Zachariah Smith
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Motivated business professional bringing several years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative, sales operations, and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating, and supporting staff members. Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Smooth Move Trasnport LLC
09.2022 - 07.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Patrolman
Union Township Police Department
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
Patrolman
Newtown Police Department
12.2021 - 07.2024
- Responded to call-outs during periods of low coverage or high demand to serve public in and around Newtown, Ohio.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Provided public safety by maintaining order, protecting people and property and promoting good community relations.
- Responded promptly to calls for protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances and general public service calls.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Completed detailed reports and required paperwork related to serving warrants, investigating criminal activity and force deployments.
Deputy Sheriff, Road Patrol
Brown County Sheriff's Office
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Patrolled 493 Square miles of rural Brown County, Ohio to identify security and safety issues and maintain order.
- Maintained a working relationship with village officers when assistance was needed.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements.
- Responded to call-outs during periods of low coverage or high demand to serve the public in Brown County.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops.
- Responded promptly to calls for protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances and general public service calls.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
Shop Owner
Smith Auto Sales & Service LLC
02.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Delegated and supervised vehicle bodywork to body team for restoration and remediation.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Implemented tracking systems to monitor parts inventory and transactions to reduce discrepancies.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
K9 Officer
Ripley Police Department
12.2019 - 02.2021
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
Established and maintained effective working relationships with city staff leaders, outside organizations and general public to provide optimal service and protection. - Completed detailed reports and required paperwork related to serving warrants, investigating criminal activity and force deployments.
- Cued or signaled K9 during performances.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Corrections Officer
Adams County Sheriff's Office
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
- Oversaw and maintained custody of inmates in a work study environment.
- Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
- Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Law
Lake Tech
Tavares, FL12-2024
Certificate - Real Estate
Azure Tide All Realty School
Florida08-2024
OPOTA Certificate - Basic Peace Officer
Southern Hills Joint Vocational School
Williamsburg, OH11.2019
High School Diploma -
North Adams High School
Seaman, OH05-2007
Construction
Ohio Valley Career And Technical School
West Union, OH05-2007
Skills
- Problem Management
- Personable Personality
- Willingness to Learn and Adapt
- Detail Oriented
- Report Writing
- Critical Thinking
- Patrol Procedures
- Traffic Stops and Accident Investigations
- Medical Emergency Response
- First Aid
- Financial management
- Crisis management
- Business planning
- Small business operations
- Profit and loss analysis
- Financial planning
- Business marketing
- Customer relations
- Marketing
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Construction Background
- Construction proficiency
- Construction materials knowledge
Certification
- OPOTA Certified
- Taser Certified
- CPR Certified
- Certified in Handling Firearms
- Patrol Related Canine Unit Certified
(Criminal Apprehension, Canine Control, and Canine Searches)
- Special Purpose Canine Unit Certified
(Tracking, Article Search, Marijuana, Cocaine, Heroine, Methamphetamines, and their Derivatives)
Timeline
Patrolman
Union Township Police Department
12.2023 - 06.2024
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Smooth Move Trasnport LLC
09.2022 - 07.2024
Patrolman
Newtown Police Department
12.2021 - 07.2024
Deputy Sheriff, Road Patrol
Brown County Sheriff's Office
04.2021 - 12.2021
Shop Owner
Smith Auto Sales & Service LLC
02.2020 - 06.2021
K9 Officer
Ripley Police Department
12.2019 - 02.2021
Corrections Officer
Adams County Sheriff's Office
04.2018 - 12.2018
Graduate Certificate - Law
Lake Tech
Certificate - Real Estate
Azure Tide All Realty School
OPOTA Certificate - Basic Peace Officer
Southern Hills Joint Vocational School
High School Diploma -
North Adams High School
Construction
Ohio Valley Career And Technical School