Keith Hesse
Denver,IA
Summary
Hardworking professional with dedicated work ethic, keen attention to detail and thriving in self-motivated settings. Managing multiple, concurrent projects to completion with attention to quality and timeliness.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Applicator
Farmers Cooperative Company Readlyn and Shell Rock
Readlyn , IA
2018.03 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of application activities, including materials used, application rates, and areas treated.
- Applied insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, and other related products in a safe manner according to established regulations.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding pesticide efficacy or environmental concerns.
- Attended continuing education courses in order to maintain certification status.
- Kept abreast of all current Custom application methods by conducting research and attending all offered training programs.
- Practiced good safety habits and maintained clean and safe work environment.
- Performed calibration checks on all applicator equipment prior to use.
- Monitored applications for effectiveness and took corrective action when necessary.
- Researched new methods and techniques for applying pesticides safely and effectively.
Ready Mix Driver
Action Ready Mix
Colorado Springs , CO
2016.09 - 2018.02
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires, brakes, and other safety equipment.
- Loaded concrete mix into ready-mix truck according to customer specifications.
- Drove ready-mix truck safely to job sites in a timely manner while obeying all traffic laws.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding delivery times and locations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of vehicles to ensure they are safe to operate.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries including invoices, manifests, and log books.
- Cleaned trucks after each shift to maintain appearance standards.
- Adhered to federal, state, local regulations governing transportation of hazardous materials and waste products.
- Notified supervisors if there were any mechanical issues with the truck during operations.
- Reported any accidents or incidents immediately according to company policy.
- Provided courteous service by answering questions about product or services offered by company.
- Managed paperwork related to deliveries such as bills of lading, manifests.
Squad Leader
United States Army
Colorado Springs , CO
2004.10 - 2016.02
- Led squad in reconnaissance and surveillance operations.
- Provided guidance to subordinate personnel on tactical operations and training.
- Trained squad members in the use of small arms, crew served weapons, and demolitions.
- Supervised maintenance of weapons, equipment, and vehicles.
- Conducted pre-combat checks and inspections of personnel equipment prior to mission execution.
- Maintained accountability of personnel, equipment, and supplies during deployments.
- Maintained communication with higher headquarters throughout mission duration.
- Used active listening and effective communication to alleviate issues between personnel members.
- Wrote in-depth reports and disseminated to superior officers to contribute information about squad's patrol activities.
Landscape Foreman
Wapsie Pines Nursery and Landscape
Dunkerton , IA
2001.08 - 2004.10
- Managed planting, mulching, and edging of all landscape areas.
- Provided direction to crew members to ensure safety regulations were followed.
- Ensured proper maintenance of equipment and tools used by crews.
- Supervised crews during all phases of construction activities related to landscaping projects.
- Identified potential problems that could arise from existing landscape features and proposed solutions accordingly.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding proper techniques when performing various landscaping tasks.
- Evaluated performance of crew members regularly and provided feedback as needed.
- Delegated tasks to landscaping crews and supervised completion.
- Reviewed blueprints and job specifications to determine manpower and equipment needed.
- Inspected malfunctioning equipment and troubleshot issues, returning tools to operation.
Education
Associate of Arts - John Deere Ag Tech
Northeast Iowa Community College
Calmar, IA2001-05
Skills
- GPS tracking services
- Evidence collection
- Records handling
- Risk Analysis
- Research skills
- Deadline and results-oriented
- Risk Assessment
- Records Management
- Evidence collection and preservation
- Interviewing witnesses
- Data review
Certification
- Have current Custom Pesticide Applicator license
- Current Class A CDL
Affiliations
- Camping
- Kayaking
- Hunting
- DIY home updating
- Working on vehicles
Accomplishments
- Presidential Unit Citation
- Meritorious Unit Citation
- 3 Good Conduct Awards
Timeline
Lead Applicator
Farmers Cooperative Company Readlyn and Shell Rock
2018.03 - Current
Ready Mix Driver
Action Ready Mix
2016.09 - 2018.02
Squad Leader
United States Army
2004.10 - 2016.02
Landscape Foreman
Wapsie Pines Nursery and Landscape
2001.08 - 2004.10
- Have current Custom Pesticide Applicator license
- Current Class A CDL
Associate of Arts - John Deere Ag Tech
Northeast Iowa Community College
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