Estephen Jones
Albany,GA
Summary
Experienced industrial professional with over 14 years of expertise in machine operation, team leadership, and project management across diverse sectors, including dairy processing, construction, and solar energy. Proficient in a variety of computer applications and software, with strong technical aptitude to streamline operations and enhance productivity. Proven ability to manage large crews, maintain high safety standards, and ensure quality control. Skilled in working both independently and collaboratively to troubleshoot, maintain equipment, and meet project deadlines while fostering a positive and productive work environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant supervisor
Resolute Response
Asheville, NC
06.2025 - Current
- Tracked and documented all services provided, ensuring accurate records.
- Assisted in distributing essential supplies, including hot meals, MREs, bottled water, towels and hygiene kits.
- Provided shower, laundry, and bathroom services to affected individuals.
- Operate a forklift to unload trucks and set up trailers for distribution efforts.
Civil Leadman
Overland Contracting
Tombs Solar, Ga
02.2024 - 04.2025
- Nextracker System
- Medium equipment specialist (Front end loader, skid steer, off road dump truck,
water truck, roller,compactor, mini excavator Operator) - Transport tools, equipment and materials
- Load and unload dump trucks
- Level uneven terrain
- Repair washouts
- Tow and recovery
- Build roadways
- Build traps and ponds for water runoff
- Build low water crossings
- Install under ground pipes
Lead Piles QC
Overland Contracting
Woodyard Solar, FL
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Game Changer System
- Skid Steer Operator
- Manage Piles Quality
- Remediation of all piles
- Manage pile installation plans
- Manage crew and production for the day
Leadman Piles QC
Overland Contracting
(Desoto 2) Silicon Ranch, Ga
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Nextracker System
- Skid Steer Operator
- Manage Piles Quality
- Remediation of all piles
- Manage pile installation plans
- Manage crew and production for the day
Mechanical/Panels Foreman
Overland Contracting
(Desoto 1) Silicon Ranch, Ga
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Nextracker System
- Manage crew and production daily
- Transport crew to and from work area
- Install solar panels
- Install BHAs, mod rails, upper/ lower dampers, torque tubes and racking
- Manage and report production numbers daily for task
Mechanical Leadman
Primoris/ PSC
Roseland Solar Project, Tx
09.2021 - 02.2022
- ATI SYSTEM
- Prepping, Staging and Building Center Structures
- Oversee 20 man working crew
- Bolting and Capping all piles
- Manage all numbers and production for the day/ week
- Building all Array fans
- Read blueprints and schematics for the site layout
Electrical
Aerotek/ RES
Hickory Park Solar Project, Ga
01.2021 - 09.2021
- ATI System
- MV Trenching
- DC Trenching
- Wire Management (hanging and staging harness)
Mechanical
Aerotek / Ecoplexal
-Assurance Project
09.2020 - 11.2020
- GameChanger System
- Mechanical racking alignment
- Mechanical perlins install
- Mechanical perlins squaring
- Solar panel Install
General Foreman
Lauren Construction and Engineering
Gail Solar Project, Tx
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Nextracker System
- Mechanical Racking Forman
- Hucking
- Bombing
- Mod rail Install
- Slew Motor Install
- Dampener Install
- QV/AC
- Solar Panel Install
Skid Steer Operator
Wood / People Ready
Enfield, NC
10.2019 - 12.2019
- GameChanger System
- Solar Panel Install (PV)
Electrical
Aerotek / RES Solar
Southern Oaks Project, Ga
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Wire Management
- Wire Distribution
- Wire Installation
- BLA Connections
- Mechanical / Tracking
- Hucking
- Bombing
- Module Install
- Module Damper Install
- Environmental Control (Trash)
Lead Trainer
FedEx Supply Chain (Proctor and Gamble)
Albany, Ga
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Certified Forklift operator
- Responsible for training all new employees
- Follow all FedEx and Proctor and Gamble’s site policies
- Load and Unload all trailers within a timely manner while maintaining a safe
environment - Manage all conveyors and the product produced
- Stack and unstack product properly throughout the warehouse
- Monitor others safe keeping at all times
- Check and secure all trailers are chalked and properly stationed in each station
- BE PROFESSIONAL AT ALL TIMES
Equipment Operator/Yard Specialist
Carpenter Contractors of America
Winter Haven, FL
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Performed repair and renovation of frameworks, inspecting and replacing damaged materials.
- Installed foundations and selected materials, adhering to safety guidelines.
- Operated heavy machinery, ensuring compliance with safety warnings and labels.
Shift Leader/Shift Supervisor
Borden Dairy
Winter Haven, FL
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Managed the receiving and processing of dairy products on-site.
- Operated and maintained equipment for milk, cream, and other dairy product processing.
- Ensured quality control, sterilization of equipment, and monitored production lines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monroe Comprehensive High School
Skills
- Team Leadership & Crew Management
- Machine operation & Maintenance
- Quality Control & Safety Enforcement
- Project Planning & Execution
- Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
- Autonomous Task Management
- Inventory & Resource Management Software (SAP, QuickBooks, Fishbowl)
Certification
- OSHA 10 Certification
- OSHA 30 Certification
- Level IA Certified personnel environmental (Blue Card State of GA)
- Advanced Equipment Operation: Skid Steer, Forklift, Front-End Loader, Dump Truck, and Excavator
Timeline
Assistant supervisor
Resolute Response
06.2025 - Current
Civil Leadman
Overland Contracting
02.2024 - 04.2025
Lead Piles QC
Overland Contracting
10.2023 - 02.2024
Leadman Piles QC
Overland Contracting
05.2023 - 10.2023
Mechanical/Panels Foreman
Overland Contracting
07.2022 - 03.2023
Mechanical Leadman
Primoris/ PSC
09.2021 - 02.2022
Electrical
Aerotek/ RES
01.2021 - 09.2021
Mechanical
Aerotek / Ecoplexal
09.2020 - 11.2020
General Foreman
Lauren Construction and Engineering
01.2020 - 06.2020
Skid Steer Operator
Wood / People Ready
10.2019 - 12.2019
Electrical
Aerotek / RES Solar
04.2019 - 10.2019
Lead Trainer
FedEx Supply Chain (Proctor and Gamble)
01.2018 - 04.2019
Equipment Operator/Yard Specialist
Carpenter Contractors of America
01.2014 - 01.2018
Shift Leader/Shift Supervisor
Borden Dairy
01.2010 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Monroe Comprehensive High School