Jimmy Carpenter
louisville,KY
Summary
Dynamic Labor Supervisor with extensive experience at Louisville Metro Government, excelling in project management and safety compliance. Proven track record in budget preparation and report writing, leading teams to enhance operational efficiency. Adept at implementing safety protocols, ensuring high-quality standards in public works projects while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
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1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Labor Supervisor
Louisville Metro Gov / Public Works/ Roads Div/ East District
Louisville, US
09.2025 - Current
- Description Supervises multiple work crews involved in road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance, right-of-way signs and markings, snow removal and other public works projects. Investigates complaints from the public regarding public works projects. Coordinates projects, enforces safe work practices and oversees field review of public works projects Exercises supervision over subordinate personnel Examples of Duties Examples of Work: UNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION Interprets, explains and enforces regulations, policies and procedures and renders decisions Enforces safety procedures to ensure safe operation of equipment and employee safety Attends meetings, provides information, and answers questions concerning public works operations and projects Plans, develops, organizes and evaluates public road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance and signs and markings programs for compliance to standards and regulations and recommends modifications and improvements Supervised and assigned work tasks while reviewing completed assignments in road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance, and signs and markings for quality and compliance. Prepared and submitted bid specifications and requests, providing recommendations for procurement of materials and equipment for road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance and signs and markings projects Provides technical assistance and instruction concerning the operation and use of signs and markings, and light and heavy construction equipment and materials Consults with subordinates and managers to discuss problems, procedures and work assignment progress Delegates work and responsibilities to subordinates to achieve objectives and goals Coordinated road construction, road maintenance, property maintenance and signs and markings projects with departmental personnel and contractors to ensure project alignment and efficiency Assists with budget preparation and prepares reports Performs related work Physical Requirement & Working Conditions: Maintained regular and punctual attendance to fulfill job responsibilities Spends prolonged periods of time sitting, standing, walking, carrying, stooping and climbing Lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds in a team setting Must work a varied schedule Spends prolonged periods of time exposed to the elements Inspects and observes work areas
- Managed daily operations for road maintenance and repair projects to maintain quality standards. of road maintenance and repair projects.
- Verified adherence to safety regulations throughout work activities to ensure employee safety. with safety regulations during all work activities.
- Organized work schedules for crew members and equipment to optimize project timelines. for crew members and equipment usage.
Roads Inspector I
Louisville Metro Go / Department of Public Works
Louisville, US
09.2022 - 09.2025
- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Inspects the construction of bridges, roadways, sidewalks, and appurtenances; within the public right-of-way. Ensures compliance with local ordinances and plans and specifications; responds to complaints and inquiries from the public and resolves problems and concerns Mentored and trained Public Works Inspectors on codes and specifications, ensuring adherence to industry standards. Reviews construction and planning drawings, and analyzes and interprets blueprints and other technical information; responds to the public regarding right-of-way questions and problems. Attends meetings and provides information on right-of-way operations Inspects sites proposed for right-of-way closure and submits recommendations Measures distances to verify accuracy of dimensions of installations and layouts prepared samples of materials for laboratory testing monitors work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed and materials used conform to plans & specifications Records quantities of materials received... or used during specified periods; maintains daily log of construction and inspection activities and compares progress reports. Computer monthly estimates of work completed and approves quantities Validates levels, alignment, and elevation of installations, using surveyor's level and transit Conducts site distance, sidewalk, right-of-way obstructions, Handicap parking zone and fire hydrant inspections Performs bond release inspections, reviews claims, gathers information for legal proceedings, and testifies in court. Trains Public Works Inspector I on codes and specifications, procedures, and record-keeping perform related work high school diploma or the equivalent WORK EXPERIENCE. Five years of inspection in heavy highway, utility construction; survey or drafting. Equivalency, and equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for other MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license must be on 24-hour call must enroll in the University of Kentucky Technology Transfer Program (Road Scholars- Road Masters) upon employment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must possess or obtain American Concrete Institute (ACI) Level 1, Aggregate Sampling Technician, Grade Level 1 Technician, and Asphalt Field Technician certifications within six months of employment physical REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS. Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds in a team setting must be able to work in extremely varying weather conditions walking, bending, stooping, climbing is required to access varying type of terrain including confined spaces and elevated surfaces.
- Website: www.louisvilleky.gov
- Conducted inspections of public infrastructure for compliance with safety standards.
- Evaluated construction sites for adherence to city regulations and guidelines.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed inspection reports for management review.
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor II
Louisville Free Public Library / Louisville Metro Gov
LOUISVILLE, US
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Oversee maintenance for 17 Library branches including Main Branch
- Oversaw daily operations of maintenance workers, mechanics, courier services, inventory staff, mowing contractors, cleaning services, and pages.
- Planned, organized, and evaluated grounds and facilities maintenance programs for compliance with standards, recommending modifications and improvements, inspecting completed work, and consulting with staff on issues and work assignments.
- Implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and protect employee well-being. to ensure safe operation of equipment and employee safety.
- Assist in budget preparation and monitor and control expenditures and Payroll.
- Delegate work and responsibilities to achieve goals and objectives.
- Interprets, explains and enforces regulations, policies and procedures and renders decisions.
- Coordinates projects and activities with departments and contractors.
- Prepared and submitted bid specifications and requests, recommending procurement of materials, equipment, supplies, and services.
Supervisor II
Louisville Metro Gov - Jefferson Memorial Forest - Maintenance Dept
Louisville, US
10.2015 - 08.2020
- Supervised daily maintenance operations at Jefferson Memorial Forest.
- Assisted in budget preparation, monitored and controlled expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility. Delegated tasks and responsibilities to achieve goals and objectives. Interprets, explains and enforces regulations, policies and procedures and renders decisions. Enforces safety procedures to ensure safe operation of equipment and employee safety. Provides technical assistance and instruction concerning the operation and use of equipment and materials Plans, organizes and evaluates grounds and facilities maintenance programs and operations for compliance to standards and regulations, and recommends modifications and improvements Inspects completed work, and consults with staff to discuss problems, procedures and work assignments Coordinates projects and activities with departments and contractors Prepared and submitted bid specifications and requests, recommending procurement of materials, equipment, and services to support operational needs.
- Streamlined team schedules to improve workflow efficiency. to optimize resource allocation and workflow.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and proper equipment usage.
Supervisor II
Louisville Metro Government - Skilled Trades Maintenance Dept
Louisville, US
06.2013 - 10.2015
- Skilled Trades Supervisor II Oversees and schedules All Skilled Trades Union Employees and Contractors for Maintenance repairs of 500 facilities within Metro Parks. Snow Administrator from December 4th to March 15th each year. Assisted with budget preparation and monitored expenditures to align with organizational goals. Assigned tasks and responsibilities to team members for effective workflow. Interprets, explains and enforces regulations, policies and procedures and renders decisions Implemented safety procedures to maintain safe operation of equipment and ensure employee safety. Provides technical assistance and instruction concerning the operation and use of equipment and materials Planned, organized, and evaluated grounds and facilities maintenance programs for compliance with standards and regulations, recommending modifications for continuous improvement Inspects completed work, and consults with staff to discuss problems, procedures and work assignments Coordinated projects and activities across departments and contractors to ensure effective execution and alignment with operational objectives Prepares and submits bid specifications and bid requests, and recommends procurement of materials, equipment, supplies and services Performs related work
- Website: www.louisvilleky.gov
- Supervised maintenance team to ensure efficient operations at Jefferson Memorial Forest.
- Managed staff schedules to optimize maintenance team efficiency. and tasks for staff in the Maintenance Department.
- Educated new staff on safety measures and proper equipment handling. on safety protocols and equipment usage.
Supervisor II / Pools and Spray Grounds
Louisville Metro Gov
Louisville, US
04.2012 - 06.2013
- Assisted in budget preparation and monitored expenditures to ensure adherence to financial plans. Delegates work and responsibilities to achieve goals and objectives. Interprets, explains and enforces regulations, policies and procedures and renders decisions Enforces safety procedures to ensure safe operation of equipment and employee safety. Provides technical assistance and instruction concerning the operation and use of equipment and materials. Evaluated grounds and facilities maintenance programs for compliance with standards, recommended modifications and improvements. Inspects completed work, and consults with staff to discuss problems, procedures and work assignments Coordinates projects and activities with departments and contractors Prepared and submitted bid specifications and requests, recommending procurement of materials, equipment and supplies to support operational needs. Performs related work Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work Supported team efforts by lifting and carrying items weighing up to 70 pounds. Collaborated with team to lift and carry items weighing over 70 pounds. Performed various physical activities, including sitting, standing, walking, carrying, stooping, and climbing throughout the workday. Adapted to a varied work schedule to meet operational needs. Performed job duties outdoors, enduring prolonged exposure to environmental elements.
- Performed various physical activities, including sitting, standing, walking, carrying, stooping, and climbing throughout the workday.
- Adapted to a varied work schedule to meet operational needs.
- Performed job duties outdoors, enduring prolonged exposure to environmental elements.
Supervisor I / CDL A
Louisville Metro Gov
Louisville, US
04.2011 - 04.2012
- Supervised daily operations and coordinated tasks among team members.
- Enforces safety procedures to ensure safe operation of equipment and employee safety Coordinated transportation of workers and materials between locations to ensure timely project execution Delegated tasks and assessed completed projects for quality assurance and compliance with standards Delivered technical assistance and instruction on equipment operation and material use to enhance team proficiency Inspects work sites to determine work methods and procedures, machinery, equipment, tools and materials Plans, schedules and adjusts projects and work procedures to meet deadlines Receives and completes work orders for group and event set-up Performed tasks to support daily operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and city guidelines.
- Trained new staff on procedures and operational standards.
