Ezra Lester
Clintwood Jod
Jolo,WV
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Clintwood Jod, excelling in Virginia Surface Mining and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing project efficiency and safety compliance, while training operators and implementing best practices. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to maintaining high operational standards ensure successful project outcomes.
Work History
Forman
- Supervised daily operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols on job sites.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to optimize project timelines and resource utilization.
- Trained new crew members on equipment operation and safety procedures, enhancing team performance.
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of tools and materials, ensuring availability for projects.
- Resolved conflicts within the team to maintain a positive work environment and enhance productivity.
- Implemented best practices in project management that improved overall team performance and output quality.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime due to mechanical failure or repairs.
- Implemented efficient work processes to boost overall productivity while reducing costs.
993 Loader Operator
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading processes, enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols to maintain high operational standards.
- Operated loaders in a variety of weather conditions and terrain types, demonstrating adaptability and resilience under challenging circumstances.
- Consistently maintained clean worksites through diligent removal of debris, contributing to improved safety conditions for fellow workers.
Education
- Mining Maintenance
Skills
Virginia Surface Mining
Virginia MET
Virginia Mine Forman
Kentucky MET
West Virginia Surface Mining
Accomplishments
Moving up from an equipment operator to a Forman position.
Timeline
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