Charles Kovach
Godfrey,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Vacuum Truck Operator
Jarrett Industries
Wood River, Illinois
08.2026 - Current
- Operated vacuum truck for industrial cleanup and material removal.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during loading, unloading, transporting, and storing of hazardous materials to mitigate risks and promote workplace safety.
- Followed safety rules, PPE requirements, and environmental procedures.
- Completed service logs, inspection forms, and disposal paperwork to ensure accurate record-keeping and regulatory compliance.
- Inspected hoses, pumps, and fittings before daily service runs.
Ready Mix Driver
KIENSTRA READY MIX
Granite City, Illinois
12.2023 - 08.2026
- Monitored slump and temperature of concrete to meet customer specifications.
- Conducted pre- and post-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safety and reliability.
- Maintained proper slump and temperature of concrete in line with customer needs.
- Performed pre- and post-trip inspections on vehicles to identify and note concerns.
- Washed and inspected trucks after each shift to uphold cleanliness and operational standards.
Production Worker
H&H Metal Fabrication
St Louis, Missouri
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Adhered to safety procedures and guidelines, ensuring safe working environments for team members.
- Assembled products based on daily work orders and customer specifications.
- Operated saws, presses, grinders, and hand tools safely during daily production.
- Operated saws, presses, grinders, and hand tools, supporting efficient production processes.
Blow Mold Operator
Altium Packaging
Dupo, Illinois
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Diagnosed equipment problems by analyzing test results and machine error messages.
- Resolved startup and production issues, ensuring adherence to blow process sequence.
- Analyzed test results, machine error messages and information to diagnose equipment problems.
- Conducted routine cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks to ensure equipment reliability.
Assistant Plumber/Inventory Specialist
Thad Ellet Plumbing
Herrin, Illinois
10.2017 - 04.2020
- Executed basic and semi-skilled plumbing tasks under guidance of lead plumber.
- Followed detailed instructions from lead plumber to ensure tasks were completed correctly. from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on daily basis.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on a daily basis.
Education
GED -
Alternative And Adult Education
Palmer, AKSkills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Material handling
- Vacuum truck operation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Truck operation
- Safety regulations
- Clear communication
- Time management
- Maintenance records
Military Service
U.S. Army, PFC. UAV Operator
Timeline
Vacuum Truck Operator
Jarrett Industries
08.2026 - Current
Ready Mix Driver
KIENSTRA READY MIX
12.2023 - 08.2026
Production Worker
H&H Metal Fabrication
11.2022 - 08.2023
Blow Mold Operator
Altium Packaging
02.2021 - 11.2022
Assistant Plumber/Inventory Specialist
Thad Ellet Plumbing
10.2017 - 04.2020
GED -
Alternative And Adult Education