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Donnell Swisher

Elgin,TX

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in traffic management and team collaboration, notably at TXDOT. Expert in leveraging analytical thinking and problem-solving aptitude to enhance operational efficiency and safety. Achieved significant productivity improvements by mastering traffic control and maintenance supervision, demonstrating exceptional communication skills and a quick learning ability.

Safely and efficiently worked with a team to dig trenches to run underground wiring to supply power to buildings.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Traffic Control Flagger

TXDOT
12.2009 - 09.2011
  • Patiently directed motorists towards detours and alternate routes.
  • Familiar with use of hand signaling procedures.
  • Used flagging tools such as stop and slow paddle and red flag.
  • Controlled flow of automotive traffic under direction of project supervisor.
  • While the headquarters was in Bastrop, Tex, we traveled all over the state to regulate traffic under different operations.

Maintenance Supervisor

Walmart
06.2001 - 03.2006
  • Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
  • Observed guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
  • Managed a team of organized maintenance workers to efficiently complete the workload in ensure the floors were properly maintained.
  • Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
  • Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.

Molding Machine Operator

Laboratory Tops Inc
02.1997 - 05.2001
  • Checked work using calipers, micrometers and other measuring devices.
  • Maintained smooth production when operating injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Inspected molded product per quality requirements and mold book, delivering ideal results and minimizing waste.

  • Palletized completed orders with scanning, retrieving and placement on pallets.

Wire Runner

Brent’s Architect Company
04.1995 - 09.1997

My team dug trenches and ran wiring through the pipes to the buildings.

  • Ran errands for various employees throughout company.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
  • Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
  • Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.

Education

GED -

Elgin High School
Elgin, TX
05.1999

Skills

  • Quick Learner
  • Traffic Management
  • Pedestrian safety
  • Work zone management
  • Traffic Control
  • Signage holding
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Construction work understanding
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Time management abilities
  • Team Collaboration
  • Task Prioritization
  • Analytical Thinking

Timeline

Traffic Control Flagger

TXDOT
12.2009 - 09.2011

Maintenance Supervisor

Walmart
06.2001 - 03.2006

Molding Machine Operator

Laboratory Tops Inc
02.1997 - 05.2001

Wire Runner

Brent’s Architect Company
04.1995 - 09.1997

GED -

Elgin High School
Donnell Swisher