John Dow
Stockton,UT
Summary
Skilled individual considered an effective Safety Manager with expertise in analyzing hazards and reporting on incidents in the workplace. A true champion of teaching the value of safety processes and procedures. Highly collaborative and professional with a strong background in building and leading talented teams.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Test Manager
Mellor Engineering
Dugway, Utah
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Managed multiple concurrent projects while ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Provided technical guidance and support to junior team members on all aspects of manual and automated testing activities.
- Identified areas in need of improvement within the existing testing processes.
- Collaborated with professionals to conduct research, gather requirements, and implement testing procedures to meet company thresholds.
Safety Manager
Makers Line
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2020 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and standards.
- Conducted regular safety meetings for staff to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Evaluated workplace environment and equipment to identify potential hazards.
- Investigated incidents of injury or illness to determine root cause and corrective action plans.
- Provided training on proper use of PPE and other safety protocols.
- Inspected facilities regularly for compliance with OSHA standards.
- Intervened in unsafe situations to prevent injuries or property damage.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations related to occupational health and safety.
Dispatcher Manager
Alpha Transport Inc
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2014 - 03.2020
- Created and maintained daily, weekly, and monthly reports of all dispatching activities.
- Monitored and tracked the progress of drivers and shipments to ensure on-time delivery.
- Organized routes for drivers to maximize efficiency.
- Developed policies for driver safety and customer service.
- Ensured that all vehicles met DOT standards for safety inspections.
- Coordinated communication between warehouse personnel, customers, and drivers via phone or radio transmissions.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding shipment delays or damages promptly.
- Scheduled maintenance appointments for fleet vehicles when necessary.
- Maintained compliance with local laws related to transportation regulations.
- Utilized GPS systems to track vehicle locations in real time.
- Investigated any accidents involving company vehicles.
- Fielded incoming calls, answered questions and transferred calls internally.
- Promoted safe work activities by conducting safety audits and attending company safety meetings.
- Managed daily scheduling of labor and equipment needs and changes, embracing continuous improvement efforts.
- Dispatched drivers to meet daily delivery needs for company customers.
Master Mechanic
Lawley Automotive Group
Sierra Vista, AZ
03.2001 - 07.2013
- Diagnosed problems and determined the appropriate repair process for a variety of vehicles.
- Tested vehicle performance to ensure proper operation after repairs were completed.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including oil changes, lubrication, and filter replacements.
- Repaired electrical systems such as ignition systems, lighting systems, alternators, starters, and batteries.
- Rebuilt engines using special tools and diagnostic equipment.
- Installed new parts such as brakes, shock absorbers, exhausts, radiators, fuel pumps and other engine components.
- Inspected vehicle emissions control systems to ensure compliance with government regulations.
- Reviewed manufacturer's technical bulletins to stay current on changing technology and techniques used in the automotive industry.
- Replaced worn out or damaged parts using hand tools or power tools.
- Utilized computer software programs to diagnose complex mechanical problems.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while performing maintenance activities.
- Adhered to local laws governing safe disposal of hazardous waste materials used during repairs.
Education
Nuclear Biological Chemical Course
Fort Sill, OK1989
Industrial Maintenance Technology
Western Wyoming Community College
Rock Springs, WYOSHA 510 Certification
OSHA
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Risk Identification
- Incident Investigation
- Regulations and Compliance
- Safety Hazards Analysis
- Schedule Coordination
- Fleet Dispatching
- Daily Reports
- Workflow Planning
- Issue Resolution
- Vehicle Inspection
- Preventive Maintenance
- EPA Requirements
- System Repairs
- Engine Overhauls
Timeline
Test Manager
Mellor Engineering
01.2024 - 11.2024
Safety Manager
Makers Line
03.2020 - 10.2023
Dispatcher Manager
Alpha Transport Inc
03.2014 - 03.2020
Master Mechanic
Lawley Automotive Group
03.2001 - 07.2013
Nuclear Biological Chemical Course
Industrial Maintenance Technology
Western Wyoming Community College
OSHA 510 Certification
OSHA
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