Ben Brister
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Motivated crew lead with proven skills in team management, task delegation, and process improvements. Drove productivity enhancements while ensuring safety compliance and effective communication among team members and management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Lead
Headwaters Inc
Madison, MS
01.2026 - Current
- Coordinated task assignments to optimize productivity and maintain efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced operational delays.
- Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
- Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, to keep everyone informed.
- Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
- Collaborated with other Crew Leads to share best practices, driving continuous improvement across teams.
- Instructed crew members in safe work practices and methods to reduce work-related injuries.
Ground Maintenance Crew/ Mechanical Helper
Turner Specialty Services
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues, contributing to timely repairs and minimal downtime.
- Utilized hand and power tools effectively for various maintenance tasks and repairs.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas, adhering to safety standards and organizational policies.
- Assisted in assembly and disassembly of mechanical components for various projects.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to enhance operational efficiency.
Crew Member
Cleggs Nursery
Denham Springs, LA
05.2018 - 09.2021
- Assisted customers in selecting plants and gardening supplies, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Collaborated with team members to restock inventory, ensuring availability of popular items for customers.
- Provided guidance on plant care and maintenance, fostering customer loyalty through expert advice.
- Trained new crew members on operational procedures, promoting a cohesive and knowledgeable team environment.
- Operated fork lift and bobcat.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technologies/ Supervision
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA12-2025
Skills
- Team management
- Motivational leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Task delegation
- Verbal and written communication
- Multitasking and organization
- Documentation and reporting
- Proactive problem-solving
- Heavy lifting
- Skilled in forklifts and bobcat equipment
- Hand and power tool operation
- Punctual and dependable
Timeline
Crew Lead
Headwaters Inc
01.2026 - Current
Ground Maintenance Crew/ Mechanical Helper
Turner Specialty Services
05.2024 - 08.2025
Crew Member
Cleggs Nursery
05.2018 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technologies/ Supervision
Southeastern Louisiana University