Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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James May

Dover,KY

Summary

Skilled labor worker with strong track record of success in maintenance, repair and general labor. Multitasks and works well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Flexible work and shift schedule with expertise operating basic hand and power tools. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined with superior attendance record.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

Fat Guys Trucking LLC
09.2022 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.

Carpenter

Lithko
05.2017 - 09.2022
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
  • Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
  • Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.

General Foreman

Excel
10.2010 - 05.2017
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
  • Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
  • Prepared daily time cards and assisted in preparation of estimates and scope of work statements.
  • Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
  • Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
  • Planned each job with appropriate safety measures, addressing weight limits and fall protection.
  • Supervised layout, assembly and installation of various sizes and types of drainage pipes.

Union Carpenter

Local 698
10.2004 - 10.2010
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
  • Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
  • Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.

Crew Lead

Taco Bell
04.2001 - 10.2004
  • Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
  • Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
  • Instructed crew members in safe work practices and methods to reduce work-related injuries.
  • Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
  • Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
  • Settled crew member disputes by addressing problems quickly and providing successful mediation.
  • Pitched in to help on short-staffed job site and to meet looming project deadlines.
  • Established and enforced policies and procedures to maintain high standards of work.
  • Established positive relationships with customers and colleagues through high standards of customer service.
  • Supervised end-of-day cleanup activities to remove debris and unnecessary supplies from customer premises.
  • Generated and analyzed weekly reports to track crew performance and identify areas of improvement.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lewis County High School
Vanceburg
05.2003

Skills

  • Administrative Oversight
  • Labor Relations
  • Business Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Strategic Planning
  • Staff Hiring
  • Structural Repairs
  • Project Planning
  • Commercial Construction
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Project Management
  • General Laborer
  • Exceptional Finish Carpentry Skills
  • Basic Electrical Knowledge
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Material handling
  • Flooring installation

Certification

  • Safety 1
  • Residential Roofing
  • Carpenter Helper
  • OSHA 10
  • OSHA 30
  • NCCER Certification/Rodbuster
  • NCCER Certification plus Carpenter\Rigger
  • Forklift Certified
  • COATS Card 175019

Timeline

Owner

Fat Guys Trucking LLC
09.2022 - Current

Carpenter

Lithko
05.2017 - 09.2022

General Foreman

Excel
10.2010 - 05.2017

Union Carpenter

Local 698
10.2004 - 10.2010

Crew Lead

Taco Bell
04.2001 - 10.2004

High School Diploma -

Lewis County High School
James May