Benjamin Horton
Yakima,USA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as Foreman at Yakima Valley Recovery, specializing in project budgeting and hazard inspection.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Temporary Worker
People Ready Staffing
Yakima, WA
01.2013 - Current
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Wildland Firefighter
North Pacific Forestry
Salem, OR
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Participated in post-incident reviews following successful completion of a wildfire assignment.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior.
- Assisted in hazardous fuels reduction projects such as cutting brush, felling trees, and chipping debris.
- Inspected assigned area for new starts, smoke sightings, or other signs of active fires.
- Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots and reduce the risk of further spread.
- Utilized GPS systems to map out areas burned by wildfires and create accurate records of fire perimeters.
Foreman
Yakima Valley Recovery
Wapato, WA
03.2013 - 11.2021
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Communicated regularly with subcontractors regarding project timelines.
- Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
- Prepared budgets for projects based on labor costs and materials needed.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Studies
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06.2023
Skills
- Machinery operation
- Project budgeting
- Hazard inspection
- Inventory management
- Customer satisfaction
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
North Pacific Forestry
07.2023 - 03.2025
Foreman
Yakima Valley Recovery
03.2013 - 11.2021
Temporary Worker
People Ready Staffing
01.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Social Studies
Central Washington University