Keenan Barnes
Hattiesburg,MS
Summary
Responsible Assistant Superintendent of Mechanical and Modules with excellent project oversight, team management and blueprint interpretation skills coupled with 8 years of experience. Capable of meeting tight job deadlines.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Superintendent of Mechanical and Modules
R.E.S America Construction INC.
Broomfield, CO
09.2023 - Current
- Enhanced communication between departments by implementing weekly meetings and progress reports.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining processes and effectively delegating tasks to team members.
- Achieved high-quality construction results through strict adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
- Conducted thorough site inspections to maintain quality control standards across all aspects of construction projects.
- Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with safety and quality-oriented attitude.
- Leads by example to show that safety is most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working.
- Provides information about site activities including accurate install rates for mechanical discipline, projected task completion and hazards to Construction Manager.
- Schedules and ensures appropriate staffing for daily mechanical construction activities with employees.
- Identifies potential schedule changes, workflow, and staffing issues.
- Maintains mechanical construction schedule, identifies upcoming issues, and solves problems.
- Orders materials and schedules inspections as necessary throughout process.
- Understands project plans and specifications.
- Prepares schedules and supervises completion of final mechanical punch list.
- Accountable to continually reinforce safe behaviors and correct “at risk” behaviors.
- Communicates regularly with direct reports on goals, accomplishments, and information on policies.
- Demonstrates leadership and expertise in eyes of client group.
- Employee Development.
- Provides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees’ responsibilities.
General Foreman
R.E.S America Construction INC
Broomfield, CO
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing team of skilled workers.
- Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments before commencing projects, identifying potential challenges and developing contingency plans accordingly.
- Completed final walk through at job sites to close out projects.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Assigned daily duties to each employee based upon individual strengths, effectively completing 95% of roofing jobs on time.
General Foreman
Orbital Solar Services
Montgomery, Alabama
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites
- Meticulously tracked all parts and equipment used on each job site
- Evaluated production levels, quality standards and maintenance actions to identify and address operational problems and maintain targets
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets
- Interviewed, hired and trained new workers
- Ensured projects were completed according to approved time, quality and cost estimates
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required
- Evaluated production schedules and orders to arrange required materials and plan staffing needs
- Planned and delegated work to meet planned project and production goals
- Reported to supervisors weekly regarding project progress, site problems and labor status
- Analyzed job sites daily to mitigate risks for workers and visitors
- Recorded supplies, parts, equipment and employee work hours for every job
- Managed team member schedules and individual assignments for work crew
- Evaluated schedules, orders and forecasts to plan operational processes and meet timetables
- Assigned duties to each employee based upon skills set and monitored progress daily
- Assessed job equipment daily to determine maintenance requirements
- Communicated positively with employees, demonstrating high company standards and mitigating issues immediately
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans
- Assist Site Quality Manager in Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical inspections.
Foreman
FOREMAN, TRAVELER, RES America Construction INC
Broomfield, CO
09.2019 - 07.2022
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites
- Meticulously tracked all parts and equipment used on each job site
- Evaluated production levels, quality standards and maintenance actions to identify and address operational problems and maintain targets
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets
- Interviewed, hired and trained new workers
- Ensured projects were completed according to approved time, quality and cost estimates
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required
- Evaluated production schedules and orders to arrange required materials and plan staffing needs
- Planned and delegated work to meet planned project and production goals
- Reported to supervisors weekly regarding project progress, site problems and labor status
- Analyzed job sites daily to mitigate risks for workers and visitors
- Recorded supplies, parts, equipment and employee work hours for every job
- Managed team member schedules and individual assignments for work crew
- Evaluated schedules, orders and forecasts to plan operational processes and meet timetables
- Assigned duties to each employee based upon skills set and monitored progress daily
- Assessed job equipment daily to determine maintenance requirements
- Communicated positively with employees, demonstrating high company standards and mitigating issues immediately
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans
