Brian Ruffin
Madisonville,KY
Summary
Results-driven City Superintendent with expertise in project management, safety compliance, and staff training. Proven ability to oversee operations, ensuring quality standards and budget adherence in city infrastructure projects.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
Work History
City Superintendent
City of Hanson
Hanson, Kentucky
2020.03 - 2026.03
- Managed daily operations of city maintenance and infrastructure projects.
- Established procedures for project completion within budgets and timelines, ensuring accountability.
- Collaborated with contractors on project specifications and timelines.
- Conducted regular inspections to assess project progress and quality standards.
- Developed maintenance schedules for city facilities and public spaces.
- Oversaw staff training programs to improve team skills and operational efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Ensured that all equipment is properly maintained and serviced in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines.
- Coordinated material procurement with suppliers to ensure timely delivery at job sites.
- Assisted in preparing bids for new projects by analyzing blueprints, specifications and other documentation related to the project.
- Supervised personnel to carry out maintenance on properties, buildings and fixtures.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
Construction Superintendent
Crown Contracting
Princeton, KY
2019.03 - 2020.03
- Supervised daily construction operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Monitored labor productivity levels and implemented strategies to enhance efficiency while upholding quality standards.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, and owners' representatives to resolve issues and ensure project alignment.
- Coordinated material deliveries with suppliers to ensure timely availability of materials for continuous job site operations.
- Educated employees in proper use of personal protective equipment and enforced safety requirements to minimize workplace accidents.
- Reviewed project plans, specifications, and change orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Maintained written daily log of job site activities for permanent records.
Public Works Director
Hopkins County Fiscal Court
Madisonville, Kentucky
2018.07 - 2019.01
- Managed maintenance of roads, bridges, and public facilities to ensure safety and accessibility.
- Led staff in daily operations and project execution to meet departmental goals and community needs.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with local government officials on infrastructure planning.
- Developed budgets for public works departments and projects.
- Coordinated with other departments in order to maximize resources and ensure efficient operation of the Public Works Department.
- Compiled monthly reports detailing progress on departmental objectives to inform stakeholders.
- Recruited and interviewed prospective hires by asking questions about backgrounds, skills and experience.
- Participated in conferences, workshops, seminars and meetings as a representative of the Public Works Department.
Maintenance Supervisor
Hopkins County Fiscal Court
Madisonville, Kentucky
2010.11 - 2019.01
- Supervised daily maintenance operations for county facilities and equipment.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules to maximize equipment uptime.
- Managed a team of technicians to complete repair tasks on time.
- Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and prioritized jobs to meet deadlines.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Prepared and monitored the budget to maintain financial health of the maintenance department.
- Developed inventory management systems for maintenance supplies and tools.
- Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
Education
Utility Management - Utility Management
Utility Management
Kentucky Rural Water 2023-12
Road Scholar / Road Master Program - Road Scholar / Road Master
University of Kentucky College of Engineering
Lexington, KY2011-11
High School Diploma -
Caldwell County High School
Princeton, Ky1989-05
Diesel Mechanics - Diesel Mechanics
Madisonville/ Hopkins County Area Vocational Techn
Madisonville, KY1989-05
Welding Technologies - Welding
Caldwell County Vocational School
Princeton, KY1988-05
Skills
- Project management
- Safety compliance
- Compliance auditing
- Staff training
- Equipment maintenance
- Material procurement
- Equipment Operator
- Water Distribution/ Wastewater Collection Operator
Certification
Kentucky Class A CDL w/ Tanker and Passenger Endorsements
Accomplishments
Kentucky League of Cities Level III - Master of City Governance
Timeline
City Superintendent
City of Hanson
2020.03 - 2026.03
Construction Superintendent
Crown Contracting
2019.03 - 2020.03
Public Works Director
Hopkins County Fiscal Court
2018.07 - 2019.01
Maintenance Supervisor
Hopkins County Fiscal Court
2010.11 - 2019.01
Utility Management - Utility Management
Utility Management
Road Scholar / Road Master Program - Road Scholar / Road Master
University of Kentucky College of Engineering
High School Diploma -
Caldwell County High School
Diesel Mechanics - Diesel Mechanics
Madisonville/ Hopkins County Area Vocational Techn
Welding Technologies - Welding
Caldwell County Vocational School