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Blake Elliott

West Bend,WI

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Refuse Collector

GFL Environmental
Horicon, WI
11.2021 - Current
  • Inspected refuse collection vehicles to ensure they were in good working order.
  • Loaded and unloaded refuse onto trucks using specialized equipment such as tipper lorries, wheelie bins and cages.
  • Ensured all waste collected was transported safely and securely to disposal sites.
  • Undertook manual lifting tasks, including lifting large or bulky items, when necessary.
  • Followed safe operating procedures at all times while driving collection vehicles on public roads.
  • Communicated effectively with customers regarding collections and enquiries about services provided.
  • Disposed of rubbish responsibly in accordance with relevant legislation and guidelines.
  • Collaborated closely with colleagues throughout the shift ensuring efficient operations at all times.
  • Operated automated or semi-automated hoisting devices to raise bins and dump contents into openings of truck.

Public Works Operator

City of West Bend school district
West Bend, WI
03.2017 - 11.2021
  • Maintained roads, bridges, sidewalks, street signs, drainage systems and other public structures.
  • Performed routine inspections on all equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety standards were met.
  • Patrolled assigned areas for debris or any hazardous conditions that may need immediate attention.
  • Assisted with snow removal operations by plowing streets and clearing sidewalks using snowplows.
  • Installed underground utilities such as water lines, sewer lines and storm drains.
  • Repaired asphalt surfaces by filling potholes and patching cracks.
  • Assisted with underground pipe installation for water mains, sewers and culverts.
  • Designed equipment to aid repair or maintenance of machines, mechanical equipment or building structures.

Public Works Operator

City of West Bend
West Bend, WI
03.2015 - 03.2017
  • Operated a variety of heavy construction equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators to perform various tasks in the maintenance and repair of public works projects.
  • Maintained roads, bridges, sidewalks, street signs, drainage systems and other public structures.
  • Performed routine inspections on all equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety standards were met.
  • Repaired asphalt surfaces by filling potholes and patching cracks.
  • Constructed curbs and gutters for new roadways or existing ones requiring repairs.
  • Assisted with underground pipe installation for water mains, sewers and culverts.
  • Cleaned ditches to prevent flooding due to clogged drains or blocked waterways.
  • Measured distances for earthwork calculations; operated surveying instruments such as transits level rods.
  • Operated jackhammers to break up concrete or asphalt surfaces during roadway reconstruction projects.

Truck Sales and Custom Truck Building

Bob Fish Buick GMC Truck
West Bend, WI
02.2010 - 03.2015
  • Assisted customers in selecting a vehicle that best fits their budget and lifestyle.
  • Built relationships with customers to increase loyalty and repeat business opportunities.
  • Generated quotes for potential buyers based on requested options, packages, and financing terms.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone calls, emails or online chat services.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice Emphasized in Business

Bryant And Stratton
Milwaukee, WI
06.2007

Affiliations

  • enjoy time with my daughter
  • bowling
  • skiing
  • helping people repair their cars and houses in free time

Timeline

Refuse Collector

GFL Environmental
11.2021 - Current

Public Works Operator

City of West Bend school district
03.2017 - 11.2021

Public Works Operator

City of West Bend
03.2015 - 03.2017

Truck Sales and Custom Truck Building

Bob Fish Buick GMC Truck
02.2010 - 03.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice Emphasized in Business

Bryant And Stratton

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