Earnest Pickett
Bridge Technician
Lehigh Acres,FL
Summary
Organized and Dependable Lead Bridge Technician with extensive experience in operating heavy machinery, coordinating safety protocols, and managing team performance. Recognized for high productivity and effective resource allocation. Skilled in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and strategic planning, ensuring safe and efficient project completion. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Bridge Crew Member
DeAngelo Contracting Services
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Operated heavy machinery, such as cranes and forklifts, to facilitate bridge construction processes.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations by conducting regular toolbox talks and safety meetings with crew members.
- Coordinated with other departments for resource allocation, reducing delays due to material shortages or equipment unavailability.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry standards and best practices in bridge construction techniques.
Lead Technician
DeAngelo Contracting Services
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Recognized as a top performer among peers due to outstanding productivity levels and commitment to excellence.
- Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees.
- SAME Credental AS D.B.I.
Lead Technician
DBI
04.2019 - 11.2022
- Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees.
- Recognized as a top performer among peers due to outstanding productivity levels and commitment to excellence.
- Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring compliance with established standards and specifications.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Monitored and enforced safety measures to mitigate hazards.
- Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining, and motivating employees.
- Adhered to established policies and standards to safely complete projects.
- Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
- Established strong relationships with clients by consistently providing high-quality service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed daily activities, assigned tasks to specific staff members and utilized proven management techniques to cut work flow downtime and maximize revenues.
- Implemented, configured, and optimized safety standards.
- Monitored spare parts inventory and addressed shortages with purchasing personnel.
- Reduced equipment downtime, proactively identifying potential failures and implementing preventive measures.
- Developed comprehensive training materials to onboard new technicians, resulting in faster acclimation to role responsibilities.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Managed maintenance activities, supervised staff, and inspected equipment.
- Spread out articles or materials and examined for holes, tears and other defects.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Education
GED -
Mississippi St.
Mississippi 02.2012
Skills
- Leadership Qualities
- Safety awareness
- Bridge Resource Management
- Ship Handling
- First Aid Training
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Maritime Regulations Knowledge
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Team building
- Analytical Thinking
- Professionalism
- Strategic Planning
- Safety Monitoring
- Preventive Maintenance
- Time management abilities
- Written Communication
- Accident reporting
- Operational Improvements
Certification
- Forklift Operator Certification - Occupational Safety and Health Administration or independent providers.
- OSHA Safety Certification - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Safe Operating Aptitude Certification for MEWPs Chubb Global Risk Advisers 09/2019 - 09/2024
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work weekCompany CultureWork Availability
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Timeline
Bridge Crew Member
DeAngelo Contracting Services
02.2024 - 05.2024
Lead Technician
DeAngelo Contracting Services
11.2022 - 11.2023
Lead Technician
DBI
04.2019 - 11.2022
GED -
Mississippi St.
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