Josh Lewis
Lawrence,KS
Summary
Reliable and safety-focused professional with a diverse background in underground utility installation and commercial floor maintenance, seeking to transition into an entry-level chemical production role at ICL. Proven track record of operation and maintaining heavy machinery, managing complex installations, and precisely mixing maintenance chemicals in adherences to strict safety standards. A discipline self-starter with exceptional spatial awareness, an uncompromised commitment to OSHA compliance, and the physical stamina required for demanding industrial plant environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Newspaper Carrier
Lawrence Journal-World
Lawrence, Kansas
10.2020 - 09.2026
- Managed Independent daily logistics to ensure the accurate, timely distribution of materials under tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated exceptional reliability and time management by consistently executing routes in diverse weather conditions and low-visibility hours.
- Maintained accurate route logs, resolved customer service issues independently, and managed basic financial tracking.
Floor Technician
Healthcare Services Group Inc.
Tonganoxie, Kansas
09.2013 - 08.2017
- Managed the safe handling, mixing, and application of specialized chemical cleaning agents, stripping solutions, and sealers.
- Operated and maintained industrial floor buffers, scrubbers, and extractors according to manufacturer guidelines.
- adhered to material safety data sheets, protocols to ensure correct chemical dilution and disposal, preventing chemical hazards.
- Orchestrated nightly maintenance schedules independently with zero disruption to daytime business operations.
- Maintained detailed logs of completed tasks and ensured all facilities met strict cleanliness and safety standards.
Underground Utility Installer
Lewis Construction
Tonganoxie, Kansas
05.2001 - 08.2012
- Operated heavy machinery and specialized equipment to excavate, align, and lay underground utility pipes and conduits safely.
- Conducted daily pre-operation inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Collaborated with site foremen and municipal inspections to guarantee structural integrity, passing 100% of field compliance audits.
- Utilized personal protective equipment and maintained continuous situational awareness in hazardous, fast-paced environments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tonganoxie High School
Tonganoxie, KS05-2001
Skills
- OSHA safety compliance
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Utility Line Installation
- Chemical Handling
- Facility Sanitation
- Route Navigation
- TIme Optimization
- Blueprint / Map Interpretation
- Independent Problem-Solving
- Physical Stamina
- Precision and Attention to detail
- Adapatability to inclement weather
- Self- Motivation
Timeline
Independent Newspaper Carrier
Lawrence Journal-World
10.2020 - 09.2026
Floor Technician
Healthcare Services Group Inc.
09.2013 - 08.2017
Underground Utility Installer
Lewis Construction
05.2001 - 08.2012
High School Diploma -
Tonganoxie High School