Johnny Ayres
Tupelo,OK
Summary
Driven Field Supervisor with a high regard to site safety management and performance optimization . Highly effective at operating with minimal input and accomplishing project objectives according to Standard operating procedures as well as Federal , Local laws and requirements. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Lineman with over 20 years of successful experience in Distribution and transmission. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in Powerline Construction and Maintenance industry. Strengths in Heavy Equipment operations and Powerline construction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Manager
BHI Energy T&D
West Palm Beach, FL
09.2020 - 03.2023
- Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Eliminated dangerous behaviors potentially impacting worker safety in onsite work settings through careful analysis and process optimization.
- Evaluated workplace conformance with Compony policies and Federal state and Local Regulations regulations.
- New employee training on gear and procedures to maximize team safety.
- Addressed non-compliance issues and employees with Area production managers and suggested remediation.
- Promoted worksite safety.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
- Facilitated training for 100 employees.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
Operator
BHI Energy T&D
Oklahoma City, OK
11.2019 - 09.2020
- Efficiently read and interpreted blueprints.
- Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
- Inspected Equipment for repairs lower production loss due to equipment downtime by 60 percent.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Instructed and certified 253 new crane operators.
- Increased performance by safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery and equipment.
- Inspected, cleaned and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
- Completed documentation, reporting and other office duties such as DVIR and Maintenance Records.
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance .
- Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference and degradation and reported findings to supervisor.
- Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Supervised work of contracted employees to keep on task for timely completion.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards
- Aligned work processes with bodily mechanics to improve job function which reduced workplace repetitive movement injuries by 33%.
Crane Operator /Heavy Equipment Operator
Higher Power Electric
Oklahoma City, OK
07.2017 - 09.2019
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Synchronized resources on job sites by smoothly communicating with and directing team members via handheld mobile devices, resulting in 25% rise in production.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Resolved most mechanical issues independently and worked with supervisors and senior personnel to resolve complicated problems.
- Placed tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured location at end of each shift.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on project requirements and keep teams on tight schedules.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues.
- Recommended changes to company culture to improve safety and meet changing demands.
- Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
- Coached employees, managers and executives on effective safety policies.
- Developed safety training procedures for distribution to staff members.
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
- Conducted safety audits and investigated plant quality issues.
- Designed programs, policies, and procedures that were implemented to reduce or eliminate workplace injuries and hazards.
- Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards
- Aligned work processes with bodily mechanics to improve job function which reduced workplace repetitive movement injuries by 20%.
Field Manager /Crane Operator
M.Hastey Construction And Crane Service
Plainview, TX
03.2011 - 07.2017
- Developed and implemented processes and strategies to achieve operational goals.
- Facilitated field operations through supervision and direction of field personnel.
- Monitored personnel performance to identify opportunities for improvement and develop solutions to productivity issues.
- Maintained technical knowledge of regulations, industry trends and applicable laws regarding human resources.
- Coordinated and scheduled field personnel to cover operations throughout assigned regional area.
- Performed quality control inspections on phases of field operations.
- Tracked key performance indicators and enforced quality control measures.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Evaluated employee performance on weekly basis and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Identified and diminished performance gaps by coaching and supervising 6 subordinates.
- Trained 20 personnel in heavy Equipment equipment and Crane maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing attention to detail.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Supervised site investigations, reported issues and escalated those that required further assistance.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
- Completed documentation, reporting and other office duties such as job/scope of work planning and JSA/ tail board talks.
Safety Manager
SEC
Tulsa, Oklahoma
10.2024 - Current
- Designed and launched programs to minimize workplace incidents.
- Conducted regular safety audits and inspections to identify hazards and enforce regulations.
- Led training sessions for employees on best practices in safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate safety measures into operational processes and projects.
Education
Associate of Arts - Modern Bio Chemistry
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03.1994
Associate of Science - Bio Chemistry
The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA1991
High School Diploma -
Banks County High School
Homer, GA04.1988
Skills
- Safety and compliance
- Training
- Site analysis
- Paperwork preparation
- Risk mitigation
- Site prep safety audits
- Incident Reporting
- Safety Audits
Certification
- FMCSA Drug and Alcohol tester
- Class A CDL License
- OSHA 500
- OSHA ET&D trainer
Timeline
Safety Manager
SEC
10.2024 - Current
Safety Manager
BHI Energy T&D
09.2020 - 03.2023
Operator
BHI Energy T&D
11.2019 - 09.2020
Crane Operator /Heavy Equipment Operator
Higher Power Electric
07.2017 - 09.2019
Field Manager /Crane Operator
M.Hastey Construction And Crane Service
03.2011 - 07.2017
Associate of Arts - Modern Bio Chemistry
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Bio Chemistry
The Evergreen State College
High School Diploma -
Banks County High School