James Brown
Frankford
Summary
Resourceful Crew Chief focused on crew leadership, technical problem solving, and operational efficiency. Achieved high standards and quality outcomes through effective team training and process improvements while ensuring safety compliance. Committed to maximizing performance and driving business success by fostering collaboration and adaptability.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Chief
WVDOH
Lewisburg, WV
06.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.
- Coordinated team efforts to enhance operational efficiency during road maintenance projects.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflow and reduced downtime during road repair activities.
- Organized daily assignments for crew members, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
- Trained new crew members on equipment usage and safety procedures, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Managed team according to company standards and compliance requirements.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools and machinery, maintaining optimal functionality and safety compliance.
- Oversaw quality control measures, maintaining high standards for all completed tasks.
- Mentored junior crew members, fostering a supportive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Managed inventory of supplies to prevent shortages, maintaining consistent workflow.
- Adapted quickly to unforeseen challenges, minimizing disruptions to project timeline.
Crew Leader
Hammond Mitchell Inc
Covington, VA
03.2012 - 05.2023
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
- Trained employees on time management and effective completion of job duties to enhance team efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between crew members and upper management to ensure timely relay of important information.
- Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
- Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
- Motivated team members by setting high expectations and recognizing achievements to foster a positive work environment during challenging projects.
- Assisted team members with diverse job tasks, covering for absent employees to ensure project completion.
- Ensured cleanliness and proper maintenance of tools, equipment, and worksites to promote safety and efficiency.
- Used a variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Assisted in the erection of scaffolding and ladders to facilitate safe access for construction projects.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenbrier East High School
Lewisburg, WVSkills
- Crew leadership
- Team oversight
- Operational planning
- Mechanical inspection
- Routine Inspections
- Safety inspection
- Equipment inspection
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Process optimization
- Technical problem solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability
- Record keeping
- Equipment inspection
Certification
Class A CDL; no Restrictions, Tank Endorsement
Endloader, Bucket Truck, Skid Steer, Roller, Excavator, Tractor, Dump Truck; certifications through WVDOH
Timeline
Crew Chief
WVDOH
06.2023 - Current
Crew Leader
Hammond Mitchell Inc
03.2012 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Greenbrier East High School