Self-motivated Highway Maintenance Worker with experience in road cleaning and repairs. Well-rounded individual with great eye for safety procedures and communication skills. Proven history of best-in-class work ethic and adaptability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Highway maintainer
IDOT, Center Court
Schaumburg, IL
12.2018 - Current
Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Upheld safety standards for working in wet, cold and windy conditions.
Operated snow plow for IDOT to support safe travel for local citizens.
Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
Ready mix driver
Ozinga Ready Mix
Mokena, IL
05.2018 - 01.2020
Maintained proper slump and temperature of concrete in line with customer needs.
Planned efficient routes by accounting for traffic, road conditions and construction.
Transported ready mixed concrete from plant to construction job sites in alignment with specifications.
Maintained safety and efficiency with proper handling of tools, equipment and product.
Built and deepened relationships with clients like construction companies.
Performed pre- and post-trip inspections on vehicles to identify and note concerns.
Inspected, serviced and cleaned mixer truck and equipment, focusing on safety.
Class a Truck Driver
Special Logistics Midwest, LLC.
Elk Grove Village, IL
08.2013 - 05.2018
Maneuvered tractor and trailer into loading and unloading docks following crew signals to properly position freight.
Collected delivery instructions to verify freight and routes for on-time delivery and adjusted routes based on changing conditions.
Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
Over the Road Truck Driver
MGT LLC
Elk Grove, IL
08.2012 - 08.2013
Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Technician/ Store Manager
Oil Express
Des Plaines, IL
09.2009 - 03.2012
Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget.
Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
Managed inventory control, cash control and store opening and closing procedures.
Kept shop areas neat, clean and free of safety hazards.
Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services.
Cleaned automotive service bays and removed debris and [Type] to promote organized work environment.
Lawn Care Worker
Dominic’s Lawn & Snow Removal, Northwest Suburbs
North Chicago, IL
06.2007 - 06.2009
Installed and maintained landscapes at homes, offices and parks.
Rearranged planting beds and flower gardens seasonally.
Operated skid steers, wheel loaders, forklifts and yard goats.
Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
Maintained healthy lawns using tractor attachments such as mower deck and fertilizer spreader.
Removed rocks and other items from lawn for mower safety and clean appearance.
Mowed grass and put down grass seed to promote growth.
Removed grass clippings and leaves from property using blower.
Edged sidewalks, driveways and landscape features using line trimmer.
Drove to 25 prospective client homes to evaluate lawn size and needs, providing accurate pricing estimates and quotations
Accountant 3 – Contractor Pay System(CPS)Team Lead at IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (IDOT)Accountant 3 – Contractor Pay System(CPS)Team Lead at IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (IDOT)