John Wesley Sever
Cleveland,GA
Summary
Experienced construction professional with a strong background in operating multiple pieces of heavy equipment and overseeing various construction projects(commercial & residential)from start to finish.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter Foreman
Magness Construction
10.2021 - Current
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites, verifying supply readiness prior to project start.
- Inspected work performed by carpentry crews to check completion of job specifications.
- Assessed project size to prepare work orders and determine resources needed to complete jobs.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Addressed employee issues and conflicts, applying listening and communication skills to promote quick resolution.
- Maintained contact with lumber companies and hardware dealers for material pricing.
- Supervised teams of up to 6 employees, answering questions, and providing feedback on work progress.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
Fence Installer
Marietta Fence Company
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Installed metal and wooden fences and privacy borders.
- Reviewed property plans to delineate site parameters.
- Discussed fencing requirements and specifications with clients.
- Conducted site inspections to determine project costs and required installation materials.
- Utilized plumb bobs and levels to align posts for proper installation and high-quality completed work.
- Attached rails or tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.
- Contacted local officials to determine utility and water line locations prior to digging on any property.
Heavy Equipment Operator
GTS-Cherokee Fiber
09.2012 - 02.2014
- Installed Fiber Optic pipe using a directional driller and Minix
Heavy Equipment Operator
Rockdale Pipeline
03.2008 - 04.2012
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Operated a range of heavy equipment: excavators, bulldozers, skidsteer, miniX, trackhoe, and dump trucks to transport heavy materials
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Provided technical assistance to other workers on job site.
Landscape Foreman
Creative Concrete and Excuvating
02.2002 - 06.2008
- Graded property, cut driveways and sidewalks for new residential homes
- Operated skid steers, wheel loaders, forklifts, yard goats and box blade tractors
Education
High School Diploma -
Clearwater High School
Clearwater, FL05.1996
Skills
- General carpentry
- Site Grading
- Crane Operation
- Land Clearing
- Backhoe Operation
- Construction experience
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- OSHA Compliance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Front end loader operations
- Residential construction
- Materials Movement
- Effective communication skills
- Team Leadership
- Blueprint reading abilities
- Commercial construction experience
- Bulldozer Operation
Timeline
Carpenter Foreman
Magness Construction
10.2021 - Current
Fence Installer
Marietta Fence Company
10.2018 - 12.2021
Heavy Equipment Operator
GTS-Cherokee Fiber
09.2012 - 02.2014
Heavy Equipment Operator
Rockdale Pipeline
03.2008 - 04.2012
Landscape Foreman
Creative Concrete and Excuvating
02.2002 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Clearwater High School
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