Jeremy Brown
BUENA VISTA,VA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at the Virginia Department of Transportation. Proven track record in quality assurance and problem resolution, ensuring compliance with standards. Recognized for effective collaboration and organization, successfully managing projects while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
13
13
Certifications
Work History
Engineering Tech 3
Virginia Department of Transportation
03.2016 - Current
- Performed daily project inspection to insure all plans, specifications and standards are followed.
- Monitor and document materials used to insure approved materials are in use and pay quantities are calculated and correct to approve monthly payment to the contractor.
- Utilize Sharepoint, AWP and Plan Grid for documentation and payments
- Create monthly meeting agendas, minutes and sign in sheets for monthly progress meetings.
- Maintain a professional relationship with contractor and staff.
- Maintain all required certifications and training.
Project Manager
J.D. Electric
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
Department Manager
Lowe's
05.2011 - 08.2014
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Carpenter/ Equipment Operator
Welsh Construction
06.2005 - 05.2011
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
Assembly Technician
Dana Corporation
09.1997 - 06.2005
- Worked directly with QA personnel to identify and correct defects.
- Executed regular tests and inspection procedures to assemble products according to specifications.
- Kept work areas organized, tidy, and clean for maximum productivity.
- Performed assembly of products according to specifications and instructions.
- Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools.
- Inspected all work for quality and compliance with design standards.
- Trained new staff to perform assembly techniques, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Inspected parts and assemblies before shipment to customers to verify accuracy.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.
Combat Engineer
United States Marine Corps
02.2000 - 05.2003
- Constructed floating bridges and temporary roadways to facilitate movement of large convoys of equipment and personnel to and from battle areas.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Employed, fired and recovered anti-personnel and anti-tank mines.
- Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
- Conducted ground reconnaissance for roads, bridges and tunnels and reported findings to commander.
- Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
Assistant Produce Manager
Harris Teeter
11.1994 - 09.1997
- Planned attractive produce displays, using color and texture to enhance.
- Maintained produce display, and prep and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Maintained produce area and kept produce storage area clean and sanitary.
- Coached and mentored new team members.
- Assisted customers with produce questions.
- Selected items for specials and marked down items to reduce losses.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rockbridge County High School
Lexington, VA05.1995
Skills
- Basic math
- Troubleshooting
- PPE use
- Collaboration
- Organization and time management
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Quality assurance
- Trustworthy
- Works well with others or independently
- Dependable and responsible
- Problem resolution
Certification
Certifications in the following:
(ACI) American Concrete Institute
Soils and Aggregate
Nuclear Density/Hazmat
Asphalt Field 1 & 2
Surface treatment
Slurry Surface
Pavement Marking
Guardrail
Dual Certification with the DEQ for Stormwater and Erosion and Sediment Control
First Aid, CPR Bloodborne Pathogens
Confined Space
Fall Protection
Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control
District Administrator Award
Completed the route 159 box culvert project on time and budget while being impacted by a major flood event.
Timeline
Engineering Tech 3
Virginia Department of Transportation
03.2016 - Current
Project Manager
J.D. Electric
08.2014 - 03.2016
Department Manager
Lowe's
05.2011 - 08.2014
Carpenter/ Equipment Operator
Welsh Construction
06.2005 - 05.2011
Combat Engineer
United States Marine Corps
02.2000 - 05.2003
Assembly Technician
Dana Corporation
09.1997 - 06.2005
Assistant Produce Manager
Harris Teeter
11.1994 - 09.1997
High School Diploma -
Rockbridge County High School
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