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EDWARD SMITH

Hartford,KY

Summary

Effective Equipment Operator with experience inspecting, repairing and operating hydraulic, electrical and mechanical equipment to meet any job demand. Team-oriented and reliable with a hardworking nature focused on completing work accurately every time. Experienced Marine and Tank Commander with 6 years of experience in the United States Marine Corps leading personnel in diverse and stressful scenarios. Expert in operations and movement of multiple tanks with proven abilities in leadership, mentoring and team building who is ready to bring a commitment to goals and safety.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Equipment Operator

American Electric Power
09.2017 - 08.2024
  • Operated and maintained two 1300 MW Coal Fired units
  • Qualified to hang clearnces ( Lockout Tagout procedures) under OSHA standards.
  • Completed and passed POSS MASS testing.
  • Participated in team culture meetings.
  • Observed company safety protocols
  • Participated in multiple team idea meetings pertaining to money and time savings.
  • CPR certified.
  • HAZMAT response certified
  • Maintained 19 floors of equipment which involved mechanical, electrical, hydraulic equipment that dealt with oil, diesel fuel, coal, steam, water and air.
  • Maintained machinery by repairing and replacing broken and malfunctioning components.
  • Reviewed and carefully followed all safety policies and procedures.
  • Checked equipment for defects before and after shift and submitted report indicating equipment condition.
  • Completed all work while using HPI tools and focusing on a safety first culture.
  • Removed tools and machinery from job site and secured location at end of shift.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Learned all necessary flow paths and blueprints.

Tank Crewman

United States Marine Corps
07.2014 - 07.2020
  • Planned, memorized and navigated numerous routes during vehicular and foot patrols and coordinated movement between 15-20 vehicles via radio.
  • Commanded my own tank with 3 of my own Marines under my command.
  • Promoted to Section Head of Headquarters which my duties other than normal daily tasks with my tank also entailed having up to 10 Marines under my daily command to carry put assigned day to day tasks. (I.e.Tank maintenance, administrative paperwork and pay, teaching planned and unplanned classes to my Marines.)
  • Operated, performed and supervised preventive maintenance on wheeled and tracked vehicles and equipment valued at 7 million dollars (per vehicle) in order to transport personnel, supplies and equipment.
  • Trained and mentored 40 new platoon members and provided assistance on how to perform daily duties, including tank maintenance and operations of the tank in live fire training.
  • Trained and mentored new platoon members, providing assistance when needed and advising on how to perform daily duties.
  • Improved operations by working with platoon members and senior Marines to find workable solutions.
  • Recognized by unit for leadership and mentoring to junior Marines.
  • Combat Life Saver medical qualified.
  • Awarded for ideas implemented to reduce time for yearly qualifications which involved planning for over 150 Marines and equipment valued at over 57 million dollars.

Stores Attendant/ Materials Manager

Wisconsin Auto Supply
05.2014 - 05.2016
  • Left due to the business relocating and new growth opportunities
  • •Coordinated purchasing for materials needed.
  • Supported efficient manufacturing by keeping inventory within optimum levels.
  • Managed inventory levels and related documentation within ecommerce and produced regular reports of activities.
  • Applied effective marketing concepts to increase revenue.
  • Developed and managed cost reduction and waste elimination policies.
  • Facilitated efficient purchasing and resource availability through monitoring and oversight of all company inventory.
  • Led department meetings to build team cohesiveness and coordinate projects •Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
  • Negotiated with suppliers to obtain cheaper shipping rates and faster turnaround on needed material orders.
  • Maintained appropriate inventory levels to meet personnel and corporate needs.
  • Improved warehousing and inventory management operations, including optimal scheduling and organization of more than $200,000 worth of materials.
  • Managed inventory levels and related documentation with Ecommerce and produced regular reports of activities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ohio County High School
Hartford, KY
2014

Skills

  • 6 years’ experience in management of 5 to 100 Marines and equipmnent (USMC)
  • Team building
  • Organizational skills
  • Time Management skills
  • Effective Listener
  • Safe equipment operation
  • Materials transportation
  • Following project plans
  • Maintenance procedures
  • Materials movement
  • Pre-operational equipment inspections
  • Safety procedures
  • Interpreting/Reading prints and instructions
  • Team collaboration
  • Following directions
  • Effective communication skills

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR
  • Forklift Operator
  • Forklift Operator Trainer
  • Hazmat Response
  • Completed 5 Marine Corps Leadership courses
  • OSHA classes completed such as Blood Borne Pathogen Awareness, Asbestos safety, Electrical Hazard Safety, Fire Safety, Lifting and Rigging courses etc.

Referrals

Ssgt. John Troutman (USMC)

+1 (502) 548-2698

Richard Smith (Swedish Match)

+1 (270) 929-5836

Bob Lawrence (AEP Operations Team Leader)

+1 (812) 686-3451

Sgt. Tyler Losekamp (USMC)

+1 (513) 446-7584

Emails available upon request

Timeline

Equipment Operator

American Electric Power
09.2017 - 08.2024

Tank Crewman

United States Marine Corps
07.2014 - 07.2020

Stores Attendant/ Materials Manager

Wisconsin Auto Supply
05.2014 - 05.2016

High School Diploma -

Ohio County High School

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