Joel Turnbow
Columbia,TN
Summary
Skilled Operations Supervisor with broad experience in overseeing daily operations, streamlining processes, and implementing effective business strategies. Strengths include strong leadership abilities, organizational skills and a keen focus on operational efficiency. Previous roles have led to improved team productivity, cost reduction and enhanced operational workflows.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Supervisor
TDOT
Columbia, TN
01.2024 - Current
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling personnel, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and performance reviews.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Trained, mentored and motivated employees to maximize team productivity.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Office Supervisor
TDOT
Columbia, TN
12.2008 - 12.2012
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations within the workplace environment.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members.
- Scheduled meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for management personnel.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding products or services offered by the department.
- Directed and oversaw office personnel activities.
- Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
- Coordinated office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance with company policies.
- Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with issues with payments.
- Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
Surveyor
TDOT
Columbia, TN
03.1991 - 12.2008
- Conducted research to identify land boundaries and survey markers.
- Analyzed aerial photographs, maps, and other data sources for surveying projects.
- Maintained accurate records of all surveys conducted with detailed diagrams and descriptions.
- Assisted with boundary disputes by providing expert testimony in court proceedings.
- Researched historical records in order to locate evidence related to previous surveys or boundary lines.
- Set fixed points by creating maps and utilizing geodetic and engineering instruments.
Surveyor
Monsanto
Columbia, TN
05.1976 - 03.1991
- Performed calculations to determine precise measurements of property lines.
- Compiled field notes and sketches into comprehensive reports that documented survey findings.
- Maintained accurate records of all surveys conducted with detailed diagrams and descriptions.
- Ensured accuracy when using specialized instruments such as levels, transits, and theodolites during surveys.
- Set fixed points by creating maps and utilizing geodetic and engineering instruments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lewis County High School
Hohenwald, TN05-1976
Skills
- Compliance Management
- Staff Supervision
- Operations Management
- Safety oversight
- Customer Relations
- Task Delegation
- Team Training
- Delegation
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
TDOT
01.2024 - Current
Office Supervisor
TDOT
12.2008 - 12.2012
Surveyor
TDOT
03.1991 - 12.2008
Surveyor
Monsanto
05.1976 - 03.1991
High School Diploma -
Lewis County High School
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