Jen McPherson
Kenton,OH
Summary
Dependable heavy highway laborer with CDL B and tanker endorsement. Currently undergoing TSA fingerprinting and background check for haz-mat endorsement. Proven ability to manage physically demanding tasks for 10 to 14 hours in various weather conditions while meeting tight deadlines.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Highway Laborer
Laborers Local 329
Lima, OH
03.1999 - Current
- Demonstrated established proficiency in concrete drainage grade subgrade compaction.
- Collaborated with trac hoe operators to efficiently place materials.
- Executed precise compaction techniques to ensure specifications are met.
- New build, rehab, and overlays of bridges. whether over water, railroads, or traffic. Slab, overhead, overlays, pre-fab box beams.
- Coordinated material placement processes to enhance project timelines.
- Maintained high standards of quality control.
- Streamlined communication with co-workers to improve workflow efficiency.
- Conducted site assessments.
- Determine appropriate drainage. Pipe Installation.
Traffic Controller
White Construction
Iowa City, Iowa
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Managed setup and removal of temporary traffic control equipment and signs, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Directed traffic flow around construction sites, enhancing safety and minimizing delays during operations.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate site activities and manage disruptions.
- Shutdown state route traffic for delivery of Permit Wide Loads with escorts into designated wind turbine haul roads.
Laborer/Flagger
The Shelly Co.
Findlay, Ohio
04.2023 - 11.2024
- Coordinated with team members to maintain efficient workflow on-site.
- Supported skilled tradespeople by performing essential physical labor tasks.
- Utilized radio communication systems effectively when communicating with other flaggers or supervisors.
- Facilitated communication between crew members and drivers to enhance operational safety.
- Monitored road conditions and adjusted signage as necessary.
Bridge Laborer
Eagle Bridge Co.
Sidney, Ohio
04.2000 - 10.2022
- Assisted in constructing and repairing bridge structures on various job sites.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for long-distance transport of goods.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo, securing items for safe transport.
- Assisted in finishing concrete surfaces with trowels and floats.
- Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Lima Technical College (Rhoades)
Lima12-1998
High School Diploma -
Bath High School
Lima, OH05-1996
Skills
- CLASS B CDL since 2001
- OSHA 30, AND CPR trained
- OSHA 30 Competent person
- Forming, pouring concrete, and finishing concrete via bridge abutments, beam seats, bridge decks, parapet walls, transition walls, and approach slabs
- Bidwell and Slip Form setting up knowledge and experience
- Form work, pouring, and finishing concrete for curbs, sidewalks, including handicapped sidewalk pavers
- Extensive traffic control maintenance Consisting of night double lane closure's Signage, and barrel placement
- Traffic Control Supervisor certificate of completion from Ohio Laborers Training Center
- Catch Basin, positive and negative flow experience
- Equipment operation and maintenance
- Asphalt paving, water truck driver/laborer Flagging for asphalt projects Extremely proficient in intersection flagging
- Pile driving techniques
- Measurements and calculations
- Fall protection strategies
- Heavy lifting and demolition
- CDL for construction material loading, and unloading
- Forklift, Rubber Tire Hoe, Skid steer, Construction Tractor broom, water truck, front end loader operation
- Cutting Torches proficient
Timeline
Traffic Controller
White Construction
04.2025 - 09.2025
Laborer/Flagger
The Shelly Co.
04.2023 - 11.2024
Bridge Laborer
Eagle Bridge Co.
04.2000 - 10.2022
Heavy Highway Laborer
Laborers Local 329
03.1999 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Lima Technical College (Rhoades)
High School Diploma -
Bath High School