Charles Laverde
Holbrook,PA
Summary
Hardworking Section Foreman with many years of experience in crew management and project scheduling. Expertise in regulatory compliance, planning and budgeting and inventorying. Ambitious, communicative, and dedicated to ensuring all tasks comply with project's protocols.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Section Foreman
Consol Energy Harvey mine
Canonsburg, PA
11.2010 - Current
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
- Supervised a team of 10-15 employees to ensure completion of assigned tasks in a timely manner.
- Resolved conflicts between personnel by identifying the issues at hand and developing effective solutions.
- Identified ways to improve processes for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Participated in team meetings with upper management to discuss workflow optimization strategies.
- Evaluated employee performance on a regular basis in order to identify areas for improvement.
- Adhered to all applicable laws pertaining to workplace safety and environmental protection.
- Enforced safety measures and procedures, which reduced accidents, and mishaps in one year.
- Understood blueprints, schematics, and contract documents and explained tasks to crew.
- Adhered to safety and quality standards.
- Managed company and contract employees for efficient and accurate installations.
- Supervised many employees, pitching in to assist with tasks during peak periods and team member absences.
- Reported progress to managers, engineers, and specialists.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Managed workers at various experience levels in construction and restoration projects.
- Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
- Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
- Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining efficient workplace.
- Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Directed and coordinated production activities, encouraging employees to meet specifications.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
- Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Recommended opportunities for growth and advancement to motivate employees.
- Evaluated and assessed personnel to identify potential candidates for promotion.
Automotive Technician
C Harper chevrolet
Belle Vernon, PA
04.2003 - 10.2010
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using specialized computer software and diagnostic tools.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Conducted scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups, and filter replacements.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Adjusted headlights for proper alignment per customer request.
- Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
- Provided accurate estimates of repair times to customers prior to work being performed.
- Assisted in the diagnosis of complex electrical issues using appropriate test equipment.
- Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
- Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with customers regarding their automotive needs.
- Maintained a clean working environment at all times.
- Attended technical training courses when available to increase knowledge base.
- Communicated effectively with customers about repair progress and costs involved.
- Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning quality control standards.
- Identified recurring problems reported by customers in order to develop solutions that prevent future occurrences.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
- Examined and inspected damaged vehicles, estimating repair costs prior to performing service.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis to customer and outlined proposed repair plan and associated costs.
- Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
- Utilized infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices to test vehicle components and systems.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Tested engine, safety and combustion control standards to comply with state vehicle requirements.
- Kept team in compliance with shop and manufacturer specifications for repairs and maintenance services.
- Filed records with state as part of performing vehicle safety inspections.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Conferred with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and discuss work or future repair requirements.
- Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
Education
Automotive Technology - Automotive Technology
Vale Technical Institute
Blairsville, PA02-1991
High School Diploma -
Jefferson Morgan Junior-senior High School
Jefferson, PA06-1990
Skills
- Task Delegation
- Team leadership skills
- Personnel Training
- Site Inspections
- Technical knowledge
- Managerial experience
- Subcontractor Management
- Worksite safety
- Job Planning
- OSHA Compliance
- Site Inspection
- Materials Management
- Scaffolding Set Up
- Operations supervision
- Workplace Safety
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Project Leadership
- Daily Reporting
- Fall protection
- Job site management
- Effective Communication
- Project Planning
- Employee Training
- Crew Leadership
- Physical Stamina
- Production and processing
- Dimensions and Measurements
- Project deadlines
- Staff Management
- Quality Control
- Project Management
- Critical Thinking
- OSHA Regulations
- Heavy Lifting
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Safety policies and procedures
- Attention to Detail
- Safety oversight
- Workforce Management
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Cultural Sensitivity
Affiliations
- hunting,fishing,and camping.
Certification
- Pennsylvania assistant mine foreman certification, federal gas card, pennsylvania black hat
Timeline
Section Foreman
Consol Energy Harvey mine
11.2010 - Current
Automotive Technician
C Harper chevrolet
04.2003 - 10.2010
Automotive Technology - Automotive Technology
Vale Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Jefferson Morgan Junior-senior High School
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