William Smythe II
Fishers
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Open Water Scuba Instructor
Estepona Dive Center
Estepona
2024.02 - Current
- Facilitated classroom sessions with students on dive theory, physiology and physics related topics.
- Adhered to strict safety standards while leading dives in open water environments.
- Displayed exemplary customer service skills when interacting with guests both above and below the surface.
- Enhanced students' confidence and progress by promoting diligence and determination with difficult tasks.
Divemaster
Dive Tulum
Tulum
2022.11 - 2024.01
- Coordinated dive site logistics, including equipment setup and maintenance.
- Led dives at various depths according to the level of experience of participants.
- Researched new sites to explore based on depth, visibility range, currents.
Foreman
Hoosier Aquatic Management
Indianapolis
2015.06 - 2022.10
- Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
Bartender
Moe & Johnnys
Indianapolis
2011.06 - 2015.05
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Merchandiser
Zink Distributing (Budweiser)
Indianapolis
2010.04 - 2011.04
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Created merchandising plans based on customer buying habits and trends in the industry.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales of featured products.
- Researched new products to determine potential success in assigned stores.
Restaurant Manager
Claude & Annies's
Indianapolis
2003.03 - 2010.04
- Developed strategies for improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Managed day-to-day operations of restaurant, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling and evaluation of employees.
- Analyzed financial statements to identify areas of improvement or cost savings opportunities.
- Implemented effective marketing campaigns to increase revenue and improve brand awareness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
IUPUI
Indianapolis, Indiana2024-06
PADI OWSI - Instructor Develpment Course
Estepona Dive Center
Estepona, Spain2024-03
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Ball State
Muncie, IndianaSkills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Team Collaboration
- Technical Instruction
- Interpersonal Skills
- Reliability
- Problem-solving aptitude
Timeline
Open Water Scuba Instructor
Estepona Dive Center
2024.02 - Current
Divemaster
Dive Tulum
2022.11 - 2024.01
Foreman
Hoosier Aquatic Management
2015.06 - 2022.10
Bartender
Moe & Johnnys
2011.06 - 2015.05
Merchandiser
Zink Distributing (Budweiser)
2010.04 - 2011.04
Restaurant Manager
Claude & Annies's
2003.03 - 2010.04
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
IUPUI
PADI OWSI - Instructor Develpment Course
Estepona Dive Center
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Ball State