William Reid
Prattville,AL
Summary
Accomplished 14 year Veteran with strong leadership abilities honed as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. Strong abilities in team leadership and project management backed by mentorship and driving production. Known for training and commitment to achieving goals. Current student pursuing a Bachelors of Science for Audio Production.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Instructor
Lisenbys Music Shop
Prattville, AL
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced student performance by developing individualized lesson plans tailored to their strengths and weaknesses.
- Prepared students for auditions for institutions by aiding with music selection, assigning practice hours required for mastery of piece and assessing progress and accuracy in playing.
- Fostered inviting and comfortable learning environments for students to promote enthusiasm for instruments and commitment to practicing.
- Provided constructive feedback during one-on-one instruction sessions, enabling students to refine their skills more effectively.
Bartender
Logan's Roadhouse
Prattville, AL
04.2022 - 01.2024
Fabrication Welder
Burt Steel
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Closely monitored project and material layouts and specifications to effectively cut, contour and bevel metal and structural shapes.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter
United States Marine Corps
03.2009 - 10.2021
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Interviewed, trained and deployed fire safety personnel to maximize protection of life and property.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Supervised and coordinated tactical methodology used in resolving emergencies and other situations.
- Developed scheduling and coordination of shift staffing levels, changes and activities.
F-16 Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Alabama Air National Guard
11.2007 - 03.2009
- Completed preventative and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
- Operated support equipment, including flight line vehicles, as needed.
- Completed all paperwork requirements for each task, including recording maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prattville High School
Prattville, AL05.2007
No Degree - Business Administration
American Public University System
Charles Town, WVBachelor of Science - Audio Production
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL07.2025
Skills
- Safety and security
- Training program participation
- Personnel management
- Multitasking abilities
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Welding
- Business Administration
- Performance Management
- Sales Management
- Staff Training
- Emotional Intelligence
- Customer Service
Additional Information
Workshops For Warriors (WFW) Basic Welders Course complete in August 2021. Certifications are issued by The American Welding Society for
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Flux Cored Arc Welding
- Safety in Welding
Timeline
Music Instructor
Lisenbys Music Shop
03.2024 - Current
Bartender
Logan's Roadhouse
04.2022 - 01.2024
Fabrication Welder
Burt Steel
09.2021 - 10.2022
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter
United States Marine Corps
03.2009 - 10.2021
F-16 Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Alabama Air National Guard
11.2007 - 03.2009
High School Diploma -
Prattville High School
No Degree - Business Administration
American Public University System
Bachelor of Science - Audio Production
Full Sail University