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Benjamin Richey

Hemet,CA

Summary

Accomplished Supervisor of Operations at Osmose Utilities Services Inc, adept in strategic planning and team development. Enhanced safety performance annually, ensuring compliance and exceeding production targets. Skilled in logistics oversight and staff evaluation, fostering customer satisfaction and operational excellence. Demonstrates exceptional management and customer service abilities, contributing to significant project successes across multiple states.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor of Operations

Osmose Utilities Services Inc
06.2022 - Current
  • Established positive and effective communication among crews and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Ensure adherence to the company's safety standards. Provide training and supervision to field crews to recognize and mitigate workplace hazards. Oversee the driving practices of employees authorized to operate company vehicles. Enhance safety performance annually, as indicated by published safety metrics.
  • Train, and equipped field crews to consistently deliver high-quality work. Guarantee that all contract terms and conditions are fulfilled to the customer's complete satisfaction
  • Furnish field crew personnel with the necessary work environment, tools, and expertise to meet and surpass production targets. Ensured that crews under my supervision worked a full week with complete staffing. Cultivate effective work practices and maintain a steady pace to meet or exceed job completion deadlines.
  • Oversaw and managed spending on expense items such as fuel, vehicle maintenance, vehicle usage, tools, supplies, lodging, and living allowances to ensure they remain within acceptable limits. Reviewed and approved crew payrolls weekly to check for accuracy, errors, and inconsistencies.
  • Contributed to projects and planning for multiple project throughout the US in multiple states.

Foreman

Osmose Utilities Services Inc
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Effectively managed crew to meet safety, quality, production, expense control, and crew management goals.
  • Performed work according to contract specifications.
  • Maintained good customer and public relations.
  • Operated vehicle to transport material, equipment, and crew to and from job site.
  • Collected, recorded, and submitted data on a computer device related to work performed.
  • Enforced and complied with all company and/or customer-required policies and procedures including but not limited to crew member discipline and documentation, a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace, prohibition of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.
  • Ensure accurate timekeeping and payroll for crew.
  • Responsible for all vehicles and equipment used by the crew including maintenance of tools and equipment and routine maintenance on vehicles.

Fire Captain

Consumer Fire Products Inc
08.2019 - 05.2021
  • Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
  • Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
  • Directed work of 8 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
  • Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
  • Oversaw scene operations and assigned firefighters to strategic locations.

Firefighter

Cal Fire RRU
01.2009 - 08.2019
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
  • Controlled hazardous materials and waste incidents to avoid fires and injuries.
  • Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.

Public Safety Officer

Pechanga Resort Casino
10.2009 - 03.2016
  • Answered emergency calls
  • Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
  • Patrolled assigned areas on foot, or by vehicle.
  • Applied principles of law enforcement and fire protection.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Safely used firearms and other modern police equipment.
  • Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
  • Monitored criminal activity to identify suspicious activity.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.

Education

No Degree - Fire Science

Riverside Community College
Riverside, CA

High School Diploma -

Martin Luther King Jr. High School
Riverside, CA
06.2006

Skills

  • Staff Evaluation
  • Maintenance Oversight
  • Logistics Oversight
  • Team Development
  • Production
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Document Control
  • Performance monitoring
  • Customer Service
  • Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operations Monitoring

Timeline

Supervisor of Operations

Osmose Utilities Services Inc
06.2022 - Current

Foreman

Osmose Utilities Services Inc
06.2021 - 06.2022

Fire Captain

Consumer Fire Products Inc
08.2019 - 05.2021

Public Safety Officer

Pechanga Resort Casino
10.2009 - 03.2016

Firefighter

Cal Fire RRU
01.2009 - 08.2019

No Degree - Fire Science

Riverside Community College

High School Diploma -

Martin Luther King Jr. High School
Benjamin Richey