Property Manager Dock Worker

Joseph Sparks

Norfolk, VA *****

1-757-***-**** ************@*****.***

Professional Summary

I am seeking a position as a Property Manager. I am a results-focused leader successful at promoting safety programs and mentoring individuals. I have a history of championing program training in various organizations throughout well-established career.

Skills

Property Manager

EPA 608 certified for Type I and Type III

Framing, Carpentry, Roofing, Flooring and Drywall

HVAC troubleshooting and repair.

Electrical, Residential Wiring and Plumbing

Safety and Compliance Inspections

Linguistics, fluent in Spanish, and trained in Arabic

Investigations

Workplace Safety

OSHA Compliance

Protective Equipment

Training and Mentoring

Hazard Identification

Work History

04/2024- Present

Dock Worker, Fork-lift operator

FedEx Freight– Chesapeake, VA

Operated a fork-lift in loading and un-loading freight onto tractor trailers.

Volunteered to be a Safety Representative on the Safety Operations Committee

Familiar with the freight tracking system software on a user basis.

11/2018-11/2023

Instructor, GED program

Deerfield Correctional Center– Capron, VA

Worked with people of varying educational levels with language and math skills in pursuit of a General Education Diploma.

Helped men set and reach goals while meeting quotas.

Instructed men in a variety of topics.

01/2010-10/2018

Program Coordinator, Re-entry

Pocahontas Correctional Center – Pocahontas, VA

Designed the curriculum for men re-entering society from incarceration.

Trained a staff of 10 in instruction methods and tutoring skills for men with literacy challenges.

Tracked and evaluated over 300 men through an 18-month curriculum.

12/2008 to 01/2010

NAVOSH Safety Inspector

US Navy – Norfolk, VA

Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.

Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.

Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.

Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.

Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.

Liaised with management and employees enable smooth communication regarding safety procedures.

11/2006 to 11/2007

Safety LPO

US Navy – Norfolk, VA

Managed and supervised the training of 12 command safety programs encompassing 45 Divisional Safety Petty Officers.

Conducted 24 safety inspections.

Responsible for training resulting in a 28% decrease in mishaps throughout the command for the year.

06/2003 to 11/2003

Division Supervisor

US Navy – Fort Meade, MD

Provided experienced leadership for 26 people in one of the most challenging divisions in the command.

Conducted daily counseling to personnel with security clearance issues who can no longer perform assigned duties.

Effectively aided personnel with legal, financial, and mental health problems with the goal of returning them to full duty.

Interfaced with all branches and civilian elements throughout Fort Meade providing manpower support for Garrison clean up, Army and Air Force Family Services and the local chapter of the U.S.O.

03/2001 to 03/2002

Work Center Supervisor

US N – Rota, Spain

Outstanding linguist and subject matter expert. Conducted a comprehensive review of a complex traffic analysis course, helping three others pass the final exam and meet requirements.

Superb manager. Supervised all facets of educational service officer, including administration of 138 advancement exams, grading the courses and coordinating Naval Leadership Course attendance, ensuring all eligible tested for advancement on time.

Active community member. Assistant Coach of 2001 Rota Little League All-Stars baseball team during the two week European Regional Tournament in Kutno, Poland. Helped coordinate joint Spanish-American martial arts demonstration during 2001 4th of July celebration.

03/2000 to 03/2001

Work Center Supervisor

US Navy – Rota, Spain

Awarded the Navy/Marine Corps Medal for Heroism for action crucial to the saving of three lives in deep waters.

Implemented a departmental cross-training plan optimizing work center assets. The plan allowed for smooth transition from desk-to-desk during periods of austere manning, improving work center productivity and customer service.

Sought after to provide training in several cryptologic areas. As the assistant National Cryptologic Schools (NCS) coordinator, conducted three classes and facilitated eight command wide trainings for 400 people.

Education

10/2024

Graduate of Building, Construction, and Trades

Tidewater Tech- Norfolk, VA

05/2003

Master of Science: Intelligence

Joint Military Intelligence College - Washington, DC

05/2002

Bachelor of Arts: Arab Studies

Excelsior College - Albany, NY

Certifications

Computer Aided Drafting, Design Technology, NOCTI Big Rapids, MI- March 28, 2016

Languages

Arabic

Limited Working

Spanish

Native or Bilingual

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