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Howard Mason

Monmouth,IL

Summary

Class A CDL with tanker endorsement. Effective highway maintenance worker proudly offering several years' experience in various types of road projects, including snow and ice removal, shoulder repairs and sign replacement. A hard worker and efficient employee working in all types of weather conditions with relative ease. Offering skills in team collaboration, communication and leadership. Skilled in highway maintenance with experience in both routine and emergency repairs, including pavement preservation, winter road treatment, and signage maintenance. Known for strong problem-solving abilities and adept at operating heavy machinery safely and efficiently. Successfully maintained safe travel conditions by promptly addressing roadway hazards and contributing to team efforts to minimize traffic disruptions during repair projects.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Highway Maintenance Worker

Warren County Highway Department
Monmouth, IL
07.2023 - Current

Class A CDL with tanker endorsement,

  • Assisted with roadway projects and highway repairs by controlling traffic patterns.
  • Cleared debris from roadsides to ensure safe passage for motorists.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks, such as patching potholes and repairing guardrails.
  • Conducted surface treatments, including sealing and resealing, to extend the life of roadways.
  • Inspected roadways and bridges for signs of deterioration or damage.
  • Managed snow and ice removal on roadways to ensure safe driving conditions during winter months.
  • Installed and repaired guardrails, highway signs, and road markers to improve road safety.
  • Operated pneumatic tampers to repair joints and patch broken pavement with asphalt.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
  • Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.

Truck Driver

jensen llc
Monmouth, IL
08.2022 - Current
  • Transported grain to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.

Commercial Tire , Ag Tire Salesman

Keister tires, Moore tires
Monmouth, IL
11.2009 - 08.2022
  • Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
  • Quoted customer billings, invoiced customers, documented sales, and expenses and maintained inventory levels to meet customer and service needs.
  • Processed payments by cash, check, credit card or automatic debits.
  • Prioritized daily tasks for service staff to complete work as promised.
  • Ordered tires and other merchandise to replace stock and fulfill customer requests.
  • Maintained accurate records of all sales transactions and inventory levels.

Waste Water , Water Operator , Street Maintenance

city of Monmouth , American water works
Monmouth, IL
11.2004 - 11.2009
  • Operated and monitored water treatment plant systems to ensure efficient operation.
  • Operated and adjusted equipment controls to purify and clarify water, process or dispose of sewage and generate power.
  • Used SCADA system to maintain appropriate levels.
  • Collected samples from various locations throughout the facility for laboratory testing.
  • Calibrated flow meters and cleaned bar screens.
  • Assisted in safe unloading and storage of chemicals.
  • Performed grounds and equipment maintenance to keep facility running smoothly.
  • Inspected roads for potholes and other maintenance issues.
  • Operated snowplows in order to clear roads of snow accumulation.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.
  • Cleaned and maintained streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and storm drains.

Education

High School Diploma -

Knoxville High
Knoxville, IL
06-1990

Skills

  • CDL A with tanker endorsement, Snow and ice removal
  • Safe equipment handling
  • Roadway maintenance
  • Basic carpentry
  • Safety procedures
  • Concrete finishing
  • Erosion prevention
  • Vegetation control
  • Road repairs
  • Manual labor
  • Drainage system maintenance
  • Traffic control
  • Guardrail repair
  • Traffic control management
  • Safe machinery operation
  • Power tool proficiency
  • Sign installation
  • Shoulder repairs

References

  • Toby Jones, Douglas IL, 309-335-1281
  • Mickey Gibbons, Galesburg IL, 309-335-5595
  • Richard Neal, Galesburg IL, 309-337-3226

Timeline

Highway Maintenance Worker

Warren County Highway Department
07.2023 - Current

Truck Driver

jensen llc
08.2022 - Current

Commercial Tire , Ag Tire Salesman

Keister tires, Moore tires
11.2009 - 08.2022

Waste Water , Water Operator , Street Maintenance

city of Monmouth , American water works
11.2004 - 11.2009

High School Diploma -

Knoxville High
Howard Mason