LEAD MACHINE OPERATOR
RES America Construction INC
Broomfield, CO
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Set machine stops and guides to proper alignment and adjusted when needed to maintain consistent production time and quality
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects
- Monitored machine settings and adjusted to correct malfunctions or errors
- Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated agreements between parties in order to reach win-win solutions to disagreements and clarify misunderstandings
- Measured and inspected finished products for defects, and compared to work instructions for accuracy
- Oversaw machine operation to identify defects or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary
- Completed minor machine maintenance, including oiling parts and cleaning components
- Read and understood blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences and prevent materials waste
- Adjusted guides and holding devices, reducing errors from potential misalignment or product movement
- Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory
LEAD OPERATOR
Depcom Power Inc
Pelham, AL
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems
- Supported management decision-making by compiling operational and production data into daily logs
- Cleaned tools before and after each shift
- Properly set up machines at beginning of each shift to ensure proper functioning
- Completed various testing procedures for optimum work performance
- Assigned tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and experience, and realizing productivity
- Performed safety checks on machines, including Skid steer and Telehandler (5-12K)
LEAD TORQUE TUBE OPERATOR
Blattner Energy
Avon, MN
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance
- Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
- Client lists
- Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory
Operator
Eastridge, Depcom
12.2016 - 10.2017
- Handled Skid Steer and Telehandler construction tools and machinery to effectively complete task
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between Forklift operators and ground workers
- Directed traffic away from hazardous locations, protecting team members and general public
- Observed all safety regulations on job sites to keep accidents to minimum
- Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables
- Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas
- Obtained permits and organized supplies for each job
- Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies
FORKLIFT OPERATOR
Joe Miles And Sons Lumber
02.2014 - 11.2015
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays
- Ensured forklifts were operational through performance of preventative maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity
- Loaded, transported and stacked materials
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices
- Completed daily forklift safety checklists
SENIOR DECKHAND
Marquette Transportation Company LLC
06.2013 - 08.2014
- Conducted daily inspections, completed basic maintenance and performed minor repairs to keep gear and equipment in optimal condition
- Performed basic repairs and common maintenance tasks during trips to keep equipment functional
- Tracked fuel usage and supply levels to prevent overuse and maintain profit levels
- Closely followed protocols for emergency situations, maintaining calmness and efficiency
- Collaborated with team members to complete efficient work and bring in top hauls
OIL AND LUBRICANT SPECIALIST
PATROL, United States Army
09.2006 - 07.2014
- Managed quality assurance program including on site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys
- Kept shop areas neat, clean and free of safety hazards
- Communicated issues to leaders and helped develop solutions
- Maintained fleet vehicles in good working order with preventive and corrective maintenance expertise
- Delegated and supervised vehicle body work to ensure efficiency and profitability
- Informed supervisors when machines required major scheduled service or immediate repair
- Operated wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes drill press, forklift and basic hand tools
- Monitored materials inventory and requested items for restocking for each job
- Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis
- Read work orders to prepare for machine setup
- Performed basic machine set up
Skills
- Completed over 10 projects in North
- Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia
- Mississippi, Utah, Texas, Montana and Arkansas over 800mw
- Preventive and reparative maintenance
- Effective communication
- Residential construction
- Project estimation and bidding
- Construction management
- Osha 10 certified
- Heavy lifting
- Team oversight
- Safety policies and procedures
- Staff management
- Safety and compliance
- Commercial construction
- Heavy equipment operation
- Procore
Timeline
Assistant Superintendent of Mechanical and Modules
R.E.S America Construction INC.
09.2023 - Current
General Foreman
R.E.S America Construction INC
02.2023 - 09.2023
General Foreman
Orbital Solar Services
08.2022 - 12.2022
Foreman
FOREMAN, TRAVELER, RES America Construction INC
09.2019 - 07.2022
LEAD MACHINE OPERATOR
RES America Construction INC
04.2019 - 09.2019
LEAD OPERATOR
Depcom Power Inc
03.2018 - 12.2018
LEAD TORQUE TUBE OPERATOR
Blattner Energy
10.2017 - 03.2018
Operator
Eastridge, Depcom
12.2016 - 10.2017
FORKLIFT OPERATOR
Joe Miles And Sons Lumber
02.2014 - 11.2015
SENIOR DECKHAND
Marquette Transportation Company LLC
06.2013 - 08.2014
OIL AND LUBRICANT SPECIALIST
PATROL, United States Army
09.2006 - 07.2014