Benjamin M. Shapiro
Suffolk,Suffolk, Virginia
Summary
Effective at staying on top of regular lubrication and maintenance needs, as well as troubleshooting and diagnosing problems. Well-organized and efficient with good communication and planning skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oiler
Maxim Crane Works
Ashland, VA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Inspected fuel, water, oil and slop oil tank levels.
- Checked machines and components for malfunctions and maintenance needs.
- Completed repairs and maintenance service on cranes.
- Greased bearings, chains and shafts.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Traffic Signal Technician
Public Works Operations Center
, VA
02.2017 - 02.2022
- Troubleshoot a variety of traffic signal malfunctions to include solid state controller cabinet components such as signal controllers, conflict monitors, and load switches; then replace or repair components as necessary to restore normal operation
- Assist in installing and wiring traffic signal fixtures on span wire using messenger hangers or on mast arm signal poles using astro-brackets
- Assist with the installation of underground conduit, junction boxes or side-of-pole risers required for routing electrical wiring for traffic signal lights at intersections
- Provide routine maintenance and repairs on traffic signal fixtures in intersections such as replacement of light bulbs, visors, lenses, reflector assemblies, and LED signal displays utilizing aerial bucket trucks and in accordance with work zone and operational safety guidelines
- Operate one or more types of automotive equipment such as aerial bucket truck, line trucks, crash cushion truck, utility van, forklift or pickup truck
- Utilize a variety of hand tools and power tools such as drills, grinders, reciprocating saws, etc
- Conduct research on traffic delays and issues, take notes on timing, vehicle volume and vehicle speed
- Identify most efficient methods to improve traffic flow by analyzing traffic data
- Track time and material for individual jobs using City specific software operating system.
Helper
Precession Wordworking
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Installed hardware such as hinges, handles, catches, or drawer pulls using hand tools
- Attached parts or subassemblies to form completed units using glue, dowels, nails, or screws
- Dipped, brushed, or sprayed assembled articles with protective or decorative finishes
- Performed final touch-ups with sandpaper or steel wool
- Trimmed, sanded, or scraped surfaces or joints to prepare articles for finishing and other assigned duties.
Assistant
Puckstop Enterprises
, VA
01.2010 - 02.2017
- Operated vehicles and powered equipment, such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, and pruning saws
- Mowed or edged lawns, using power mowers or edger
- Shoveled snow from walks, driveways, or parking lots and spread salt in those areas
- Cared for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, removing thatch, trimming, and edging
- Used hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, saws, hedge or brush trimmers, and axes
- Trim or pick flowers and clean flower beds, and other assigned duties.
Education
pursuit of Certification in Electrical Wiring -
Tidewater Community College
undefined
Chowan University
undefined
Kings Fork High School
2016
Skills
- Regulatory Standards
- Time Management
- Project Deadlines
- Company Quality Standards
Certification
Class A Commercial Driver’s License
International Municipal Signal Association as Traffic Signal Technician Level 2
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
VDOT Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control Training and Flagger Certification
NCS Lift Truck Certified
Fork Lift Operation Certified
Snow Plow Operation Certified
Affiliations
Since February 2017 I have been a Traffic Signal Technician with the City of Suffolk, Public Works Traffic
Engineering Division. Through this position I have acquired a Class A Commercial Driver’s License,
International Municipal Signal Association Traffic Signal Technician Level II, VDOT Intermediate Work Zone
and other certifications. Additionally, I work 24 hour-on call time in all-weather situations. This occupational
experience has provided opportunity and training for me with a variety of work environments and with many
types of heavy equipment. Member of the Hampton Roads Public Works Academy
Member of International Municipal Signal Association
Former volunteer with Special Olympics
Timeline
Oiler
Maxim Crane Works
01.2022 - 05.2022
Traffic Signal Technician
Public Works Operations Center
02.2017 - 02.2022
Helper
Precession Wordworking
07.2015 - 06.2017
Assistant
Puckstop Enterprises
01.2010 - 02.2017
pursuit of Certification in Electrical Wiring -
Tidewater Community College
undefined
Chowan University
undefined
Kings Fork High School
Similar Profiles
Brian BakerBrian Baker
Heavy Haul Driver at Maxim Crane WorksHeavy Haul Driver at Maxim Crane Works
TRENDA WEBERTRENDA WEBER
Dispatcher Manager at Maxim Crane Works, LPDispatcher Manager at Maxim Crane Works, LP
Stephen HoltStephen Holt
IT Support Analyst at Maxim Crane WorksIT Support Analyst at Maxim Crane Works
Michael EllisonMichael Ellison
Crane Operator at Maxim Crane WorksCrane Operator at Maxim Crane Works
Lisa SmithLisa Smith
Nurse Care Manager at Included HealthNurse Care Manager at Included Health