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Johnny Lester

Frametown,WV

Summary

Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Utility Inspector

Mdm corp, MVP pipeline.
Beckley, WV
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Inspected environmental crew, testing crew, tie in crews and restoration, making sure everything is completed per specs and regulations.

Line Locate/pothole Straw

Associated Pipeline Contractors
Leesville, LA
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Arranged construction materials according to project needs.
  • Preserved integrity of pipelines by digging trenches for new installation or repairing existing lines.
  • Monitored tool and equipment use to verify conformance with OSHA standards.
  • Measured and marked right-of-way for pipeline ditches with tape measures and paint.
  • Conveyed instructions to equipment operators for smooth operations.
  • Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Monitored job site parts and equipment.

Laborer for Clearing

RowCon
Charlotte , NC
01.2023 - 02.2023
  • Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
  • Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Conveyed instructions to equipment operators for smooth operations.
  • Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.

Testing Straw

Associated Pipeline Contractors
Tyler, TX
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Preserved integrity of pipelines by digging trenches for new installation or repairing existing lines.
  • Utilized pressure gauges and leak detectors to inspect pipelines for leaks.
  • Measured and marked right-of-way for pipeline ditches with tape measures and paint.
  • Adhered to reporting standards for safety issues.
  • Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
  • Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
  • Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
  • Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.

Digup/replace Straw

Associated Pipeline Contractors
Colfax, WA
08.2022 - 09.2022
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.

Laborer on Testing

Associated Pipeline Contractors
Bonners Ferry, ID
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Arranged construction materials according to project needs.
  • Preserved integrity of pipelines by digging trenches for new installation or repairing existing lines.
  • Monitored tool and equipment use to verify conformance with OSHA standards.
  • Adhered to reporting standards for safety issues.
  • Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
  • Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
  • Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
  • Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
  • Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.

Straw for Roadbore Crew

Snelson Companies
Charlotte , NC
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Selected and attached drill bits and drill rods to add extra rods as hole depths increase.
  • Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
  • Operated and stabilized machines and drills.
  • Managed rig move and drilling operations.
  • Used bolts, jigs and clamps to secure workpieces on equipment.
  • Maintained work quality and speed by changing work or broken cutting tools.

Driller

Maine Drilling & Blasting
Front Royal, VA
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Selected and attached drill bits and drill rods to add extra rods as hole depths increase.
  • Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
  • Operated and stabilized machines and drills.

Straw for Environmental/restoration

Michels Pipeline Construction
Port Allegany, PA
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Arranged construction materials according to project needs.

Cleanup/restoration

Environmental Straw

Latex Construction
Raleigh, NC
05.2020 - 04.2021
  • Installed ecds
  • Flagged traffic
  • Ran 9 man crew
  • Seeded row
  • Installed curlex

Environmental Laborer

Price Gregory International Inc.
Greenville, NC
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Installed ecds on row
  • Rolled curlex
  • Blew hay
  • Broadcast seeded the row

Skills

  • Schedule Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Quality Control
  • Strong work ethic
  • Quick learner
  • Attention to detail

Have been part of the following

  • Testing
  • Environmental
  • Tieins
  • Road bore
  • Road building
  • Restoration
  • Clearing
  • Line locate/potholing
  • Mainline coating
  • Fabrication
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Reading prints

Timeline

Utility Inspector

Mdm corp, MVP pipeline.
09.2023 - 09.2024

Line Locate/pothole Straw

Associated Pipeline Contractors
02.2023 - 08.2023

Laborer for Clearing

RowCon
01.2023 - 02.2023

Testing Straw

Associated Pipeline Contractors
09.2022 - 11.2022

Digup/replace Straw

Associated Pipeline Contractors
08.2022 - 09.2022

Laborer on Testing

Associated Pipeline Contractors
06.2022 - 08.2022

Straw for Roadbore Crew

Snelson Companies
03.2022 - 06.2022

Driller

Maine Drilling & Blasting
01.2022 - 03.2022

Straw for Environmental/restoration

Michels Pipeline Construction
05.2021 - 09.2021

Environmental Straw

Latex Construction
05.2020 - 04.2021

Environmental Laborer

Price Gregory International Inc.
01.2020 - 05.2020
Johnny Lester