Adam J. Burkham
Paris,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable and reliabe Supervisor/Foreman. I am familiar with safety regulations and construction practices, as well as how to use all manner of construction equipment. In addition, I am a professional who has management and lead experience. I have excellent interpersonal skills and work in a timely and efficient manner to see tough jobs through to completion, all the while adhering to all policies. I see myself as an asset to any company, and take pride in my daily work.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental/Erosion Superintendent
Blue Ridge Power
Fayetteville, NC
05.2023 - Current
- Supervised construction teams, ensuring adherence to project timelines and safety regulations.
- Coordinated daily operations, optimizing resources and workflows for increased productivity.
- Mentored junior staff, enhancing skillsets and promoting a culture of safety and efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures, reducing errors and improving overall project outcomes.
- Managed equipment utilization, maintaining operational readiness and minimizing downtime.
- Established effective communication channels among team members, fostering collaboration and problem-solving.
- Conducted site inspections, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Developed training programs for new hires, reinforcing company standards and operational procedures.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
- Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
- Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing a team of skilled workers.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Collaborated with subcontractors for seamless coordination of work scopes, ensuring smooth project execution from start to finish.
- Established open lines of communication with clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns promptly.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Aerotek
Odessa, TX
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle any team need
- Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on any project requirement and keep teams on tight schedules
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving
- Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as solar panels and torque tube stacks
- Operated 10K Loader, skidsteers, and forklifts on regular basis with advanced skill
- Supported Torque Tube Racking operations through careful and consistent operation of forklift and skidsteer
- Moved materials around construction site
- Kept careful records of all fuel that was used for front end loader, turning logs in daily to Granite Construction
Derrickhand
Cactus Drilling Company
Oklahoma City, OK
02.2011 - 07.2017
- Guided the stands of the drill pipe into the fingers at the top of the Derrick
- Monitored pH and calcium levels, viscosity and the mud weight (density), added chemicals and oil based fluids, and being responsible for the shale shakers and mud pump
- Identified any hazards and implemented sufficient controls to prevent incidents
- Worked in a safe and efficient manner under the direct supervision of the driller
- Operated machinery on location as needed
Floorhand
Patterson-Uti Drilling Company
Dickinson, ND
08.2008 - 02.2011
- Assisted in the operation and maintenance of the rig's drilling equipment as required by the Driller and Rig Manager
- Carried out routine maintenance of drilling and other equipment, and cleaning and painting on the rig floor, or any other area as requested by the Driller
- Operated heavy machinery
- Tripped drilling pipe in and out of the hole using power tongs
- Operated hydraulic choke manifolds
- Completed various tasks, such as: pump changes, rig cleanliness, and maintenance of all components of an oil well
Drop-Team Manager
Choctaw Casinos
Durant, OK
05.2006 - 05.2008
- Supervised the collection of and revenue count from slot machine and table games
- Provided excellent Guest Service to guests, internal and external through active guest engagement and positive attitude
- Responsible for reconcile, recording and mainenance of revenue information
- Studied, understood, and adhered to all policies and procedures of the Casino and Finance Department
Education
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OKHugo High School
Hugo, OK05.1999
Skills
- Safe equipment operation
- New construction and renovation
- Interpreting maps and instructions
- Front end loader operations
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Materials movement
- Effective communication skills
- Safety and compliance
- Preventive and reparative maintenance
- Following directions
- Ground disturbance issues
- Construction background
- Project management
Certification
(QCIS) Qualified Compliance Inspector of Stormwater
Timeline
Environmental/Erosion Superintendent
Blue Ridge Power
05.2023 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Aerotek
10.2017 - 07.2019
Derrickhand
Cactus Drilling Company
02.2011 - 07.2017
Floorhand
Patterson-Uti Drilling Company
08.2008 - 02.2011
Drop-Team Manager
Choctaw Casinos
05.2006 - 05.2008
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Hugo High School