hospital
01.2001 - 05.2009
Electrician
T K Electric
06.1995 - 12.2000
Veterinary Technician
Lakeview Veterinary Clinic
08.1992 - 06.1994
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Huron Veterinary Clinic
08.1991 - 08.1992
NRECA Robert I. Kabat Management Internship Program - Cooperative Business Model
Wisconsin School of Business
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Construction And Maintenance
Mitchell Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Wagner Community School
Some College (No Degree) - Technical Education
South Dakota State University