James Guthrie
Martinsburg,WV
Summary
Responsible individual with strong work ethic and love for meeting people with diverse personalities. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Ability to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Versatile Asphalt Laborer skilled at working in team-based environment to complete challenging work in different weather conditions. Willing to take on any task to support team needs. Well-versed in all aspects of the paving process.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Flagger
AWP Safety
01.2024 - Current
- Managed high stress situations effectively while calmly directing heavy vehicular and pedestrian traffic amidst adverse weather conditions
- Facilitated smooth traffic transitions by expertly utilizing two-way radio for precise communications with coworkers at opposite ends of the construction zone
- Provided essential instructions to foremen, crew chiefs, and other flaggers
- Promoted teamwork through active collaboration with crew members on various aspects of project execution such as material handling, equipment operations, or general labor tasks when needed.
Shovel Operator, Skid Steer Operator
C William Hetzer
02.2022 - 01.2024
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly
- Worked alongside the team to accomplish work goals according to schedule
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites
- Played a key role in achieving project milestones by consistently meeting or surpassing established deadlines for shovel-related tasks
- Provided training and mentorship to new employees on safe and efficient operation techniques for various types of shovels
- Completed projects in a timely manner with precise execution of excavation, grading, and leveling tasks
- Maintained optimal skid steer performance by conducting regular inspections and addressing necessary repairs
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a collaborative atmosphere conducive to efficient project completion.
Shovel operator, Skid steer operator
Jefferson Asphalt
06.2017 - 12.2021
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly
- Worked alongside the team to accomplish work goals according to schedule
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Waste Collector
City Of Martinsburg
09.2014 - 01.2016
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets for waste collection as set by management.
- Ensured timely collection of waste materials by maintaining a consistent schedule and route plan.
- Improved customer satisfaction with regular communication and prompt issue resolution.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hedgesville High School
Hedgesville, WV05.2013
Skills
- Time management
- Communication skills
- English
- Leadership
- Problem Resolution
- Customer Service
- Active listening
- Skill management
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Organizational Skills
- Creativity
Timeline
Flagger
AWP Safety
01.2024 - Current
Shovel Operator, Skid Steer Operator
C William Hetzer
02.2022 - 01.2024
Shovel operator, Skid steer operator
Jefferson Asphalt
06.2017 - 12.2021
Waste Collector
City Of Martinsburg
09.2014 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Hedgesville High School