James Mitchell
Bellwood,IL
Summary
Results-driven professional skilled in heavy machinery operation, equipment inspections, and material handling. Known for effective time management and problem-solving abilities, contributing to seamless project execution and workplace safety.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer Foreman
Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
07.1997 - 06.2025
- Coordinated work schedules to ensure project timelines were met.
- Conducted safety meetings and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Trained new employees on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and material handling tasks.
- Implemented daily inspections of tools and equipment for functionality.
- Facilitated communication between teams and management for project updates.
- Assisted team members with tasks to meet project deadlines efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks and storage areas promptly.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Operated forklifts to transport goods.
- Followed safety protocols while performing mowing tasks on diverse terrains.
- Maintained trucks, safety kits, test equipment and supplies for tracking purposes.
- Monitored project progress to ensure efficient use of resources and timely completion of tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rezin Orr Highschool
Chicago, IL06-1985
Skills
- heavy machinery operation
- equipment maintenance
- safety compliance
- tool inspections
- material handling
- problem solving
- Hand and power tools
- Snow removal
- Demolition expertise
- Supply management
- Trash collection
- Inventory management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Quality control
- OSHA regulations
- Hazard assessment
- Tree pruning
Timeline
Laborer Foreman
Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
07.1997 - 06.2025
High School Diploma -
Rezin Orr Highschool