Cole Andrews
Conneautville
Summary
United States Air Force Pavements & Equipment craftsman with 8.5 years of military experience supervising nine direct reports, maintaining 35.5 million ft² of roadway & airfield infrastructure, and overseeing the section training program for current & future Air Force personnel ensuring full operational capabilities. During this period, I have garnered numerous personal Air Force decorations/citations outlining a long history of professionalism to my responsibilities and commitments. Key skills I have acquired over this period is my adaptability due to constantly changing regulations, leadership and procedures, my ability to lead and inspire those around me, and management capabilities ranging from personnel, time, and resources.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
United States Air Force, USAF
Mountain Home, ID
09.2017 - Current
- Directed a rapid‑turnaround project requiring cross‑team coordination, clear communication, and decisive leadership, enabling successful execution of a high‑visibility mission and earning multiple team awards.
- Supervised a 25‑member team during severe weather operations, aligning efforts across eight agencies, training new personnel, and ensuring uninterrupted organizational activity despite challenging conditions.
- Managed complex, multi‑step operations involving international collaboration, personnel training, and risk assessment, improving program efficiency and supporting critical communication capabilities for thousands of personnel.
- Oversaw daily operations for an 11‑person team, managing workload, maintaining situational awareness, and guiding personnel through emergency responses while ensuring a safe and organized work environment.
- Led a six‑person team through a large‑scale safety improvement project, coordinating tasks, communicating priorities, and resolving a long‑standing operational risk while protecting high‑value organizational assets.
Pharmacy Technician
Mill Run Community Pharmacy
Meadville, PA
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Supported daily pharmacy operations by accurately filling medication orders, organizing workflow, and ensuring prescriptions were prepared efficiently and on time for patients.
- Delivered customer‑focused service at the pickup window by answering questions, resolving concerns, and maintaining a calm, helpful presence during high‑volume periods.
- Processed patient refill requests with strong attention to detail, verifying information, updating records, and coordinating with pharmacists to ensure timely and accurate medication availability.
- Maintained inventory accuracy by validating quantities of Schedule II medications and assisting with controlled‑substance counts, supporting compliance and safe handling procedures.
Dishwasher
Silver Shores Restaurant
Conneaut Lake, PA
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchenware and cookware using commercial dishwasher and manual methods, passing health inspection checks.
- Maintained dish‑pit workflow during dinner rushes, reducing plate turnaround time for servers.
- Ran high‑volume dishwasher cycles during service peaks, maintaining steady supply of clean dinnerware.
- Coordinated with prep cooks to prioritize urgent dish requests, preventing delays at hot line stations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA09-2028
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL07-2026
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Goal oriented
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Staff management
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Inventory control
- Team building
- Project management
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2017 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Mill Run Community Pharmacy
06.2016 - 09.2017
Dishwasher
Silver Shores Restaurant
05.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Liberty University
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Air & Space Achievement Medal
Pavements & Equipment Operator Craftsman
332d Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron, 332d Air Expeditionary Wing Air & Space Achievement Medal – Outstanding Achievement
Recognized for leading high‑pressure operational efforts during a multi‑day regional crisis, coordinating teams to position 200 protective barriers in under 72 hours, which enabled rapid expansion of facilities for 700 personnel and multiple mission‑critical aircraft units. He managed 21 complex crane operations involving the safe movement of $250M in assets and supported the installation of essential communication infrastructure that enabled regional wartime radio capabilities. Cole also supervised and developed a 10‑member team to install 48 navigational systems and repair long‑standing airfield hazards, resolving a 12‑year safety issue and safeguarding operations for more than 100 coalition aircraft executing over 4,700 flight missions. His leadership and collaboration contributed directly to his team being recognized as the Group’s Team of the Quarter and AFCENT A4 Team of the Month!