Dwayne Dickey

CARPENTRY/ POWER DRIVER/ BRIDGE WORKER

UNITED CONSTRUCTION

08.1991 - 04.2013

Wrote and submitted maintenance work requisitions for escalated repair needs.
Checked bridges for vehicle and pedestrian clearance prior to opening and resuming surface traffic.
Recorded names, types and destinations of various vessels passing through bridge openings for permanent records.
Stopped automobile and pedestrian traffic on bridges and lowered automobile gates prior to moving bridges.
Prepared accident reports and directed movement of vessels in bridge area, using hand signals, telecommunication equipment or loudspeakers to maintain area safety and prevent incidents.
Controlled machinery to open and close canal locks and dams, railroad or highway drawbridges or horizontally or vertically adjustable bridges.
Raised drawbridges and observed passage of water traffic or lowered drawbridges and raised automobile gates.
Attached ropes or cable lines to bitts on lock decks or wharfs to secure vessels.
Inspected canal and bridge equipment and other areas for damage or defects, investigated faults and completed basic repairs.
Turned valves to increase or decrease water levels in locks and operated local lighthouses to assist marine passage near shores and dangerous waters.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.