Benjamin Eckerson Email & Phone Number

Seattle, WA

• Wrote proprietary code that obtained, reformatted, and archived Argos Drifter data, generating significant annual savings by replacing an existing third-party service.
• Ensured the continuous operation of oceanography equipment by coordinating storage, managing set-up, documenting calibrations, tracking repairs, and maintaining accurate database records and physical files.
• Designed and manufactured custom shelving units for storage of oceanography equipment.
• Developed and implemented data retrieval and inventory maintenance tracking system.
• Attached equipment to protective frames and buoys for deployment on moorings and trawls.
• Spent five weeks at sea as part of the NOAA field team conducting the 2015 Western Gulf of Alaska Assessment and performing hydrography on the 70-m isobath in the Bering Sea.

Largo, FL

• Entrusted with transporting a large volume of high-value merchandise across country in a company vehicle.
• Planned, designed, and executed all aspects of tradeshow strategy, including visual merchandising, cash management, and sales.
• Leveraged subject matter expertise in steel types and forging techniques to engage prospects and sell high-value items and provided world-class customer service at every point of contact.
• Successfully promoted the company’s reputation as the supplier of choice within a niche industry.

Seattle, WA

• Collaborated with the head chef to adjust menus in alignment with purchasing.
• Maintained a clean, visually appealing restaurant environment.
• Supervised team of seven to eight employees and trained new hires in company procedures and food preparation techniques.
• Controlled inventory, managed stock, and executed numerous cash handling responsibilities.
• Allocated weekly schedules and daily tasks in accordance with each employee’s key strengths.
• Took inventory, budgeted, and purchased stock for each week’s menu and specials with company credit card.

Greater Pittsburgh Area

• Completed structural renovations, roofing, landscaping, and demolition.
• Provided the lead contractor with polished support at every stage of the construction cycle.
• Led and directed a crew of three to four employees charged with completing minor renovation and roofing jobs.