Joel Amundson

Experience

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  United States Army

  Apr 1990 - Apr 1994

  Transportation and logistics Specialist

  Cargo Handler/Shipping and ReceivingLicense: Hagglund Crane, and all wheeled vehicles in US ArmyTransportation SpecialistWeapons Specialist with Secret ClearanceTraining NCOOp4 team memberLetter of Recommendation: CSM Gary Brokmeier, 24th Battalion

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  US Army

  Apr 1990 - Apr 1994

  Cargo Manager

  After my successful completion as Distinguished Graduate from Logistics and Transportation schools in the US Army, I spent one year during the Gulf War and Desert Storm up and offloading, staging and transporting in an Airborne detachment. While serving in this environment, I was able to obtain a license operating the Haaglund and other shore cranes, as well as all wheeled military vehicles. Having been recognized with several commendations and achievement awards, I was quickly promoted up the rank to Corporal. After successfully expanding by completely renovating both of my units weapon's and supply area's, while serving as Weapons Specialist, I was chosen as one of eleven soldiers on the entire post, to train and serve on a Special Operations unit (Op4), Finally, I was again recognized for excellence by my senior command to and promoted to Training NCO, implementing and overseeing all aspects of training up to post-level. Show less

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  Armor Development Group Inc

  Jan 2001 - Oct 2007

  President/ Owner

  Directed all aspects of one of Minneapolis’ most reputable Construction businesses including both daily operations and long term strategic planning.* Responsible for generating leads and driving sales for the organization.* Executed accounting, payroll, and all human resource's functions.* Obtained close to one million dollars in sales during the first year, and achieved six years of continuous controlled growth.

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  The Keifer Companies

  Aug 2008 - Jul 2009

  Operations Specialist

  Directed the logistics and transportation between headquarters and multiple retail locations.* Delivered product, stocked warehouses and maintained appropriate store shelving.* Participated in the restructuring and implementation of a new inventory control system.* Cross trained as a bartender and server, where I further and perfected the skills needed to give everyguest the very best in service

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  Minnesota Insurance Restoration Services

  Aug 2009 - May 2010

  Operations Manager

  Directed daily operations of one of Minnesota’s most successful insurance based restoration services* Responsible for assessing restoration projects considered to be the most challenging or complex.* Implemented an ongoing education program for employees, including Xactimate familiarization(software used by 90% of insurance companies (Certification: 2010)).* Consulted with other construction companies on advanced restoration projects.

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  Timberline Roofing and Siding

  Jan 2012 - Oct 2012

  Operations Manager

  Conducted home analysis for roofing, siding, and insulation services in order to create estimates forpotential clients.* Worked closely with customers to create a plan which incorporated their desired aesthetics, qualityproducts and best overall value.* Coordinated labor and sourced materials to execute remediation and create restore property to a level of structural integrity higher than its original state* Coordinated supply chain and managed material flow systems* Managed over twenty construction site employees, staffed projects, developed work schedules, and expedited teams to their specific job locations Show less

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  Forever Massage – Massage Therapist

  Oct 2012 - Feb 2016

  Massage and Wellness Therapist

  * Performed a variety of highly effective therapeutic massages which positively contributed to the health and well-being of my clients. * Created and executed highly effective promotions surrounding the services I provided and increased clientele from 4-6 clients per week to 12-20 clients per week, many of became repeat * Managed financial transaction for customers, scheduled appointments, successfully sold massage packages to new and repeat clientele.* Known for consistently creating an environment in which was relaxing, clean, and allowed guests to receive the greatest amount of overall benefits from the services promised.*Certified, I practice in-home, and only for regulars, friends and family. Show less

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  The Ritz Carlton - Rancho Mirage

  Jun 2015 - Dec 2015

  Air Pool & Spa Attendant

  Provided top notch service to all hotel guests,, mostly at the outdoor lounge and pool areas.* Played a key role in helping to achieve and maintain Ritz Carlton’s '5 Star' status* Identified as a top performer and trained in other positions including bartender and spa concierge* Several times mentioned in Gallup for outstanding service, as well as daily accolades from directmanager.