Brian Hodge
Johnson City,TN
Summary
Proven ability to enhance team productivity through effective training and mentoring. Committed to safety protocols and achieving high-quality results in all projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Laborer
City of Johnson City, Tennessee
Johnson City, TN
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
- Operated heavy machinery such as mixers, pumps, and power tools to expedite the concrete pouring process.
- Completed various concrete finishing tasks including screeding, edging, and floating for high-quality results.
- Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Contributed to a clean work environment by performing daily job site cleanup tasks, promoting overall safety standards.
Flooring Associate
Mullican Flooring
Johnson City, TN
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues during large-scale projects, streamlining communication between team members for consistent progress updates.
- Increased sales revenue with effective upselling of additional products and services during the consultation process.
- Developed trusted relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing without compromising on quality or service standards.
- Promoted company brand awareness through active participation in local trade shows, conventions, and marketing events.
- Maintained a well-organized showroom, showcasing various flooring options for easy customer access and navigation.
- Cut and trimmed flooring to fit around obstacles and within tight spaces.
Manager
H&H Moving
Johnson City, TN
05.2012 - 05.2024
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Machine Operator
American Water Heater
03.2011 - 04.2012
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
Assembly Line Worker
Exide Battery
Bristol, TN
03.2010 - 03.2011
- Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
- Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere, fostering strong relationships with colleagues while maintaining professionalism and focus on tasks at hand.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Reduced product defects by maintaining a clean work environment and adhering to strict quality control standards.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Happy Valley
Elizabethton Skills
- Demolition work
- Safety protocols
- Hand tool proficiency
- Site preparation
- Power tool operation
- Concrete finishing
- Slab pouring
- Leveling and grading
- Heavy equipment operation
- Forklift operation
- Personal protective equipment
- Finishing techniques
- Supply management
- Training and mentoring
- Critical thinking
- Basic mathematics
- Decision-making
- Work scheduling
Timeline
Concrete Laborer
City of Johnson City, Tennessee
10.2024 - 03.2025
Flooring Associate
Mullican Flooring
10.2023 - 10.2024
Manager
H&H Moving
05.2012 - 05.2024
Machine Operator
American Water Heater
03.2011 - 04.2012
Assembly Line Worker
Exide Battery
03.2010 - 03.2011
High School Diploma -
Happy Valley