Joseph Thomas
Waynesboro,MS
Summary
Entrepreneurial Owner with experience and solid history of business success. Built operations from ground up with strategic and scalable approaches. Well-oriented to quickly identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Thomas Sales & Service
Waynesboro, MS
01.2015 - Current
- Established business strategies to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction.
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery and workflow.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels and availability.
- Cultivated vendor relationships to secure quality supplies and favorable terms.
- Implemented financial tracking systems for budgeting and expense management.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, and other critical systems.
- Assisted customers in understanding repair needs and options available.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all repair activities.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on small engines.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Operated forklift to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded freight from trucks using pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Stacked products in designated areas to optimize space utilization.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Boiler Maker, Millwright, Pipefitter, Forklift Operator
ProEnergy Services
, LA
09.2018 - 04.2021
- Operated machinery to maintain efficient production processes.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to management.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure safety compliance and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Documented daily operations and maintained accurate logs for quality control.
- Implemented best practices for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding production schedules and needs.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Operated forklift to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded freight from trucks using pallet jacks and forklifts.
Roustabout
J&S Roustabout Services
, MS
05.2012 - 11.2013
- Cleared work areas of debris and hazards to promote safety standards.
- Maintained equipment and tools, ensuring readiness for daily operations.
- Supported drilling operations by transporting materials and supplies as needed.
- Followed procedures for proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Inspected and operated pumps, valves, and pipelines for oil wells.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials from one area to another.
- Loaded, unloaded, and transported tools, supplies, and other materials using trucks or trailers.
- Repaired or replaced broken parts on pumps, motors, engines, valves.
- Dismantled equipment to and cleaned or performed regular maintenance.
- Transported equipment from one job site to another.
- Assisted in the repair and maintenance of machinery on well sites.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wayne Academy
Waynesboro, MS01.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MSSkills
- Equipment repair
- Operational efficiency
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Small business operations
- Equipment operation
References
- Kendall Kittrell, Project Manager, ProEnergy Services, 601-394-3210
- Richard Johnson, Former Mayor of Waynesboro & Employer, 601-410-6100
- Brian Cooper, Construction/Site Manager, Primoris Renewables LLC, 309-256-4223
Timeline
Boiler Maker, Millwright, Pipefitter, Forklift Operator
ProEnergy Services
09.2018 - 04.2021
Owner
Thomas Sales & Service
01.2015 - Current
Roustabout
J&S Roustabout Services
05.2012 - 11.2013
High School Diploma -
Wayne Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Jones County Junior College