JEFFREY LOWE
Surprise,USA
Summary
Results-driven professional with a comprehensive background in mechanical, welding, heavy equipment operation, and raw water distribution. Seeking employment in an organization where my skills can be effectively utilized. With over 20 years of experience operating heavy equipment and more than 13 years in water distribution and treatment, I possess extensive knowledge and expertise. Highly personable and motivated, I am eager to acquire new skills and embrace fresh opportunities. As a skilled manager, I have consistently achieved team success and operational excellence. Renowned for my ability to efficiently coordinate tasks and deliver high-quality results. Valued for adaptability and strong focus on team collaboration, consistently providing reliable performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Planting Crew Manager
Moon Valley Nurseries
06.2023 - Current
- Manage a crew of 4-10 laborers, supervise and oversee custom planting of high-end trees and plants for commercial and private residences
- Oversee proper loading and unloading of trees onto a 45' flatbed truck using heavy equipment and manpower
- Drive flatbed truck in a monitored environment with perfect safety record
- Direct interaction with customers daily, ensuring satisfaction and answering any questions and resolving any problems
- Sell additional products to existing customers
- Use Samsara program to complete safety inspections on trucks and equipment and to show proper step by step planting process
- Complete incident and accident reports
- Train employees on operating skid steers, jack hammers and other hand and power tools
- Fill out and turn in invoices and purchase orders at end of day
- Consistently ranking in top 10 percent for entire state of Arizona for driver safety, job site safety and customer service
- In charge of safe work practices per OSHA guidelines.
Operations and Maintenance Worker
United Water Conservation District
04.2011 - 03.2023
- Operated and maintained raw water intake facility; Diverted raw water into filtration and ground water recharge facility; Chemical injection of Polymer, Sodium Hypochlorite; Control levels and flow throughout facility and into ground water recharge ponds using SCADA program; Responsible for projects requiring various operations of heavy equipment, welding, fabricating and metal repairs; Inspected & Maintained dam as per FERC/DSOD regulations; Vegetation and weed abatement; Responsible for painting, concrete pours and forming, trenching, laying pipe and electrical conduit and pulling electrical wire, plumbing and pipe repairs on PVC, copper, C900, steel, ductile iron & concrete mortar coated steel pipe; Maintained, repaired and replaced water facility equipment including but not limited to: pumps, motors, tanks, travel screens, water gates, gear boxes and filtration equipment; Construction of transmission towers
- Maintain and ran Computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) program.
- Kept shop and yard properly stocked of tools and materials for daily operations.
- Planned, scheduled and managed large scale projects where safety was always prioritized. Performed daily JSA meetings before starting work. Identify and correct any unsafe practices by employees throughout projects following OSHA guidelines.
- Perform quarterly facility safety inspection, identifying and correcting any flaws found.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Maintained a well-organized workspace and inventory system for tools and supplies, leading to increased productivity.
- Collaborated with other team members to complete complex repair projects within deadline constraints.
- Assisted in facility renovations, including painting, minor plumbing repairs, and carpentry work.
- Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
- Adhered to established safety protocols while performing daily tasks, minimizing workplace injuries among the maintenance team members.
- Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving mechanical issues in a timely manner.
- Extended lifespan of machinery through detailed care plans and regular servicing.
- Negotiated with suppliers for better pricing on maintenance materials, cutting costs without compromising quality.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency with routine maintenance, cleaning, and lubrication tasks.
- Conducted training for new maintenance staff, ensuring high standards of work and efficiency.
- Coordinated with management on budgeting for maintenance projects, optimizing resource allocation.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Lowe Construction Inc.
06.2002 - 04.2011
- Responsible for projects requiring various operations of heavy equipment, welding, fabricating and metal repairs; worked on various Ventura County flood control projects; maintenance of equipment
- Run all projects in a safe manner following OSHA guidelines.
Education
Water Science Course -
Ventura College
Ventura, California12.2012
High School Diploma -
Fillmore High School
Fillmore, California06.2002
Skills
- Operating heavy equipment
- Maintaining heavy equipment
- Organizing projects
- Planning projects
- Managing projects
- Water facility equipment repairs
- Basic heavy equipment repairs
- Heavy equipment projects
- Welding
- Fabricating
- Stick welding
- MIG welding
- Oxygen acetylene cutting
- Plasma cutting
- Stainless steel welding
- Mild steel welding
- Basic computer skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Meeting Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Reliable and Responsible
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Reliability
- Decision-Making
- Scheduling Staff
- Employee Supervision
- Delegating Assignments and Tasks
- Team building
- Operational Efficiency
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Conflict Resolution
- Operations Management
- Crew Leadership
- Worker Training
- Technical knowledge
- Safety Monitoring
- Performance Tracking
- Project Management
- Purchasing
Certification
- OSHA 30 Certification
- State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 - Operator Number 50270
- State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade 2 - Operator Number 41536
- Department of Transportation Certification, State of Arizona
Timeline
Planting Crew Manager
Moon Valley Nurseries
06.2023 - Current
Operations and Maintenance Worker
United Water Conservation District
04.2011 - 03.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
Lowe Construction Inc.
06.2002 - 04.2011
High School Diploma -
Fillmore High School
- OSHA 30 Certification
- State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 - Operator Number 50270
- State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade 2 - Operator Number 41536
- Department of Transportation Certification, State of Arizona
Water Science Course -
Ventura College
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