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Joseph Anderson

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Effective Highway Maintenance Worker proudly offering over 5 years' experience in various types of road projects, including snow and ice removal, shoulder repairs and sign replacement. A hard worker and efficient employee working in all types of weather conditions with relative ease. Offering skills in team collaboration, communication and leadership. Enthusiastic Highway Maintenance Worker with extensive expertise in repairing and cleaning roadways. A safety-conscious individual offering exemplary communication and interpersonal skills. Looking to tackle new challenges with a company that values a strong work ethic. Team-driven individual boasting a career spent managing the control of traffic and handling emergency response. A communicative Highway Maintenance Worker known for mentoring and training fellow employees. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Highway Maintenance Technician 1

Indiana Dept of Transportation
Crawfordsville , IN
2018.06 - Current
  • Assisted with roadway projects and highway repairs by controlling traffic patterns.
  • Erected signs and cones to divert traffic in active work areas.
  • Repaired roadway signs, fences and other structures.
  • Cleared snow, ice and other debris from highways to maintain road safety.
  • Hauled and spread sand, gravel and clay to fill washouts and repair road shoulders.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.
  • Flagged motorists to provide warning of obstacles and repair work.
  • Operated pneumatic tampers to repair joints and patch broken pavement with asphalt.
  • Measured locations for installation of markers, utilizing tape, string or chalk.
  • Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety.
  • 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.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Highway Maintenance Technician 3

Indiana Dept of Transportation
Crawfordsville , IN
2014.11 - 2018.06
  • Assisted with roadway projects and highway repairs by controlling traffic patterns.
  • Erected signs and cones to divert traffic in active work areas.
  • Repaired roadway signs, fences and other structures.
  • Cleared snow, ice and other debris from highways to maintain road safety.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.
  • Hauled and spread sand, gravel and clay to fill washouts and repair road shoulders.
  • Flagged motorists to provide warning of obstacles and repair work.
  • Operated pneumatic tampers to repair joints and patch broken pavement with asphalt.
  • Measured locations for installation of markers, utilizing tape, string or chalk.
  • Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety.
  • 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.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Park Ranger

Indiana Dept of Natural Resources
Waveland , IN
2012.02 - 2014.06
  • Patrolled trails and enforced adherence to park safety rules and regulations to prevent injuries and accidents among visitors.
  • Answered inquiries from visitors and provided information regarding park layout and history.
  • Contributed to park ranger training and development by mentoring and assisting new team members with tasks.
  • Delivered emergency aid to hikers overcome by heat and exhaustion and contacted paramedics for hospital transport.
  • Performed search and rescue missions and led teams to find lost and stranded visitors quickly and effectively.
  • Controlled incoming and outgoing traffic during special events and directed drivers to parking lots.
  • Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.

Press Assistant

RR Donnelley
Crawfordsville , IN
1990.05 - 2012.01
  • Maintained machines in good working order by cleaning, lubricating and adjusting.
  • Examined and produced specific job orders.
  • Prepared machines for printing and operated one-and two-color printing presses, platemakers, hydraulic paper cutters and digital printers and copiers.
  • Examined printed copy for correct ink density, position on paper and registration.
  • Met production schedules and throughput yield targets.
  • Verified ink specifications, inked presses, changed ink and adjusted ink flow.
  • Kept records of materials used and time needed for projects.
  • Set appropriate speeds, flows, colors, temperatures and positions for printing.
  • Monitored team progress to complete projects within deadlines, including large print jobs and rush orders.
  • Removed printed products from printing machines manually or via hand trucks or power lifts and transitioned material to drying and finishing or storage areas.
  • Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
  • Jogged and stacked paper, delivering blank or partially printed stock to equipment.
  • Assisted clients in customizing design and layout of business and personal documents.
  • Tracked and organized warehouse inventory and accepted and stocked paper and supplies for shipments.
  • Maintained data on printing outputs produced, supplies consumed, printing costs and equipment maintenance and repairs performed.
  • Posted and adhered to lockout/tagout, hazardous material handling and hearing and eye standards.

Parks Maintenance Worker

Indiana Dept of Narural Resources
Waveland , IN
1981.05 - 1990.05
  • Cut grass with gasoline-fueled riding lawn mowers, push power lawn mowers and string trimmers.
  • Cleaned and removed litter from parks, parking lot and other public areas.
  • Maintained and cleaned park restrooms, pavilions and other facilities.
  • Operated pickup truck with attached trailer to transport equipment and materials to and from assigned areas.
  • Installed, repaired and operated irrigation and sprinkler systems to maintain proper absorption and drainage of grounds.
  • Assisted with various construction and landscape projects to maintain visually appealing grounds.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Conservation Law

Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN

Skills

  • Drainage Cleaning
  • Snow and Ice Removal
  • Shoulder Repairs
  • Interpersonal and Written Communication
  • Safety Procedures
  • Safe Machinery Operation
  • Traffic Control
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Problem Resolution
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Conflict Resolution
  • PPE Use
  • Basic Math
  • Organizational Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Flexible Schedule
  • First Aid/CPR
  • People Skills
  • Relationship Building
  • Team Management
  • Active Listening
  • Microsoft Office
  • Customer Service
  • Computer Skills
  • Training & Development
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Team Building

Certification

  • Licensed Class 6 Pesticide - 2016

Timeline

Highway Maintenance Technician 1

Indiana Dept of Transportation
2018.06 - Current

Highway Maintenance Technician 3

Indiana Dept of Transportation
2014.11 - 2018.06

Park Ranger

Indiana Dept of Natural Resources
2012.02 - 2014.06

Press Assistant

RR Donnelley
1990.05 - 2012.01

Parks Maintenance Worker

Indiana Dept of Narural Resources
1981.05 - 1990.05

Some College (No Degree) - Conservation Law

Vincennes University
  • Licensed Class 6 Pesticide - 2016
Joseph Anderson