Sign Erector / Paint Machine Operator II
City of Louisville Street Maintenance
Louisville, US
01.2001 - 10.2003
- Began in Roads Division as CDL truck Driver handling road repairs and guard rails and so forth. Installs street signs. Paints stop bars, crosswalks, and bar walk areas and islands. Performs street grid work in assigned sections of the city. Paints and straightens posts and signs. Supported road maintenance by executing various related tasks. Operates trucks and other motor vehicles. Changes tires and jump starts or changes batteries to maintain vehicles. Loads and unloads salt, sand, asphalt and rock. Checks and maintains oil and gas supply at proper levels. Operates a portable air compressor. Participated in street repairs, enhancing overall road safety and accessibility. Operated heavy machinery, including laborer, jackhammer, and screed operator, ensuring timely project completion. Communicates via radio with crew personnel and to supervisor. Alerts proper personnel in the event of an emergency situation. Repairs potholes and flags traffic. Operates snowplow and salt spreading equipment. Performs related work
- Operated heavy machinery for street maintenance and repair tasks.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment for safety compliance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area and tools.
Education
GED -
Jefferson Community College ( Adult Education )
Louisville, KYSkills
- Project management
- Procurement management
- Budget management
- Safety compliance
- Safety training
- Report preparation
- Project management tools
Certification
- Sexual Harassment Management, 2012-10-01, Metro University
- FMLA Training Stage 2, 2012-07-01, Metro University
- Family Violence Awareness, 2012-04-01, Metro University
- Supervisor Enhancement and Development (SEAD), 2012-04-01, Metro University
- Performance Reviews, 2012-03-01, Metro University
- Standards of Ethical Conduct, 2012-03-01, Metro University
- Foundation of Team Building, 2012-03-01, Metro University
- Public Works Preparedness and Response to Terrorism and Weapons of WMD, 2002-07-01, Department of Justice & Texas A&M
- Confined Space Entrant, Attendant & Supervisor, 2012-09-01, Health & Safety Sciences, LLC
- Coaching Essentials, 2013-04-01, Metro University
- L.E.A.D., 2013-12-01, 2013-12-01, Metro University
- Compassionate Crisis Management, 2016-05-01, LMPD Training Academy
- Drainage: The Key to Roads that Last, 2022-04-01, 2022-04-01, University of Kentucky College of Engineering / KY Transportation Center
- Asphalt Paving Best Practice, 2022-09-01, University of Kentucky College of Engineering
- Traffic Management through Signals, Signs and Markings, 2022-02-01, University of Kentucky College of Engineering
- Understanding The Difference in People, 2022-02-01, University of Kentucky College of Engineering
- Low-Cost Roadway Safety Improvements, 2023-06-01, University of Kentucky
- Risk Management / Tort Liability, 2023-07-01, University of Kentucky
- Basic Flagger & Work Zone Certification, 2023-07-01, 2025-07-01, University of Kentucky
- U ok K Road Scholar Program Certification, 2023-11-01, University of Kentucky
- Work Zone Trafic Control Technician, 2025-11-01, 2030-11-01, T25110648, KYTC U of K
- Sexual Harassment - Management, 2026-02-01, 2028-02-01, LMG, Metro University Training
- Work Zone Traffic Control technician, 2025-11-01, 2030-11-01, T25110648, UK College of Engineering
- Drug Free Workplace: A Leader's Guide, 2026-02-01, NA, LMG
- The Intersection of Emotional Intelligence and Conflict Resolution in the Workplace, 2026-01-01, NA, LMG
- Active Aggressor - Emergency Action Planning for LMG Management, 2025-12-01, NA, LMG
- Performance Evaluation-WD, 2025-09-01, NA, LMG
- Microaggressions: Introductory Training, 2025-01-01, NA, LMG
- Culturally Responsive Workplace Environment Training, 2025-01-01, NA, LMG
- Active Aggressor - Emergency Action Planning for LMG Management, 2026-02-01, NA, LMG
Personal Information
Title: Labor Supervisor
Timeline
Labor Supervisor
Louisville Metro Gov / Public Works/ Roads Div/ East District
09.2025 - Current
Roads Inspector I
Louisville Metro Go / Department of Public Works
09.2022 - 09.2025
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor II
Louisville Free Public Library / Louisville Metro Gov
10.2020 - 09.2021
Supervisor II
Louisville Metro Gov - Jefferson Memorial Forest - Maintenance Dept
10.2015 - 08.2020
Supervisor II
Louisville Metro Government - Skilled Trades Maintenance Dept
06.2013 - 10.2015
Supervisor II / Pools and Spray Grounds
Louisville Metro Gov
04.2012 - 06.2013
Supervisor I / CDL A
Louisville Metro Gov
04.2011 - 04.2012
Sign Erector / Paint Machine Operator II
City of Louisville Street Maintenance
01.2001 - 10.2003
GED -
Jefferson Community College ( Adult Education )