Gile Kendall
Construction
Sanbornton,NH
Summary
Experienced Construction professional with safety-driven and organized approach. Expertise includes permitting, inspections and OSHA compliance. Good recordkeeping and team leadership abilities. Demonstrated success in leading crews, planning jobs and keeping projects on schedule. Steps in and work alongside team members to get job done quickly. Well-versed in operating, servicing and maintaining heavy equipment. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Kingsbury Co.
04.2016 - 07.2025
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
Volunteer Firefighter
Firefighter One
01.1990 - 07.2016
- Assessed and repaired fire extinguishers and various fire equipment for stations.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
Firefighter
Town Of Windsor
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
Logger
Self Employed Services
04.1992 - 03.2010
- Cleaned, maintained and inspected chainsaws on daily basis before each shift.
- Measured logs and checked logs for defects.
- Sheared off limbs using various type of power equipment and chainsaws.
- Worked closely with other loggers to drag timber to loading deck.
Laborer
F.R. Lafayette
06.1990 - 09.1991
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Casella Construction
10.2024 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment, identifying maintenance needs to prevent downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate workflow and optimize production efficiency.
- Trained new operators on equipment operation and safety practices, fostering a culture of compliance.
- Monitored job site conditions, adjusting equipment operations to meet changing project requirements.
- Assisted in the development of training materials for ongoing operator education and skill enhancement.
- Led safety meetings, promoting awareness of best practices and regulatory compliance among crew members.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thetford Academy
Thetford Hill, VT06.1991
Skills
- Safety Oversight
- Quality Control
- Heavy Lifting
- Project Management
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Delegating Work Assignments
- OSHA Regulations
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Hand and Power Tools
- Crew Safety Meetings
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Effective Communication
- Fall Protection
- Operating Manlifts
- Water and Sewer Piping
- Site Inspection
- Protective Equipment Knowledge
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
Hunting,fishing,hiking and playing golf
In my off time I spend most of my time outdoors hiking, fishing, pretty much live outdoors in the summer.
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Casella Construction
10.2024 - Current
Foreman
Kingsbury Co.
04.2016 - 07.2025
Firefighter
Town Of Windsor
09.2014 - 01.2015
Logger
Self Employed Services
04.1992 - 03.2010
Laborer
F.R. Lafayette
06.1990 - 09.1991
Volunteer Firefighter
Firefighter One
01.1990 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Thetford Academy