Brandon Formica
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- Reliable with safety-driven mentality and great written and oral communication skills. Hardworking field employee with proficiency in using variety of tools and equipment in excavating, drilling and construction projects. Accepts constructive criticism to improve skills and job performance.
- Seasoned transportation professional knowledgeable about railway and yard operations. Background overseeing switching, cargo handling and safety needs possessing and advanced understanding.
- Solution-oriented problem-solver with skills in taking reports and keeping detailed records of regular and emergency situations. Stays alert and focused in emergency situations and makes logical decisions to promote personal and employee safety.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Tree Climbing Apprentice
Wright Tree Services
08.2024 - Current
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
- Adhered to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines during daily work activities.
- Exhibited strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, completing tasks diligently.
- Observed experienced professionals in action, gaining valuable insights into best practices within the field.
Conductor
Genesee & Wyoming
02.2018 - 01.2022
- Maintained strict schedules for passengers and cargo.
- Cut, switched and supervised loading and unloading of railcars.
- Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
- Updated maintenance and repair records and reported on notable incidents and accidents during daily routes.
- Negotiated and directed train and rail cars movement.
- Conferred with engineers regarding train routes, timetables and cargoes and discussed alternative routes in response to rail defects or obstructions.
- Inspected train in motion and stationary to determine proper functionality.
- Performed air brake and electrical connection coupling.
Rig Supervisor
NPS
04.2013 - 05.2017
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
- Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
Roughneck
Nabors Drilling
06.2008 - 01.2013
- Unloaded and loaded supplies and equipment from tankers, barges and supply boats.
- Monitored production equipment and pipelines to identify and repair any issues or faults.
- Inspected and tested equipment and pipelines for signs of wear and tear or obstruction.
- Performed diverse manual labor tasks, digging trenches and laying pipes with superior physical endurance.
- Supervised and coordinated daily workflows and delegated roustabout tasks.
- Assisted with rigging and installation of production equipment, pumps and pipes.
- Dug ditches around storage tanks.
- Repaired surface machinery and performed period equipment inspections.
- Offloaded and loaded crane load and assisted crane operator.
- Setup and cleaned up drill rigging area.
- Washed drilling rig and performed regular maintenance and inspections.
- Attended all safety meetings and utilized techniques learned to avoid mishaps on job.
- Assisted roughnecks with tasks and supplied with equipment.
- Erected derricks by bolting together various materials.
- Maintained and repaired production equipment and pipelines to support efficient operations.
- Reported to driller about machine malfunctions or other problems.
- Cleaned up and inspected equipment after use.
- Operated and maintained compressors and blending systems in accordance with requirements.
- Assisted floor hands in cleaning and maintaining floor.
- Connected and disconnected pipes, pumps and other production equipment to support functionality.
- Monitored production levels and adjusted equipment and pipelines to minimize downtime.
- Listened carefully to supervisors to understand directions and then carried out all work responsibilities efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols and regulations when performing roustabout duties, reducing risks and hazards.
Shop Hand
Weatherford Completions
02.2006 - 05.2008
- Maintained and repaired production equipment to support efficient operations.
- Assisted roughnecks with tasks and supplied with equipment.
- Followed safety protocols and regulations when performing duties, reducing risks and hazards.
- Attended all safety meetings and utilized techniques learned to avoid mishaps on job.
Education
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Bakersfield, CA05.2005
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Managing Performances
- Directing Performers
- Rail Operations
- Inspect Job Sites
- Project Leadership
- Verify Work Quality
- Rigging and Setting
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Methods of Production
- Maintaining PPE
- Derrick Maintenance
- Time Management
- Safety awareness
Timeline
Tree Climbing Apprentice
Wright Tree Services
08.2024 - Current
Conductor
Genesee & Wyoming
02.2018 - 01.2022
Rig Supervisor
NPS
04.2013 - 05.2017
Roughneck
Nabors Drilling
06.2008 - 01.2013
Shop Hand
Weatherford Completions
02.2006 - 05.2008
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
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