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Shawn Lyons

Gunsmith
Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills seeking an entry-level gunsmith position. Currently attending Pennsylvania Gunsmith School, set to graduate in March 2025. Over 25 years of experience as a firearms enthusiast, collector, and gunsmith. Successfully completed repairs, modifications, and upgrades to personal collection and customer firearms. Expertise includes suppressors and muzzle device fitment, barrel replacement and fitment, AR15 custom builds, Cerakote application, immersion blueing and parkerizing, optics installation and zeroing, custom stock building, and personalized fitment. Professional experience in Law Enforcement has provided valuable skills in using firearms and tactical accessories transferable to civilian firearm ownership. Ready to contribute knowledge and dedication to help the team achieve sales and customer service goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certificates

Work History

Gunsmith

National Armory
Corapolis, PA
07.2024 - Current

Designed innovative solutions for unique firearm customization requests while adhering to industry standards and regulations.
Conducted thorough inspections of firearms for safety compliance, ensuring proper function and adherence to regulations.
Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to service their firearms regularly, maintaining optimal performance under demanding conditions.
Maintained organized records of all completed projects, ensuring accurate billing and clear communication with clients.
Solved complex firearm malfunctions by diagnosing issues and implementing effective repairs.
Customized firearm fitment for individual users, enhancing comfort, usability, and performance.

Animal Enforcement Officer

Lake County Sheriffs Office
Tavares, Florida
10.2022 - Current
  • Investigated and gathered information regarding animal-related complaints.
  • Responded to multiple daily calls to enforce animal control regulations.
  • Prepared for prosecutions related to animal treatment and gave evidence in court.
  • Documented incidents in report format, including recommendations and outcomes.
  • Captured stray animals, provided housing and care of homeless animals and coordinated adoptions.

Sale Associate/Inventory Manager

Pistol
Southampton, PA
09.2020 - 05.2022
  • Provide customer service to customers shopping for firearms and accessories
  • Provide customer service to shooters who were utilizing the shooting range
  • Management of inventory: including ordering, merchandising, and organization of storage
  • Shooting range management and safety
  • Repairing, upgrading and management of firearms owned by customers and the business
  • Conducted firearms sales, including all required paperwork for sales and firearm background checks. Completed and verified 4473 forms
  • Maintained shooting range operations, serving as Range Safety Officer - Certified Glock Armorer responsible for repairs and upgrades to firearms - Instruction on safe handling procedures for firearms and accessories - Merchandising, purchasing, and inventory management of products
  • Collaborated with purchasing and production to maintain levels of quality and on-hand inventory.
  • Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size or type of material.
  • Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.

Police Officer

Bristol Township Police Department
Bristol, PA
12.2007 - 08.2020
  • Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations
  • Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities
  • Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts
  • Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries
  • Investigate traffic accidents and other accidents to determine causes and to determine if a criminal act has been committed
  • Testify in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases
  • Process prisoners, prepare and maintain records of prisoner bookings
  • Follow all of Pennsylvania Rules of Criminal Procedure
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.

Education

Act 120 Certification in Law Enforcement - Civil Law Enforcement

Philadelphia Police Academy
Philadelphia, PA
12.2007 - 06.2008

High School Diploma -

LaSalle College Highschool
Wyndmoor, PA
09.1990 - 06.1994

Skills

Relationship building and management

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References

Kevin Jackson, Patrol Officer- Bristol Township Police Department

Personal Reference, (201) 965-9104 kjackson157@bristolpd.org


Daniel Hasson, Motorcycle Mechanic-Penn Jersey Cycles

Personal Reference, (267) 994-8607  danielhasson@comcast.net


Sgt. Thomas Gaffney #02, Patrol Supervisor- Bristol Township Police Department

Professional Reference, (267) 716-2821 tgaffney02@bristolpd.org


Edward Hartzel, Manager- Classic Pistol

Professional Reference, (215) 953-7264 training@classicpistol.com

Certification

Cerakote Certified Applicator

Timeline

Glock Certified Armorer

12-2025

AR15 Certified Builder

09-2025

Cerakote Certified Applicator

12-2024

AK Platform Builder Certification

10-2024

Gunsmith

National Armory
07.2024 - Current

Animal Enforcement Officer

Lake County Sheriffs Office
10.2022 - Current

Sale Associate/Inventory Manager

Pistol
09.2020 - 05.2022

Act 120 Certification in Law Enforcement - Civil Law Enforcement

Philadelphia Police Academy
12.2007 - 06.2008

Police Officer

Bristol Township Police Department
12.2007 - 08.2020

High School Diploma -

LaSalle College Highschool
09.1990 - 06.1994
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