Robert Foster III
General Contractor/Laborer
Taylorsville,KY
Summary
Hardworking General Laborer bringing 10+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility matters. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures. Looking for a long term career and company that can lead to new limits and expand knowledge and skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Lawn Care Technician
Award Lawn Care
Louisville, KY
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Applied mulch to garden beds for protection against weeds and unwanted growth.
- Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
- Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees and grass.
- Developed lasting customer relationships and grew network over time.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
Labor Foreman
Pipeline Construction
La Porte, TX
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Obtained permits and organized supplies for each job.
- Updated logs and reported on job progress.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Controlled traffic around and in work areas.
- Tracked crew time, attendance and performance.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
Skilled Laborer
Pipeline Construction
Channelview, TX
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.
- Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Directed traffic away from hazardous locations to protect team members and general public.
- Interacted daily with various project managers, subcontractors and municipal inspectors to complete construction projects.
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Contributed to team results in fast-paced Construction environments.
- Dug holes, trenches and ditches at desired locations and backfilled completed excavations.
- Read and understood plans and technical documentation for each job.
Service Technician
B&R Fire And Safety
Louisville, KY
01.2006 - 07.2016
- Evaluated systems according to predetermined checklist and noted issues.
- Demonstrated increased knowledge of company products and equipment.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Performed maintenance duties and safely handled chemicals and solutions.
- Trained customer employees and managers on machine use and maintenance.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Installed detection lines for Ansul and PyroChem kitchen systems
Education
GED -
Ahrens Vocational
Louisville, KY 01.2005 - 05.2005
Skills
Safety awareness and compliance
Hand and power tools
Problem solving ability
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Certification
Fire Protection Certification LTD
Timeline
Lawn Care Technician
Award Lawn Care
03.2021 - 11.2021
Specialty Polymer Coatings, Inc. – Approved SPC Brush Grade Coating
01-2021
Labor Foreman
Pipeline Construction
10.2020 - 03.2021
OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety & Health
04-2020
Basic Plus CPR First Aid for Adults
02-2020
Skilled Laborer
Pipeline Construction
10.2019 - 10.2020
Buckeye Fire Certification, Buckeye Suppression System
07-2015
Heiser Logistics Certification - Authorized Protex Series II Distributor
08-2010
Fire Protection Certification LTD
08-2007
Service Technician
B&R Fire And Safety
01.2006 - 07.2016
GED -
Ahrens Vocational
01.2005 - 05.2005