Ernest Richard Johnston Jr
Winston Salem,NC
Summary
Safety-conscious skilled laborer with experience in multiple industries including Utilities and Telecommunications. Trustworthy, dependable and hard working.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Tower Technician
WTKO
09.2017 - Current
- Consistently met deadlines and requirements for all production work orders.
- Recommended architectural improvements, design solutions and integration solutions.
- Implemented company policies, technical procedures and standards for preserving the integrity and security of data, reports and access.
- Perform beef ups and maintenance as requested by the customer
- Drive company vehicles
Pipe Layer
A & D Utilities
05.2015 - Current
- Water, sewer and storm drain
- Equipment operator
- Grading ditches
- Pipe layer
- Service disconnects
- Asphalt patching
- Immediately communicated any equipment issues to the supervisor.
Electric Groundman
Bird Electric
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Followed direction of senior electrical professionals to complete tasks in a safe, accurate and efficient manner.
- Demonstrated knowledge of safety protocols and industry best practices.
- Gathered parts supplies and tools in preparation for each workday or new job.
- Transported equipment and workers between job sites using company vehicles.
- Adhered to work site safety protocols and reported potential hazards.
- Inspected wiring to evaluate issues and identify short circuits.
- Collaborated in a team environment to accomplish projects.
- Used hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
Pipe Layer
Quantico Water and Sewer
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Operated wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes drill press, forklift and basic hand tools.
- Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions.
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
Tower Climber
Piedmont Tower
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Responsible for driving company truck to and from job sites
- Maintenance as requested by customer
- mounting lines and antennas
- stacking towers
Tower Climber
SiteMaster, INC
06.2013 - 01.2014
- Responsible for driving company truck to and from job sites
- mounting lines and antennas
- Maintenance as requested by the customer
- Decomms
- Operate equipment
Tower Climber
CNS Durham
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Responsible for driving company truck
- Performing change-outs and upgrades as requested by the customer
- maintaining a clean and efficient work site
- operate equipment
Tower Climber
Moore Tower Maintenance
04.2012 - 06.2012
- Responsible for driving company truck
- Perform maintenance and lines and antenna change-outs
- buying supplies needed for job
- maintain a clean job site
Tower Climber/Driver
Sink Tower Erection
05.1999 - 12.2011
- Build guy towers, monopoles, self -supporting towers, perform maintenance, modifications and co-locates on all types as well.
- Maintain a safe work environment at all times.
- Drive company truck and all equipment needed to perform work.
- Keep job site clean and efficient.
Press Helper
Pharmagraphics
05.1997 - 08.1998
- Load ink, water, and paper in press.
- Run paper feeder.
- Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
- Prepared and operated the offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
Iron Worker
Danny's WeldingWestfield
06.1994 - 05.1997
- Lay decking, bolt connector, and heavy equipment operator
- operate equipment
Skills
- Sewer-related experience
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Safety minded worker
- Dependable and reliable
- Fast learner
- Cooperative team member
- Results-oriented
- Organized
- Hand/power tools
Timeline
Electric Groundman
Bird Electric
01.2018 - 04.2018
Tower Technician
WTKO
09.2017 - Current
Pipe Layer
Quantico Water and Sewer
05.2017 - 09.2017
Pipe Layer
A & D Utilities
05.2015 - Current
Tower Climber
Piedmont Tower
01.2014 - 06.2015
Tower Climber
SiteMaster, INC
06.2013 - 01.2014
Tower Climber
CNS Durham
06.2012 - 08.2012
Tower Climber
Moore Tower Maintenance
04.2012 - 06.2012
Tower Climber/Driver
Sink Tower Erection
05.1999 - 12.2011
Press Helper
Pharmagraphics
05.1997 - 08.1998
Iron Worker
Danny's WeldingWestfield
06.1994 - 05.1997
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