Dedicated professional with a proven track record of aligning practices with organizational goals. Expertise in managing high-pressure situations and adapting to evolving challenges to strengthen brand presence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Production and Maintenance
Consol Energy Bailey Mine
Wind Ridge, Pennsylvania
01.2013 - 06.2023
Operated heavy machinery for coal extraction and material handling.
Monitored air quality and ventilation systems to ensure safe working conditions.
Ensured compliance with safety protocols during underground mining operations.
Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on mining equipment to enhance reliability.
Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and operational efficiency.
Maintained accurate records of daily operations and equipment usage.
Assisted in training new employees on safety procedures and equipment operation.
Preserved a safe working environment by adhering to regulations and policies.
Infantryman
United States Army National Guard
Connellsville, Pennsylvania
05.2008 - 11.2014
Conducted reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy positions.
Operated and maintained various weapon systems during training and combat operations.
Executed tactical maneuvers in diverse environments to engage enemy forces effectively.
Collaborated with team members to develop and implement strategic operational plans.
Trained junior soldiers on weapons handling and tactical procedures for mission readiness.
Conducted foot patrols to gain intelligence on enemy forces, terrain, weather conditions and local population.
Customer Service Representative
TeleTech Holdings
Uniontown, Pennsylvania
01.2007 - 08.2008
Assisted customers in resolving inquiries through phone and email communication.
Processed customer orders accurately using company-specific software systems.
Coordinated with other departments to resolve complex issues affecting customer service delivery.
Adjusted bills and refunded money to resolve customers' service or billing complaints.
Updated databases with new and modified customer data.
Utilized job-related software to prepare change of address records and issue service discontinuance orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
06-2026
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA
Skills
Equipment maintenance
Team collaboration
Customer service
Safety compliance
Data analysis
Problem solving
Data entry
Technical communication
Workflow optimization
Google drive
Customer relations
Self-Directed
Microsoft office
Supervision and leadership
Flexible and adaptable
Troubleshooting skills
Performance optimization
Hardware repair
Technical analysis
Affiliations
Gaming, 3d Printing, Sports, Coaching Football, Hunting, Fishing.
Languages
English
Professional
Accomplishments
Army Accomodation medal
Army Combat Infantry Badge
Army OEF Medal
Academic/Personal Projects
Text-Based Adventure Game (Python)
Designed and coded a fully functional text-based game with room navigation, item collection, and win/loss conditions.
Applied functions, loops, dictionaries, and input validation for structured gameplay logic.
Database Design & SQL Queries
Built an ER diagram and database schema to manage relational data.
Wrote and executed SQL queries to analyze and manipulate data.
Site Survey & OS Proposal (Publishing Company)
Conducted a site survey to evaluate hardware/software needs.
Recommended a new operating system with justifications for compatibility, performance, and scalability.
LAN Topology & Network Design
Recommended a LAN topology, communications media, and hardware for a new office location.
Proposed an IP addressing scheme and support considerations for future growth.
Cloud Architecture Proposal
Compared in-house vs. third-party virtualization and cloud services.
Recommended deployment models (public, private, hybrid) and service models (IaaS, SaaS, PaaS) with scalability and cost analysis.
Policy Analysis Project (Government ISP)
Reviewed and critiqued a government organization’s information security policy.
Identified legal influences, target audience, and areas for improvement.
Vulnerability Management Report
Researched and explained vulnerability scanning and patching strategies.
Applied the concept of the “window of opportunity” to real-world IT systems.
IoT Security Assessment
Evaluated risks of older IoT devices (e.g., refrigerator) and modern tools (Flipper Zero).
Applied the CIA Triad to explain risks and security solutions.
3D Printing & Firmware Customization
Designed and printed functional items (thumb guards, phone cases).
Modified 3D printer firmware from GitHub to improve efficiency.
Game Macro Scripting (WoW with GSE Addon)
Built multi-key macros for optimized class rotations in a complex system.
Applied logic structuring similar to automation scripting in IT.