Chris Conway
Chatom
Summary
Seasoned professional bringing advanced route planning and load management abilities developed over several years of transportation experience. Solid safety record with strong commitment to successful operations and customer satisfaction. Highly organized individual with defensive driving expertise.
Seasoned Owner/Operator with relevant experience in business management and operations. Possess skills in team leadership, strategic planning, and customer service. Known for driving operational growth and achieving business goals. Contributed to profitability and success of previous ventures through effective oversight and hands-on involvement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner and Operator
Conway Land Management LLC
12.2021 - Current
- I offer land management services that include Storm Clean up Services.
- I hire, train and manage employees.
- Operate heavy equipment and do all services and maintenance.
- Managed daily operations of land management projects and resource allocation.
- Oversaw compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
- Developed relationships with clients to ensure project satisfaction and collaboration.
- Supervised staff training on land management techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented efficient workflows to enhance productivity in land projects.
- Conducted site assessments to evaluate land conditions and project needs.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
- Operated excavators to complete excavation and grading tasks efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment at job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute site preparation projects.
- Operated excavator to dig trenches, footings, and foundations for structures and utility lines.
- Loaded truck beds with excess soil and debris from excavation sites.
- Performed daily maintenance on excavator such as checking fluid levels, lubricating parts, and replacing worn or damaged components.
- Operated skid steer to move materials and assist in site preparation.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for various construction projects efficiently.
Maintenance Supervisor
Southern Tank Leasing
McIntosh
08.2020 - 10.2024
- Supervised daily maintenance activities for equipment and facilities.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules to ensure operational efficiency.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols and maintenance procedures.
- Inspected machinery to identify issues and recommend repairs.
- Developed work plans to address maintenance needs effectively.
- Managed inventory of tools and supplies for maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with other departments to support facility operations.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Scheduled repair and maintenance of machines, tools and equipment to support continuous production operations.
- Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed by employees while performing maintenance tasks.
- Supervised technicians on repair and installation of machines or systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Scheduled and coordinated preventative maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
- Oversaw team in completing job tasks quickly and accurately with appropriate use of instruments and tools.
Production Operator
Phoenix Services
Calvert
10.2018 - 08.2020
- Steel Mill in Calvert, AL
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment for all staff.
- Assisted in training new employees on equipment operation and safety practices.
- Completed housekeeping and maintenance duties to keep production area safe, organized and ready for next shift.
- Inspected finished goods for defects prior to packaging or shipping out to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by disposing of waste materials properly according to company policies.
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on machines used in the production process including lubrication tasks and minor repairs.
- Attended regular training sessions to increase machine operating skills.
- Reviewed job specifications to properly set up machines.
- Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes. to move materials around the facility safely.
Owner and Operator
Conway's Tires
03.2015 - 10.2018
- Offered tire sales and maintenance.
- Managed employees and customer relations.
- Oversaw compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
- Developed relationships with clients to ensure project satisfaction and collaboration.
- Managed daily tire sales operations and staff scheduling.
- Trained team members on product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote tire products effectively.
- Oversaw inventory management and supply chain coordination.
- Collaborated with suppliers to ensure timely product availability.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction.
- Analyzed market trends to adjust sales approaches accordingly.
- Led staff meetings to communicate goals and performance updates.
- Documented tire repair and maintenance performed in computer system records.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding product quality or service issues promptly.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss performance goals and objectives.
- Assessed and diagnosed customer needs for tires, services and other products, responded to questions and delivered superior service resulting in repeat business.
- Researched competitor merchandise and services to promote benefits of company offerings and boost sales.
- Managed tire sales, repair and installation and performed periodic quality checks.
- Communicated with vendors to learn about latest products and negotiate deals.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing excellent customer service.
Education
High School -
Pacific High School
Skills
- Time management
- Motivated and driven to be successful
- Problem solving and resourceful
- Operates equipment well
- Accepts criticism and advice
- Manages employees well
Timeline
Owner and Operator
Conway Land Management LLC
12.2021 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
Southern Tank Leasing
08.2020 - 10.2024
Production Operator
Phoenix Services
10.2018 - 08.2020
Owner and Operator
Conway's Tires
03.2015 - 10.2018
High School -
Pacific High School