Luke J. Cherney

E: actiqh@r.postjobfree.com M: 224-***-**** Palatine, IL 60067

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-cherney

Qualifications

Training / Logistics / Petroleum Operator / Mentor / Supervisor

A scrupulous, competent petroleum operator who will maintain equipment and fuel accountability, accomplish objectives beyond my means, and deliver optimum performance in any environment. Possesses the ability to adapt to any situation or objective, logical problem solving abilities, and is tested in the most extreme environments. Will work favorably on a team and strive to lead others. Operates with a strong sense of urgency and thrives in a fast paced setting. Fluent in Spanish.

Core Competencies

•Resource Management

•Training

•Project Planning

•Mentoring

•Interpersonal Communication

•Supervision

•Problem Solving

•Petroleum Operator

•HAZMAT Coordinator

•EPA HAZMAT Liason

•Customer Relations

Professional Experience

United States Army – 2009 to Present

Logistics Branch

Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricant Supply Specialist 2010-2011

Kandahar Province, Afghanistan

Responsible for the acquiring, storage, and distribution of petroleum based products to 160 outstanding personnel.

Provided over 500,000 gallons of petroleum as the sole petroleum products supplier to a presidentially and congressionally recognized, Operation Enduring Freedom-record-breaking cargo transportation organization.

Inventoried and analyzed usable parts and materials

Constructed offices and breakrooms

Assisted in the recovery of surplus parts and materials to save the company over $1M

Operated material handling equipment

Maintained accounting records of fuel and ensured minimal loss occurred.

Organized and constructed a Hazardous Waste and Distribution site from the ground up in accordance with EPA regulations

Sanitized over 1,000 gallons of ground waste from the Hazmat Site.

Have experience working with international clients such as personnel from Australia, England, Italy, Canada, the Netherlands, the Afghan National Army, Micronesia, Indonesia, Bosnia, Serbia, and South Korea.

HAZMAT Coordinator 2011-2014

Fort Eustis, VA

Supervised the daily operations of a Hazardous Waste site that served 500 personnel. Chosen by unit leadership. Supervised personnel and military vehicles. Participated in mid-level vehicle maintenance tasks.

Supervised a Battalion level Hazardous Waste site in accordance with EPA, state, and local regulations.

Managed personnel to pass 100% of EPA and locally mandated inspections on over 20 occasions.

Performed Material Handling Tasks including 20ft and 40ft container movement, forklift operation, and correct transport of Hazardous Materials in accordance with EPA and local regulations.

Mentored four personnel to achieve their personal and professional goals and to perform to their potential

Expertly trained over 500 personnel on proper storage and recycling procedures of Hazardous Materials and on various military topics

Supervisor 2014-2015

Camp Humphreys, South Korea

Accountable for the receiving, storage, distribution, and transport of bulk petroleum fuel. Supervised 12 personnel.

Personally counselled, trained, coached, and mentored 20 individuals through leadership and ability to improve the organization

Operated multiple petroleum transport vehicles and drove through a foreign country

Managed personnel during specific projects that lasted up to one month.

Budgeted resources of over $500K during specific projects

Disciplined subordinates successfully to improve themselves and the organization

Provided feedback in official correspondence for performance review and areas of improvement

Beat out over 1,200 personnel for a coveted Quarterly Award.

Designed and implemented various training seminars; topics ranging from weapons, communication devices, and physical and leadership development.

Education and Training

Petroleum Operator Training, Supervisory Training, First Aid Course, Environmental Training, Conflict Resolution Training, Central Texas College Hours in General Education, Weapons Training, Security Training

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