1. Kevin J Gordie
kluv2175@gmail.com
504-564-6152
Objective
My Objective is to obtain a career with a leadingcompany that would compliment my existingskill set.I am
lookingto position myself to be considered for management and aspireto
take advantageof any opportunity that would further my career. As you will seein my
experience I have spent an extensive amount of time trainingand managingpeople to bringout the best in
them and to mold them to achievenot only their goals,but to sharemy desireto succeed, and better not only
ourselves but also the company we work for. I thank you in advancefor your consideration of my employment
Mainstay
Experience
MainstayInn& Suites
Worked as a Chief Maintenance Engineer in an extended stay hotel environment. I have
knowledge of repairing Dry wall, plumbing, carpet replacement, appliances (stoves,
refrigerators, garbage disposals). I also have knowledge of electrical and HVAC repair. I
managed a Housman and an assistant. I a very detailed oriented and compulsive about
getting things fixed immediately. I have excellent computer skills and make my own
spreadsheets for Preventive maintenance as well as a weekly log of tasks completed and
special projects. Worked on call as well.
Also worked Front Desk when needed.
HolidayInn Express
Worked as a maintenance technician performing basic maintenance of the grounds and pools.
Also attended to any issues in rooms concerning electrical, plumbing or drywall repair issues.
Worked on P-tac AC / Heaters. Attended to any issue that arose, worked every other weekend
on call.
Also worked front desk when needed.
ATT / Planet Cellular
2. Worked as a sales rep then was promoted to a store manager. My duties included balancingcash drawers
makingdeposits,ordering products and managingemployees and also writingthe schedule.Strived to stay on
the cutting edge of the newest products and pricingplansby ensuringthat my staff and I were up to speed on
the ongoing constantchanges of the company.
VerizonWireless/ CellularSales
Sold all products and services offered by the Company.
Met all sales objectives,also handled all administrativeaspects of the saleincluding:completingcustomer
contracts and warranties,pullingproducts frominventory, acceptingcustomer payments and filingthe
completed orders.
Maintained strongknowledge of all Company products,accessories,pricingplans,promotions,and service
features.
Maintained knowledge of competitive offers and provided critical marketfeedback to the Store Manager
regardinglocal competition and product/serviceneeds. Handle serviceinquiries fromcustomers.
Provided efficient, courteous customer serviceand assistancein all aspects of productofferings and services.
Project Analyst,Coherent Systems
Researched and developed advanced military technology for United States Special Operations Command.
Prepared statements, reports, funding transfers,and ongoing status reports on projects that were assigned to
me.
Traveled quite often all throughout the US and also outof country monitoring projectprogress and managing
government funds.
Researched qualified fabricatorsand awarded government contracts to the appropriateones.
Completed a vastarray of paperwork (Official Government & Civilian) pertainingto the above tasks.
Maintained a SECRET clearancewith DSS will workingfor Coherent.
Plans& OperationsAssistant,National GuardBureau
Administered and maintained a 60 computer LAN for the National Guard Plans & Operations sector and the
Emergency Operations Center as well.
Maintained the HF network throughout the state of Florida atNational Guard Armories,to includewritingthe
currently in use OPSEC and Monthly radio check guidelines in the MSCA (Military Supportto Civilian Authorities)
OPPLAN (Operations Plan).
Completed a wide array of paperwork correspondingwith trackingand maintainingstategovernment funds
for the above actions.
Transported equipment and trained personal in specialized communication fields such assatellite,FM, AM and
HF communications throughout the state of Florida.
Section Sergeant,US Army, 1-187 Infantry101st Airborne Division,FtCampbell,
KY.
Performed duties as a Section Sergeant to includetrainingmy troops,maintainingweapons and equipment.
Leading missionswhen appointed, and completing paperwork relevant to the personal information and
3. welfare of my soldiers and their equipment and weapons status.
Performed duties as a Combat Life Saver, Advanced Communications Operator, and Weapons Sergeant.
I hold three different MOS’s (Military Occupational Skill) LightInfantry,Avenger Crew member (Air Defense
Artillery) and Stinger Crew member (Stinger MissileOperator).
Maintained a Secret Clearancewith DOD and DSS duringmy tour of duty.
Misc.Restaurant Experience
I have more employment experience to includeRestaurantManagement/ Kitchen Management/ Bartending.
I can provide that upon request, I know your time is valuableso I did not want to includeany experience that
might not be applicableto the job that I am applyingfor.
Education
Associates in Applied Scienceand Technology, (Ongoing) Trinity University
MicrosoftCertified Systems Engineer Certification,Skill Solutions
Culinary Arts Degree, (incomplete), Johnson & Whales,Ft Lauderdale Arts Institute
Skills
My skill setis a broad spectrumfrom intense labor to highly technical.I havehad jobs that have required
extensive paperwork and lots of data entry, odd hours of work and the necessity to be always availablevia
phone or e-mail. I have worked hands-on fixinganythingfrom Humvees to military radios and gps systems.I
take pridein the perfection of my performance. I striveto constantly reach the next level.
I would greatly appreciatethe opportunity of employment with your organization,I thank you again for your
consideration and time spent readingmy resume.
References
Grant Allen Henderson, Material Handler,Oceaneering
985-415-0848
Darrell Imborne,ROV Supervisor,Oceaneering
985-974-6020
LeslieDorion, Mainstay Suites,Houma
985-860-0950