Derek Reynolds
Fort Wayne
Summary
Disciplined Military Officer knowledgeable in regulations, policies and procedures. Formulated and executed objectives to obtain mission success. Evaluated reporting requirements and offered technical advice on system capacities and readiness.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
RISK MANAGEMENT TRAINER
City of Fort Wayne
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted in the development of new training programs, leading to increased employee education and overall company culture.
- Identified core problems for accidents and work place hazards. Implemented safeguards and established standards to prevent further property damage and injury.
- Developed strong relationships with multiple departments, collaborating closely to identify unique challenges and tailor effective solutions through targeted training initiatives.
SALES ASSOCIATE
Murdoch's Ranch And Home Supply
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise and finding accessories
- Completed paperwork for fire arms sales meeting requirements of FBI and ATF standards.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
TACTICAL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TECH
US ARMY
08.2016 - 06.2022
- Graduated from US Army UAS tech course at Fort Huachuca, Arizona
- Took control of unit's Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) program, combining three 30 person elements to reach unit goal
- Formulated plan that took program from unserviceable to over 100 percent in two months
- Oversaw transport of 30 million dollars of equipment and 40 personnel from United States to Middle East
- Developed and managed detachment to rank as top performing tactical UAS unit in region
- Supervised movement of 60 civilians and Soldiers with 60 million dollars in equipment to unestablished UAS site in Persian Gulf region
- Utilized aviation experience to negotiate and establish new flight procedures for controlled airspace in several Middle Eastern countries.
AVIATION SAFETY OFFICER
US ARMY
10.2014 - 08.2016
- Attended and completed US Army Aviation Safety Officers course at Fort Rucker, Alabama
- Certified in OSHA 511 - Standards Course for General Industry from University of Southern Alabama
- Established and maintained OSHA level Safety Program achieving zero workplace accidents for over 100 service members and civilians
- Three separate Safety programs scored in top echelons in procedure for Army Aviation Units over 10 year span
- Maintained precise records detailing historical records in myriad of categories
ROTARY WING PILOT
US ARMY
03.2010 - 10.2014
- Planned and established scheduling for more than 50 million dollars of equipment
- Balancing operator needs and maintenance schedules to meet goals
- Attended and completed demanding course of military flight instruction and included survival tactics, helicopter systems management, navigation, and combat flight tactics
- Resulting in qualification in UH-60A/L Blackhawk helicopter
- Coordinated, planned, and led an over water, international, rotary wing flight from South Korea to Okinawa involving multiple aircraft and crews
- Received special recognition for multi service rescue operation securing aircraft crash site and non conventional rescue operations.
INFANTRYMAN
US ARMY
01.2002 - 03.2010
- Developed and executed plans in a multitude of environments and conditions
- Personalized the mentoring and development of personal, and professional habits of individuals in nine person team setting
- Interacted with foreign populace overcoming language barriers and accomplishing mission sets to improve day to day life.
Education
OSHA 510
University of Cincinnati
Great Lakes OSHA Education Center05.2024
OSHA 30 Hour (Construction)
360 Training
Austin, TX02.2024
High School Diploma -
R. NELSON SNIDER HIGH SCHOOL
FORT WAYNE, IN06.2000
Skills
- AHA Certified Instructor
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Training and Development
- Classroom Instruction
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Public Speaking
REFERENCES
James Layne - United States Army Aviation Mission Survivability Officer
Contact: 3080 Pecan MEadows Drive Belton, TX 76513 jparis153D@yahoo.com (912) 414-3177
Brian Lane - Pilot at Fly Exclusive
Contact: 214 Oracle Circle Huntsville, AL 35811 brianlane523@gmail.com (931) 802-9664
Christopher Deisler - City of Fort Wayne Risk Management Trainer Crew Leader
Contact: 2722 Kingsland Ct. Fort Wayne, IN 46815 christopher.deisler@cityoffortwayne.org (260)446-7627
Timeline
RISK MANAGEMENT TRAINER
City of Fort Wayne
08.2023 - 07.2024
SALES ASSOCIATE
Murdoch's Ranch And Home Supply
10.2022 - 05.2023
TACTICAL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TECH
US ARMY
08.2016 - 06.2022
AVIATION SAFETY OFFICER
US ARMY
10.2014 - 08.2016
ROTARY WING PILOT
US ARMY
03.2010 - 10.2014
INFANTRYMAN
US ARMY
01.2002 - 03.2010
OSHA 510
University of Cincinnati
OSHA 30 Hour (Construction)
360 Training
High School Diploma -
R. NELSON SNIDER HIGH SCHOOL
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