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James Johnson

Dillon,South Carolina

Summary

With over 17 years of experience in a leadership role, my reputation as a trustworthy and professional individual is well-established. I have honed my skills in coordinating personnel, materials, and equipment, enabling me to effectively manage complex projects. When faced with urgent issues, I am decisive and adept at resolving problems efficiently. As a proficient leader, I have consistently met challenging targets and schedules while skillfully managing budgets and rewarding employee performance. My strong problem-solving and group management skills make me a motivational leader who can keep employees on-task and achieve quality objectives. With exceptional time management and organizational skills, I am eager to apply my expertise in various environments. Currently seeking entry-level opportunities to expand my skills and contribute to company growth, I am an outgoing and friendly individual with a strong drive to succeed. Additionally, I possess a natural aptitude for team leadership and problem-solving in dynamic environments. With a solid understanding of safety protocols and project management, combined with hands-on skills in construction and tool usage, I am committed to driving efficiency and ensuring high-quality results on every project.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Foreman

RightWay Tree
07.2024 - 01.2025
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
  • Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.

Foreman

Asplundh Tree Expert
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
  • Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.

Foreman

Burford's Tree LLC
09.2014 - 03.2022
  • Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues
  • Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements
  • Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands
  • Monitored job site parts and equipment
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety
  • Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity
  • Diagnosed and corrected equipment and machinery malfunctions
  • Increased productivity by improving employee morale and cross-functional communications
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.

Service Person/Material Handler

MJ Soffe
08.2007 - 09.2014
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
  • Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dillon High School
Dillon, SC
06.1994

Skills

  • Materials estimating
  • Fall protection
  • Job site management
  • Job planning
  • Quality control
  • Safety oversight
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Project deadlines
  • Project management
  • Organizational skills
  • Flexible
  • Troubleshooting
  • PPE use
  • Team building
  • Basic math
  • Decision-making
  • Crew leadership
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication

Certification

  • Certified Line Clearance 10/01/14
  • LCQS Ground Person/Trimmer, Bucket Operator, Spec Equipment Operator, Foreperson 08/01/17
  • First Aid, CPR Training, 06/01/21
  • Work Zone Safety Flagging Training, 01/01/17
  • DMP Certification Card 01/01/19
  • OSHA 10 Hr Outreach Training for General Industry
  • Certification in Lead Awareness Training for General Industry
  • OSHA logging and Chainsaw Safety
  • Power Industrial Truck Driver/Forklift

Timeline

Foreman

RightWay Tree
07.2024 - 01.2025

Foreman

Asplundh Tree Expert
03.2022 - 03.2023

Foreman

Burford's Tree LLC
09.2014 - 03.2022

Service Person/Material Handler

MJ Soffe
08.2007 - 09.2014

High School Diploma -

Dillon High School
James Johnson