General labor experience

DEJUAN THOMPSON
208 W. Green Street
Quitman, GA 31643
Cell: 770-866-5850    •    Home: 229-263-6865    
dejuan_thompson@hotmail.com


OBJECTIVE

Seeking a position where prior military and general laborer experience could be utilized to meet an organization's mission.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

•Six years of successful military experience; granted a security clearance during military service.
•Experienced in security operations, weapons, vehicles operations/maintenance and record keeping; skilled in the use of protective gear and the use of night vision goggles. 
•Able to prioritize tasks, track suspense actions, and tract status assignments.
•Maintained accurate records and accounted for valuable equipment without loss.
•Experienced in providing security-gate patrol, armed/unarmed, perimeter, and crowd-control in overseas sites; experienced using mobile communication devices. 
•Promoted and awarded quickly based on leadership ability and technical knowledge.
•Ability to utilize testing equipment and tools such as ohmmeters, fiber optic test equipment, telecommunication test sets, and electric drills.
•Ability to plan, organize, prioritize workflow effectively, and work independently with minimal supervision.
•Extensive experience and proficiency with computers, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Professional, and e-mail.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Installation Technician 	June 2008 – December 2008 
Dish Network, Marietta, GA

Was in charge of DISH Network installation, as well as testing and repair of equipment that receive communication satellite signals for commercial customers, residential customers, and retail outlets by
performing the following duties:

•Used problem-solving and technical skills to install satellite dishes and related equipment.
•Maintained accurate records and accounted for valuable equipment without loss.
•Reviewed job site to assess optimal placement of satellite dish and communicates with customers to review the installation process.
•Troubleshoot systems to determine the appropriate resolution for reported problems with usage.
•Provided customer education regarding system usage.
•Managed the administrative processes including van inventory and appropriate documentation.
•Ensured that the highest quality of service is provided to promote superior customer satisfaction.
•Adhere to safety guidelines and requirements.
           

Security Officer / Shift Supervisor	March 2006 – June 2008
ST Ives Country Club, Duluth, GA

In charge of a six man team patrolling facility or man post as instructed and served as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; detect suspicious activities and watched for criminal acts or client rule infractions at or near assigned post which may be a threat to the property, client or employees at the site. Reported all incidents, accidents or medical emergencies. Responded to emergencies, such as medical and bomb threats; and to alarms, such as fire and intrusion by following emergency response proceedings. Performed all support activities associated with the monitoring, evaluation, and performance of security administration. Provided security support services to include electronic security, classified document control, material destruction, security container (safe) tracking, identification services, key and keycard control, analyses of security, personnel security support and other related duties. Greeted visitors, staff and others in a professional and courteous manner. Issued all passes and maintained sign-in log with appropriate information, verify security clearance level of visitors.


Ammunition Specialist	December 2004 – February 2006 
U.S. Army, Fort Sill, OK

Operated and maintained vehicles ranging from 1 1/14 to heavy wheeled vehicles over all terrain, in all weather conditions. Performed preventive maintenance checks and services. Reads and interprets instructions and documentation and plans work activities. Operates gasoline or diesel-powered crane mounted on specially constructed truck chassis to lift and move materials and objects in support of plant construction and maintenance activities. Observes and follows all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment. Performed other duties and activities as directed, handled explosives, and ensured attention to detail. Followed all safety regulations and procedures resulting in no accidents. Received, stored and issued conventional ammunition, guided missiles, large rockets and other ammunition related items; perform maintenance (unit, direct support and general support) modification, destruction and demilitarization on ammunition and explosive components; and operated computer hardware and software/utilities manual records to perform stock control and accounting procedures. 




Armorer  November 2002 - December 2004                                                           
U.S. Army, Fort Sill, OK	
	
Mechanic, received, inspected stores, issued, shipped, performed limited maintenance, diagnose, and serviced military weapons. Performed inventory control and redistribution on all weapons; performed routine maintenance on assigned military weapons. Maintain accurate records; physical inventory of weapons on hand. Maintain inventory and storage of various arms, military weapons, limited cleaning supplies and limited safety equipment (as required); perform systems checks on the Arms Room alarms with PW. Checked weapons in and out; monitor check-in and checkout of military weapons and maintained appropriate accountability records. Prepared and submitted required reports; attended educational seminars related to weapon maintenance and training (as required); stayed current on arms regulations and directives. Perform other related duties as assigned or required. Coordinated and conducted inspections based upon scheduled training events. Reviewed unit requests for range and training usage, conducted inspections on a scheduled basis to ensure and document operational status. Ensured that ranges, training areas, and facilities are maintained and utilized according to established policies, regulations, procedures, and safety requirements. Maid sure units have all required equipment, road blocks are established, targets are working and maintained, and operations are conducted safely. Prepared correspondence noting discrepancies in range or training facility condition at unit checkout time and maintain files on range inspections. Operated Range Control Communication Center, authorize the opening, check firing, cease firing and closing of all live fire ranges, artillery/ mortar firing points, training sites and training areas. Utilized a computer to input and retrieve data.	

Administrative Clerk	November 2002 - December 2004
U.S. Army, Fort Sill, OK

Provided administrative support to government leadership. Prepared and coordinated official correspondence and other documents. Assisted in timekeeping, maintained files in soft and hard filing systems, assisted in arranging travel and process travel vouchers. Maintained calendars and schedules. Scheduled and support meetings and conferences, operated conference automation tools and projection systems, recorded and published meeting minutes, and ensure compliance with applicable security regulations and administrative policies. Regularly conducted meetings with the public. Was exposed to sensitive information necessitating considerable use of tact, diplomacy, discretion and judgment. Performed clerical or technical supply support work necessary to ensure the effective operation of ongoing supply activities. Supplied operations and program requirements and established supply policies, day-to-day servicing techniques, regulations, or procedures. Overseeing stock maintenance at  prescribed levels and established or adjusted stock levels and reorder points using standard formulae and prescribed procedures; conduct physical inventories and adjust and/or maintain inventory, stock, plant, or property account records; received and screened lists or other documents specifying supplies or materials needed for planned programs or work operations, and collate and assemble lists of equipment and parts needed for acquisition plans; initiate, prepare, edit, and process requisitions to stock, commodity control, or other appropriate supply organizations; searched catalogs, records, or other data sources to obtain or correct stock numbers or to find authorized substitutes for stock items.


Cannon Crewmember	October 1999 - November 2002
U.S. Army, Fort Sill, OK; Kosovo

Assigned as part of a six-man team. Maintained, navigated, and fired a computerized cannon system with deadly accuracy and precision while safely handling and transporting hazardous materials. Performed maintenance, installed parts and cleaned the weapon system valued at more than $1,000,000. Successfully drove this 58,000-pound vehicle more than 500 miles safely. Periodically patrolled area for intruders using Army security techniques including night vision equipment. Maintained resource status and tracking systems and operates telecommunication systems. Records and maintains communication logs, Coordinates and may assist with fire training and orientation. Gathered information for the development and maintenance of the dispatch mobilization guide and internal dispatch operating guides. Deployed to Kosovo for six months; performed security operations under high-risk conditions several duties and responsibilities in accordance with providing armed protective services helping stabilize forces in the Balkan region. Controlling access at main gate entrance to Military bases and patrolling perimeters to secure Military compounds. 





	EDUCATION
	
•Diploma, Brooks County High School, Quitman, GA, 1997
•Diploma, Cannon Crewmember Specialist Course, U.S. Army Field Artillery School, Fort Sill, OK, 1999
•Diploma, Drivers Safety Training Course, Fort Sill, OK, 1999