Joseph Golden IV
Fort Gay,WV
Summary
24+ years working experience.......Hardworking, Honest, 30 min early is "on time", Believe in "Doing it RIGHT the First time!", I'm Basically looking for a career that is stable/everyday work/with good benefits/that I can retire from.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Bridge Foreman
CATTS Construction
Cleveland, OH
2024 - Current
- Supervised bridge construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project specifications.
- Coordinated daily operations among crew members to optimize workflow and project efficiency.
- Trained new staff on equipment operation, safety protocols, and best practices in bridge maintenance.
- Conducted inspections to assess structural integrity and identify necessary repairs or improvements.
- Managed material procurement and inventory control to maintain project continuity and minimize delays.
- Developed work schedules to align resources with project timelines, enhancing productivity across teams.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold construction standards and reduce rework incidents.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to unforeseen circumstances such as weather or material delays while efficiently reallocating resources accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, leading to a significant decrease in on-site accidents and injuries.
- Maintained open lines of communication among team members, fostering a collaborative work environment that increased overall performance.
- Established strong relationships with clients through effective communication skills and professional demeanor.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
Laborer
Laborers Local 1353
Charleston, WV
05.1999 - Current
Construction Superintendent
Swope Construction
Huntington, WV
2021 - 2023
- Oversaw daily construction activities, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and quality standards.
- Managed project timelines and resources, coordinating with subcontractors for efficient workflow.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced delays on-site.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify issues and ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
- Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
- Coordinated required inspections with local jurisdictions to identify and quickly resolve any code concerns.
- Increased customer satisfaction by maintaining open lines of communication, addressing concerns promptly, and ensuring quality work throughout the project lifecycle.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tolsia High School
Glen Hayes, WV4 1996
Skills
27years of construction experience Welded, and fabricated for 2 1/2 years prior to joining Laborers Union Still get to weld occasionally in the Laborers Not certified though I can use just about any hand tools, good with a transit and lazer, can operate any of the following equiptment productively and safely; skidsteer, sky track, mini-escavator, backhoe, cherry picker, loader, forklift, manlift, scissorlift, remote roller/compactor, vibraplate, whacker Good hand at building scaffolding 17 years experience with flagging and traffic control Drove flatbed and single axle dump truck for couple years for Rover Construction also I have been Laborer Foreman or Labor Steward 90% of the time over the past 13 years Confident and comfortable giving JSA/JHA, as well as keeping time and managing crews of 15 people or less Could handle more if needed though I believe in doing things right the first time, believe communication is key to being productive and safe, and enjoy working outside and learning new processes and ways of doing things
REFERENCES
Professional References
-Doug Stamper Previous Superintendent (304)521-5279
-Hollie Massie Previous Project Manager
(304) 812-7702
-Shane Dillon Local 1353. Business Agent (304)544-4300
-Ken Marcum Previous Foreman (304)272-5632
-Matt Golden. United States Corp of Engineers Specialist (606)331-3682
-Mike Dempsey Owner of CATTS Construction
(440)263-1068
-Cecil Strickland. State Inspector on my current project
(304)545-6998
-Christerfer Jaguelski. Consultant Inspector on last project
(216) 905-2815
Timeline
Laborer
Laborers Local 1353
05.1999 - Current
High School Diploma -
Tolsia High School
Bridge Foreman
CATTS Construction
2024 - Current
Construction Superintendent
Swope Construction
2021 - 2023