Allen Adkins
Providence Forge,VA
Summary
Adept at leading teams and managing equipment operations, My tenure at Virginia Department of Transportation showcases problem-solving prowess and commitment to safety compliance. Mastering both hard skills like equipment operation and soft skills such as effective communication, I significantly enhance operational efficiency and safety standards. Operations professional with track record of maintaining high standards and delivering results in construction environments. Proven ability to ensure smooth operations and uphold stringent safety protocols. Known for strong collaboration skills and adaptability to changing demands, with focus on precision and problem-solving.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation II Operator
Virginia Department of Transportation
08.2022 - Current
- Performed minor maintenance and repairs on equipment
- Manual labor including, repairing/replacing signs and delineator's
- Brush Removal, Tree removal, pipe replacement and repairs, ditching/drainage, erosion control, litter removal, dead animal removal
- Office experience to include; completing and turning daily timesheets, HMMS, Cardinal, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Spreadsheets, Emails
- Perform monthly facility safety inspections for three locations to include New Kent AHQ, Toe Ink, And Slatersville
- Leading crews to complete task such as working with the Vac-All contractor to open, clean, and restore pipe flow.
- Leading Crews on road widening projects to include proper signage for the workzone, overseeing equipment operators to ensure safe operating practices and ensure quality productivity in a timely manner
- Leading crews in mowing operations such as slope mowers, zero turns, as well as tractors with bush hogs
- Leading crews in asphalt application, to include cold patch, hot box pot hole repair, shoulder repair using a motorgrader to apply asphalt, full lane patches using the motorgrader as well
- Leading crews to work with the contractor Ender to fix/repair potholes using the skim patch method
- Leading crews in applying tar and rock over previous asphalt applications
Facilities Maintenance Mechanic
Owens Illinois
12.2010 - 05.2022
- Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with sanitation crews on shop floor upkeep and repairs.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Performed Monthly Safety inspections
- Practice LOTO (Lockout Tag Out) to ensure safety on equipment
Education
Electrical
New Horizons Adult Education
Hampton,Va07-2014
High School Diploma -
Charles City County High School
Charles City, VA06-2009
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Troubleshooting
- Safety
- Equipment Operation; Mowers, Tractors, Backhoe, Motor grader, Roller, Excavator, Skid steer
- Efficient multitasking
- Effective Communication
- Safety Compliance
Timeline
Transportation II Operator
Virginia Department of Transportation
08.2022 - Current
Facilities Maintenance Mechanic
Owens Illinois
12.2010 - 05.2022
Electrical
New Horizons Adult Education
High School Diploma -
Charles City County High School
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