BEN STEPHEN
Longwood
Summary
Knowledgeable person with strong background in identifying and resolving complex issues. Proven track record of successfully implementing effective solutions that enhance efficiency and productivity. Demonstrated ability to leverage problem-solving skills and critical thinking to deliver impactful results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Response Team
Florida Power & Light Company
11.2024 - Current
- Developed strong partnerships with local businesses to secure necessary resources for post-disaster rebuilding initiatives.
- Assisted in the reconstruction of damaged infrastructure, promoting rapid community recovery following disasters.
- Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.
- Coordinated disaster relief efforts following major incidents, working closely with local government agencies to provide aid and assistance to affected communities.
- Supported disaster relief efforts as a member of the team responsible for maintaining and repairing ground support equipment.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Upland Fence & Deck
11.2024 - Current
- Completed projects in a timely manner with precise execution of excavation, grading, and leveling tasks.
- Contributed to a clean work environment by promptly removing debris from construction sites.
- Earned a reputation for reliability and punctuality by consistently arriving on-site prepared to contribute to project goals.
- Demonstrated versatility in tackling various tasks such as debree removal, landscaping, and material handling using the appropriate skid steer attachments.
- Provided valuable input during project planning phases to ensure optimal utilization of skid steer equipment capabilities.
Security Supervisor
Cowboys Orlando
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Maintained a secure environment for employees and visitors by enforcing access control policies and visitor management procedures.
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated with security personnel or other departments to establish safety of visitors and staff.
- Developed and implemented strategies to prevent and respond to security incidents.
- Successfully managed incident response operations during critical situations, ensuring staff and visitor''s safety and minimizing potential damages to company property.
- Reduced incidents of theft and vandalism by closely monitoring surveillance systems and coordinating with law enforcement.
- Developed strong working relationships with local law enforcement agencies to enhance cooperation in incident response situations.
- Led team of security personnel, ensuring high standards of discipline and professionalism were maintained.
Field Operations Manager (volunteer)
CFYFL/American Youth Football
07.2017 - Current
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Played an integral role in scheduling coordination, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum efficiency in field operations execution.
- Partnered across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Green Side Up Land Management
05.2021 - 11.2024
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
- Operator experience includes but not limited to skid steers and excavators.
Groundman
McNally's Trees & Landscaping
04.2020 - 08.2023
- Maintained equipment functionality with regular checks, cleaning, and minor repairs as necessary.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow groundsmen to complete projects efficiently and maintain high-quality standards.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Improved overall grounds appearance with regular mowing, weeding, pruning, and edging tasks.
- Provided exceptional customer service to visitors on the premises while attending to their inquiries or concerns about the grounds.
- Enhanced visibility and improved tree and bush shape through intentional pruning.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes, and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FLSkills
- Emergency planning
- Training and education
- Disaster planning
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Critical Thinking
- Detail Oriented
- Public Safety
- Risk Assessment
- Leadership Development
- Team building
- Conflict Resolution
- Operations Management
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Coordination
- Training & Development
- Worksite safety
- Construction
- Truck loading
- Team-oriented and dependable
- Site preparation
- Demolition experience
- Safety and compliance
- Work planning and scheduling
- Equipment Maintenance
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Power Tools Operation
- Materials Handling
- Safety Procedures
- Security management
- Patrol operations
- Security team management
- Staffing and scheduling
- Skilled in conflict resolution
- Surveillance
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Emergency Response Team
Florida Power & Light Company
11.2024 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Upland Fence & Deck
11.2024 - Current
Security Supervisor
Cowboys Orlando
08.2023 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Green Side Up Land Management
05.2021 - 11.2024
Groundman
McNally's Trees & Landscaping
04.2020 - 08.2023
Field Operations Manager (volunteer)
CFYFL/American Youth Football
07.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
University of North Florida
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