Ryan Groah
Buena Vista,VA
Summary
• Mechanically inclined individual who works good with tools and machinery and excels in fixing things.
• Skilled in MIG/TIG welding, woodworking, basic carpentry skills, car restoration and automotive repair.
• Dependable, self-disciplined employee, good work ethic, strong morals and values.
• Experienced supervisor with strong leadership skills,
problem solver, multi-tasker, and a willingness to continue to learn and grow.
• Detail oriented who excels in getting things done safely and in a timely manner.
• Experienced Class B CDL Driver with current CDL.
• Experienced in Manufacturing with 6 years experience as skilled production worker.
• Experienced in Fleet vehicle management and yearly department budgeting.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Custom Woodworker (Self-Employed)
RD's Woodworking
Buena Vista, Virginia
08.2021 - Current
- Construct standard and custom furniture from wood.
- Set up and safely operate woodworking equipment such as routers, planers, joiner, table saws and belt sanders.
- Complete general finish work and sanding.
- Draft diagrams and cut lists for each project to define layouts, correct construction methods and required materials.
Police Sergeant Patrol
Buena Vista Police Department
Buena Vista, VA
07.2018 - 08.2021
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Inspected officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
- Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Managed team of 5 employees across patrol division, including establishing and enforcing performance policies.
- Delivered expert courtroom testimony to support criminal cases.
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of important considerations such as properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Managed Fleet of 16 vehicles along with yearly Fleet budget.
- Schedule making for department.
Hazmat Driver
ARC3 Gases
Buena Vista, VA
12.2017 - 07.2018
- Transported hazardous materials, without incident within a 75 mile radius of Buena Vista.
- Inspected load security and checked for any damages.
- Maintained organized, clean and professional vehicle to protect company reputation with customers.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Police Corporal
Buena Vista Police Department
Buena Vista, VA
10.2015 - 12.2017
- Supported successful investigation completion by interviewing subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
- Completed investigations successfully by handling subject, target and witness interviews to verify and corroborate facts.
- Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
Deputy Sheriff Officer
Rockbridge County Sheriffs Office
Lexington , VA
10.2014 - 10.2015
- Served court documents and completed civil process duties.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, including evidence collection and witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Maintained structure and security during court proceedings.
- Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
Police Officer
Buena Vista Police Department
Buena Vista , VA
07.2011 - 10.2014
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Delivered expert courtroom testimony to support criminal cases.
- Reported deficient streetlights, signs and road surfaces to keep residents safe.
- Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
Jail Officer
Middle River Regional Jail
Verona , VA
10.2006 - 07.2011
- Observed behavior of inmates individually and as group to spot conflicts and implement de-escalation tactics.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Maintained jail security by performing frequent security checks within cell block and inspecting each cell for contraband.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Directed activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, operations, farming and construction projects.
Welder
Des Champs Technologies
Buena Vista , VA
08.2000 - 10.2006
- Clamped, held, and tack-welded parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, forklifts and various power tools.
- MIG/TIG weld various types and various thickness metals.
- Constructed industrial size heat exchangers.
- Planned and laid out work from sketches, drawings, specifications and work orders.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc and shielded metal arc equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parry Mccluer High School
Buena Vista, VA06.2000
Skills
- Written Communication
- Planning and Coordination
- First Aid/CPR
- Detail-oriented
- Maintenance & Repair
- Excellent work ethic
- Multitasking abilities
- Responsible
- Customer Service
- Conflict resolution
- Worksite safety
- Blueprint and schematics
- Power tool safety and operation
- Time Management
- Self-Motivated
- Class B CDL Driver
- Staff Management
- Manufacturing
Certification
- Licensed CDL Class B operator in state of Virginia
- GMAW-S certification in vertical up and overhead 1/8” to 3/8” plate.
- First line supervisor training (November 2018)
- FBI LEEDA First Line Supervisor training (July 2019)
- Certified Jail Officer
- Certified Police Officer
- Fork Truck Operator
- CPR/First-Aid
Timeline
Custom Woodworker (Self-Employed)
RD's Woodworking
08.2021 - Current
Police Sergeant Patrol
Buena Vista Police Department
07.2018 - 08.2021
Hazmat Driver
ARC3 Gases
12.2017 - 07.2018
Police Corporal
Buena Vista Police Department
10.2015 - 12.2017
Deputy Sheriff Officer
Rockbridge County Sheriffs Office
10.2014 - 10.2015
Police Officer
Buena Vista Police Department
07.2011 - 10.2014
Jail Officer
Middle River Regional Jail
10.2006 - 07.2011
Welder
Des Champs Technologies
08.2000 - 10.2006
High School Diploma -
Parry Mccluer High School