James Edwards
West Elkton
Summary
Skilled trades and maintenance professional with 20+ years of hands-on experience in construction, infrastructure, and equipment operation. Expert in welding, fabrication, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and facility maintenance. Adept at operating heavy machinery, troubleshooting mechanical systems, and ensuring high-quality workmanship. Committed to safety, reliability, and delivering durable solutions across municipal and commercial environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foreman
City of Trenton Public Works
Trenton
05.2008 - Current
- Executed municipal maintenance for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and concrete systems.
- Operated heavy equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, skid steers, and street sweepers.
- Welded and fabricated equipment while conducting repairs on municipal facilities.
- Conducted inspections and performed maintenance on water mains and sewer systems.
- Assisted emergency response operations including snow removal and storm damage cleanup.
- Oversaw daily operations and managed local paving projects effectively.
- Maintained job site safety protocols, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Prepared construction sites by eliminating hazards and assembling scaffolding.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Prepared budgets for projects based on labor costs, materials needed.
Laborer
Cisle Heavy Highway
New Miami
04.2004 - 05.2008
- Installed water mains, sanitary sewers, storm pipes, and manholes.
- Operated heavy machinery and performed welding and mechanical maintenance.
- Repaired bridges, streets, and highways with strong emphasis on safety and durability.
Foreman
SPS Foundations
Germantown
03.2001 - 04.2004
- Built footers, foundations, and basement walls.
- Managed flatwork, masonry, and operated construction equipment.
Education
Masonry Skills Coursework -
Miami Valley Career Technology Center
Clayton, OH06-2002
High School Diploma -
National Trail High School
New Paris, OH06-2002
Skills
- Welding and metal fabrication
- Plumbing and electrical repairs
- HVAC installation and maintenance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Concrete and masonry work
- Carpentry and facility maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Blueprint reading and site safety
- Leadership and project management
- Automotive bodywork and painting
- Vinyl wrapping and fiberglass work
- Custom painting and engine rebuilding
- Basic computer skills
- Verbal communication skills
- Water main repairs
- Water meter installation
- Rebar tying and parking lot striping
- Street line striping and paving
- Seal coating and inspections
- Chainsaw operation for sewer work
- Storm pipe installation
- Manhole construction and flooring installation
Certification
- Class B CDL
- Single resources and initial action incident (ICS) / National incident management system (NIMS) / Introduction to incident command system (IICS) - FEMA Training
- Ohio EPA Competent Person Training
- Confined Space & Excavation Safety
- Active Threat Response Training
- Leadership Training
- Traffic signs and pavement markings
- Work zone traffic control FEMA and OSHA certified
References
- Darrin Winkler, Retired Co-worker, 513-615-2997, dwinkler@trentonoh.gov
- Jesse Newland, General Maintenance/Friend, 937-533-1289, jesse.newland.1985@gmail.com
- Michael McSorley, Utility Operator/Co-worker, 513-464-7252, MPMcsorleySr@gmail.com
- Dave Leis, Mechanical Maintenance/Friend, 937-336-2080, Dleis2696@gmail.com
Safety Certifications
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
- Hazard Communication
- Work Zone Traffic Control & Safety (FEMA & OSHA certified)
Timeline
Foreman
City of Trenton Public Works
05.2008 - Current
Laborer
Cisle Heavy Highway
04.2004 - 05.2008
Foreman
SPS Foundations
03.2001 - 04.2004
Masonry Skills Coursework -
Miami Valley Career Technology Center
High School Diploma -
National Trail High School