Brooks Burd
Tiffin,OH
Summary
Experienced construction professional with a proven track record in leadership roles overseeing work sites. Skilled in efficiently coordinating projects and fostering a collaborative work environment. Dependable team player committed to delivering results and adapting to changing requirements. Proficient in project management techniques and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foreman
Great Southwestern Construction Inc.
01.2025 - Current
- Directed project according to schedule and quality demands.
- Successfully finished all outages ahead of schedule.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured project milestones were met, overseeing scheduling and execution of construction phases.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
Operator
Michels Power
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Assisted in emergency storm restoration efforts, restoring power to affected communities as quickly as possible.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
Operator
J.W. Didado
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Switched ticket to take job requiring operator with experience drilling in rock.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
Lineman
Kent Power
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Maintained a strong safety record by diligently adhering to OSHA regulations and company policies, ensuring the well-being of both team members and the public.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Enforced adherence to industry best practices, safety protocols and proper installation techniques.
Lead Journeyman Equipment Operator
Vaughn Industries, LLC
06.2013 - 12.2022
- Worked line crew for 6 years and substation for 3 ½ years
- Supervised other employees as needed
- Full compliance with customer safety requirements and PSSEP including THA, JHA and job briefing
- Taught bulldozer, mini-excavator, RTFL, backhoe, skid & track loader, bucket truck and digger derrick to new employees. This included teaching in classroom and hands-on.
- OSHA mandated crane evaluator
- Member of Safety advisory committee from June, 2019 -June 2021
Operations Manager
TRM Properties, Inc.
03.1994 - 04.2013
- Involved in all aspects of the business including finance, payroll, operations, equipment/supplies procurement, sales and marketing.
- Started a safety program and had a 17 year/no injuries record.
- Hired and had oversight of all subcontractors
- Executed daily operations of business. doubled the companies capacity and income in 1995.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Field Project Supervisor
FensterAs GMBH
01.1993 - 03.1994
- Supervised and coordinated activities of workers engaged in preparing and setting modular homes onto site-built foundations.
- Trained and managed 14 german-speaking employees for German company and acted as interpreter and company liaison to American suppliers.
- Was instrumental in bringing affordable manufactured housing to post cold-war East German region from the United States.
- Delivered completed projects on time by prioritizing multiple tasks.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - PowerDelivery Program- Lineworker Certification Program
Northwest Lineman College
Carey, OHNA - Forestry Industry Technologies, SAR, Topography and computer classes
Hocking College
Nelsonville, OH01.1991
Diploma - undefined
Columbian HS
Tiffin, OH01.1989
Skills
- Team supervision
- Detail-oriented analysis
- Strategic decision-making
- Strong verbal skills
- OSHA compliance
- Construction supervision
- Quality control
- Employee training
- Staff management
- Project management
- Blueprint interpretation
Certification
- 27 College credits for Line Erector - Associate of Technical Studies in Construction Technologies
- Class "A" CDL with double/triple trailers and tank endorsements
- 40 hour hazardous waste/hazardous materials training program as required under OSHA 29-cfr 1910.120, 49 CFR 172.700 , & TDG part IX
- NCCCO certified crane operator and rigger 1
- OSHA 10, OSHA 30, OSHA 1910.269
- NFPA 70E Qualified and trained
Timeline
Foreman
Great Southwestern Construction Inc.
01.2025 - Current
Operator
Michels Power
12.2023 - 12.2024
Operator
J.W. Didado
08.2023 - 11.2023
Lineman
Kent Power
02.2023 - 07.2023
Lead Journeyman Equipment Operator
Vaughn Industries, LLC
06.2013 - 12.2022
Operations Manager
TRM Properties, Inc.
03.1994 - 04.2013
Field Project Supervisor
FensterAs GMBH
01.1993 - 03.1994
NA - Forestry Industry Technologies, SAR, Topography and computer classes
Hocking College
Diploma - undefined
Columbian HS
Some College (No Degree) - PowerDelivery Program- Lineworker Certification Program
Northwest Lineman College
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