Joshua Starnes
Linton,IN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and diverse knowledge of multiple positions and heavy equipment and forklift operation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Technician
Sunrise Coal, LLC
Oaktown, IN
11.2011 - Current
- Maintain and operate personal dust monitoring systems, develop engineering dust controls, ensure compliance, and report results to government agency.
- Perform daily, weekly and monthly process hazard analysis reviews and administer corrections.
- Conduct new employee orientation and safety training and updated process safety procedure training.
- Document, organize and library safety issues and corrective actions.
- Work daily with governmental agency to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Record, report and analyze injuries/ incidents and compliance issues to develop corrected procedures.
- Maintain, calibrate, and repair safety equipment for compliance and use.
- Inspect company equipment for mechanical and electrical integrity and regulation compliance.
- Work closely with management and personnel to ensure a safe and productive environment.
- Use multitasking, prioritizing and time management to perform duties.
- Substitute section supervisor
- Responsible for ventilation controls and gas monitoring.
- Diverse knowledge of multiple positions and heavy equipment operation.
Correctional Officer
Indiana Department Of Corrections
Carlisle, IN
05.2006 - 12.2010
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Monitor assigned areas at various intervals for the security of offenders, count of offenders, and security of buildings and grounds.
- Follow and ensure compliance with established security procedures.
- Keep records and make reports on such matters as offender's movements, activities, and rule violations.
Reserve Police Officer
Linton Police Department
Linton, IN
07.2005 - 01.2007
- Assist sworn officers in enforcing all Indiana criminal laws and local ordinances.
- Supported investigations by collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and documenting findings for use in legal proceedings.
- Conducted traffic stops for violations, issuing citations or warnings as appropriate, resulting in improved road safety.
- Conducted thorough searches of persons, vehicles, and premises in compliance with legal guidelines, ensuring the discovery and preservation of crucial evidence.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities through detailed report writing, aiding the efficiency of department operations.
- Assisted with crowd control during special events, ensuring orderly conduct among attendees.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
Shift Manager
Arby's
Linton, IN
01.2001 - 05.2006
- Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
- Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff.
- Collaborated with other Shift Managers to maintain consistency in policies enforcement across all shifts, fostering a cohesive workplace culture.
- Achieved consistent customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Consistently exhibited calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating smoothly and set positive example for shift team.
- Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
- Monitored inventory levels closely, maintaining optimal stock availability while minimizing waste and costs.
- Tracked receipts, employee hours, and inventory movements.
- Reconcile cash, complete manual and computer-based paperwork and forms, and maintain quality, service, cleanliness, and safety standards.
Education
GED -
Linton-Stockton High School
Linton, INSkills
- Hazard Identification and Management
- Workplace inspections
- Safe Chemical Handling
- Electrical Safety
- Incident Reporting
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Report writing skills
- Documentation skills
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Occupational health hazards
- Corrective Action Planning
- Heavy equipment operation
Certification
- Currently enrolled in OSHA 30 Construction Training
- Gravimetric Dust Sampling
- CPDM Dust Sampling
- CPDM Calibration and Maintenance
- Methane Detection/Oxygen Deficiency Underground and Surface
- Indiana Mine Foreman
- Illinois Mine Manager
- Indiana Hoisting Engineer
- Illinois Electrical Hoisting Engineer
Timeline
Safety Technician
Sunrise Coal, LLC
11.2011 - Current
Correctional Officer
Indiana Department Of Corrections
05.2006 - 12.2010
Reserve Police Officer
Linton Police Department
07.2005 - 01.2007
Shift Manager
Arby's
01.2001 - 05.2006
GED -
Linton-Stockton High School