Eric Burkes
Summary
Dedicated Underground Foreman with a focus on safety oversight, crew leadership, and site supervision. Proven ability to train teams and conduct thorough inspections, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Underground Foreman
B & B Electrical and Utility Contractors
Brandon, MS
1996 - 2008
- Supervised daily underground operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
- Coordinated scheduling and workflow for team members, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Trained new personnel on safety protocols and equipment usage to maintain a safe work environment.
- Conducted inspections of equipment and machinery to identify maintenance needs and prevent downtime.
Underground Foreman ( Boring )
PCS
Conroe, TX
2022 - 2025
- Supervised underground operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Coordinated work schedules to optimize crew performance and project timelines.
- Trained and mentored team members on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to ensure operational efficiency and safety standards.
- Led safety meetings, promoting awareness and adherence to best practices among crew members.
- Conducted thorough site assessments to identify potential hazards and develop appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
Underground Foreman (Boring)
Southern Electric Corporation
Flowood, MS
2020 - 2022
- Supervised daily underground operations ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules to enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained new team members on safety practices and equipment handling.
- Monitored project progress and adjusted workflows to meet deadlines.
Underground Foreman (Boring)
McInnis Electric
Jackson, MS
2016 - 2020
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime during shifts.
- Led team meetings to communicate objectives and address challenges effectively.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and safety standards in all operations.
- Developed training materials for ongoing staff development and safety education.
Underground Foreman
United Utility
Canton, MS
2008 - 2016
- Supervised daily operations of underground utility projects ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated work schedules and resources to optimize project timelines and efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and work sites, identifying potential hazards proactively.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices for underground construction techniques.
- Maintained high-quality standards on all projects through continuous training and performance evaluations for team members.
Education
Pearl High School
Skills
- Underground construction
- Heavy equipment operation
- Confined space entry
- Hazardous materials handling
- Environmental awareness
- Drilling techniques
- Excavation techniques
- Rock mechanics
- Ventilation planning
- Site supervision
- Ground support installation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Hand and power tools
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Worksite safety
- Construction supervision
- Workplace safety
- Site coordination
- Dedicated work ethic
- Planning and scheduling
- Electrical installation
- Safety policies and procedures
- Effective communication
- Crew leadership
- Job site safety
- Decision-making
- Commercial and residential projects
- Heavy lifting
- Customer relations
- Tool maintenance
- Site inspection
- Schematics and blueprints
- Construction vehicles operation
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Equipment operation
- Dimensions and measurements
- Conflict resolution
- Employee training
- Project leadership
- Job planning
- Materials management
- Safety oversight
- Crew supervision
- Inventory control
Certification
OSHA 30
OSHA 10
Competent person
CPR/First Aid
Trench Safety
Trench Excavation
Timeline
Underground Foreman
B & B Electrical and Utility Contractors
1996 - 2008
Underground Foreman ( Boring )
PCS
2022 - 2025
Underground Foreman (Boring)
Southern Electric Corporation
2020 - 2022
Underground Foreman (Boring)
McInnis Electric
2016 - 2020
Underground Foreman
United Utility
2008 - 2016
Pearl High School