Cory Rutherford
Rock Springs
Summary
Experienced construction professional specializing in crew supervision and project management. Demonstrates strong skills in complex problem solving and site safety management, contributing to successful project completions and high team performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
12
12
Certifications
Work History
Crew Supervisor
Wire Brother Inc
Rock Springs
02.2016 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team performance and outcomes.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and resolve product and service issues.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Performed routine maintenance and repair on equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and site preparation.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills, and sanders on projects.
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
- Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
- Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
- Assisted in the preparation of construction sites by clearing debris, leveling ground and erecting scaffolding.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on all tools used during the construction process ensuring that they were properly functioning at all times.
- Built temporary supports during construction processes such as shoring up beams or columns until they are set in place permanently.
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
- Operated a variety of tools to excavate, move and grade earth for foundations, trenches and roads.
- Installed formwork for concrete structures according to specifications.
- Followed blueprints or engineering plans to determine the best methods of assembling structures.
- Maintained baseline safety knowledge to improve deficient areas and meet code.
- Lifted heavy objects into place with cranes or hoists.
- Assembled structural components, replacing parts to meet regulatory code standards.
- Monitored progress of construction activities making sure deadlines were met.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Maintained accurate records documenting project progress, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Performed lock-out-tag-out procedures on equipment prior to service work to promote workplace safety.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Loaded construction materials and tools into vehicles for transport and unloaded them at job sites.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.
- Operated heavy machinery for pipeline installation and maintenance tasks.
- Inspected pipelines for damage and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in trenching and backfilling operations to support pipeline projects.
- Helped lay out the line of a new pipeline route according to project plans.
- Utilized pressure gauges and leak detectors to inspect pipelines for leaks.
- Provided support services such as digging holes, mixing concrete, and compacting soil around pipes.
- Assisted with the installation of pipelines by using various tools and equipment such as shovels, backhoes, and augers.
- Attended training sessions related to safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Removed soil or debris from trenches around pipes before installing them.
- Arranged construction materials according to project needs.
- Operated heavy machinery including bulldozers, tractors, excavators, loaders, and backhoes.
- Measured and marked right-of-way for pipeline ditches with tape measures and paint.
- Preserved integrity of pipelines by digging trenches for new installation or repairing existing lines.
- Installed valves on pipelines to regulate flow of material through them.
- Utilized chainsaws and axes to remove trees and brush from pipeline right-of-way.
- Replaced corroded pipes with new ones as part of regular maintenance activities.
- Checked pressure levels within pipelines regularly using specialized gauges or meters.
- Inspected pipelines for structural integrity prior to installation or repair.
- Conducted tests on newly installed pipelines to check their performance.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
- Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Estimated time and material costs to include in project plans.
- Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
- Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance activities.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate timely deliveries and route adjustments.
- Adhered to all federal and state transportation regulations during operations.
- Loaded and secured cargo following best practices for safe transport.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Resolved minor mechanical issues to minimize downtime during trips.
- Adhered to all applicable state and federal regulations governing the transportation industry.
- Attended company meetings related to safety policies and procedures.
- Reported vehicle malfunctions, accidents or violations to supervisors immediately.
- Operated Class A tractor-trailer trucks to transport goods over long distances.
- Verified load against shipping papers and inspected truck for defects prior to departure.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operating conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded freight at customer locations or terminals using pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems for route optimization.
- Maintained logs of working hours, mileage travelled and fuel consumption.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions aimed at improving driving skills.
- Filled out driver logbook according to DOT regulations.
- Followed safety protocols when loading and unloading cargo from trailers, such as using proper lifting techniques and wearing protective gear as necessary.
- Managed cargo securement operations, including lashing and strapping loads in accordance with safety regulations.
- Monitored road conditions and reported any hazardous areas or obstacles encountered on the route.
- Cleaned cab interior and exterior of assigned truck periodically.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory records for each shipment loaded and unloaded from trailer.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractors and converter dollies to facilitate transport operations.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information to meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Plymouth High School
New Plymouth, ID05-1995
Skills
- Crew supervision
- Construction management
- Site safety management
- Construction project planning
- Team leadership
- Project adherence
- Skid steer operation
- Complex problem solving
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Workflow management
- Site preparation
- Site bulldozing
- Soil compaction
- Grading experience
- Grade checking
- Heavy equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Crane operation
- Excavator operation
- Pavement Breaking
- Demolition procedures
- Road construction
- Materials transportation
- Materials movement
- Utility location
- Load securement
- Equipment maintenance
- Routine maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Hazardous materials
- Concrete pouring
- Concrete handling
- Grading experience
- Excavation and backfilling
- Blueprint reading
- GPS navigation systems
- GPS navigation
- Hydraulic systems
- Pneumatic tools operation
- Operator signaling
- Precision measurements
- Worksite safety
- Multitasking capacity
- Team communication
- Time management abilities
- Workflow management
- GPS navigation
- Multitasking capacity
- Time management abilities
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Crew Supervisor
Wire Brother Inc
02.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
New Plymouth High School