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Keith Long

Round Rock,TX

Summary

To secure long-term position with Wind Turbine Industry providing potential for career development increased responsibility with opportunity to utilize skilled years' experience to grow with wind turbine industry to work way up to Crew Leader.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Skilled Laborer

Blattner Energy
07.2021 - Current
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
  • Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
  • Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
  • Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.
  • Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
  • Erected and removed temporary structures such as trench liners and scaffolding to meet team needs.
  • Interacted daily with various project managers, subcontractors and municipal inspectors to complete construction projects.
  • Monitored changing conditions while using [Tool], maintaining safety and functionality of [Task].
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members.
  • Used shovels or heavy equipment to move different materials based on job needs.
  • Enhanced team efficiency and multitasking abilities by effectively using hand tools, power tools and equipment.
  • Read and understood plans and technical documentation for each job.
  • Monitored materials inventory and requested items for restocking for each job.
  • Prepared, poured and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt at designated locations.
  • Maintained team safety by controlling traffic around and within site.
  • Erected and dismantled scaffolding, braces, shoring walls and other temporary structures.
  • Assisted [Job title]s and [Job title]s with carrying out tasks by transporting supplies, operating equipment and completing basic support tasks.
  • Signaled equipment operators to complete proper alignments, movements and adjustments.
  • Managed independent resolutions of site issues to keep workers on-task and prevent more complex issues.
  • Closely monitored coworkers, [Type] tasks and construction areas to minimize safety accidents and maximize productivity.
  • Fully cooperated with [Job title]s to deliver team-oriented atmosphere on large-scale projects.
  • Decreased project times by implementing [Tool] use for [Task], optimizing productivity and available equipment.

Ready Mix Driver/Diesel Mechanic

Transit Mix Concrete & Materials
Georgetown , TX
08.2004 - 06.2010
  • Performed preventative maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
  • Inspected all vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
  • Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
  • Documented findings and all actions taken.
  • Installed, aligned, and balanced new equipment.
  • Inspected machine parts for conformance to product specifications.

Apprentice Lineman

City Of Georgetown
Geoegetown, TX
04.2001 - 07.2004
  • Stayed up-to-date on state electrical and drafting regulations to maintain electrical systems compliance with every design
  • Collaborated with engineers and architects to resolve issues with non-compliant projects and designs
  • Safely operated mowers, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters and pruning saws
  • Set up station by receiving picking and packing order and gathering packing materials
  • Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction
  • Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently
  • Developed and executed layout and installation of electrical wiring and fixtures based on job terms and city regulations
  • Inspected machine parts for conformance to product specifications
  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule and applicable building codes
  • Repaired wiring, plumbing, equipment, and machinery
  • Filled chipped, cracked and broken bricks and tiles with adhesives and grouting materials to correct surface imperfections.
  • Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis
  • Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines
  • Oversaw inventory, equipment maintenance and bay cleaning
  • Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in neat and orderly condition
  • Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment
  • Provided outstanding customer service
  • Picked orders from inventory locations
  • Monitored inventory and reported items to be restocked for each job
  • Accurately read blueprints to install meter and power line materials effectively
  • Used hand tools to change worn cutting tools
  • Used schematic diagrams to plan work
  • Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction
  • Met production goals by maintaining cost effective levels of spare parts inventory
  • Unpacked and assembled all new merchandise using variety of power tools
  • Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
  • Implemented changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands
  • Safe and efficient operation of bucket truck, digger and boom truck
  • Aided crews in joining, wrapping and sealing sections of pipe
  • Attended monthly safety meetings to ensure machine operation safety
  • Maintained positive relationships with all customers
  • Informed supervisors when machines needed major service
  • Employed wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices.
  • Installed and maintained overhead pole components and Underground Residential Distribution (URL) equipment.
  • Used climbers, bucket lifts and safety equipment for work at heights reaching as much 98 feet above ground.
  • Shortened and lengthened wires and lines to connect transformers, lighting units or signals.
  • Installed and removed primary and secondary current transformers and self-contained meters
  • Shortened and lengthened wires and lines to connect transformers, lighting units or signals
  • Responded to emergency repair calls to conduct line switching or sectionalizing to reroute current and speed service restoration
  • Positioned boom trucks and man lifts to reach lines, transformers and existing connections
  • Installed and maintained overhead pole components and Underground Residential Distribution (URD) equipment.
  • Traveled to [Location] as part of disaster recovery response following widespread destruction resulting from storms and wildfires
  • Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques
  • Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
  • Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions
  • Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with live electricity
  • Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers
  • Diagnosed and resolved problems with existing power lines to correct shorts and weak signals
  • Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment

Apprentice Lineman

Rio Grande Electric Cooperative Inc.
03.1999 - 02.2001
  • Supported technicians in equipment maintenance repair
  • Performed basic machine set up
  • Completed tear-down of existing structures prepared for new construction
  • Aided crews in joining, wrapping sealing sections of pipe
  • Provided outstanding customer service
  • Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities
  • Used schematic diagrams plan work
  • Followed standard procedures maintain safe work environment
  • Followed company procedures maintain work environment in neat orderly condition
  • Attended monthly safety meetings ensure machine operation safety
  • Safe efficient operation of climbing hooks along with safety harness perform my duties climb 30/65 foot utility pole

Apprentice Welder

Wendell Long Construction LLC
04.1996 - 02.1999
    • Operated hoists, cranes power tools dismantle equipment find remove defective parts
    • Minimized warping by using good fitting, burning , welding techniques
    • Completed pipe fitting projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches using welding machines
    • Closely monitored project material layouts specifications effectively cut, contour bevel metal structural shapes
    • Blew out machines, checked welding leads wiring changed filters for preventative maintenance
    • Bolted, clamped tack-welded parts secure components prior to welding
    • Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding other equipment
    • Chipped away debris , thick crusts of rust, slag other materials ready surfaces for welding
    • Welded various types of connections using chain hoist complete tasks on-time with high-quality final results
    • Maintained correct length of arc speed of movement form specified depth of fusion bead
    • Set up operated hand metal arc welding equipment
    • Detected faulty operation of equipment defective materials promptly resolved issues
    • Removed repaired unacceptable welds with air arc grinder meet quality guidelines
    • Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping reassembling parts
    • Clamped tack-welded components achieve desired configurations
    • Inspected welds checked whether critical measurements met specifications upon completion

Image Analysis Tech

True Temper Sports
01.1993 - 08.1996
  • Identified areas of personnel deficiencies took necessary action for correction
  • Handled complaints, provided appropriate solutions alternatives within appropriate timeshared, ensure resolution
  • Maintained document control system including, work instructions, procedures and associated databases
  • Built client relationships by responding to inquiries, identifying and assessing clients' needs, resolving problems, and following up with potential and existing clients to ensure satisfaction
  • Established and revised database by conferring with analysts and programmers to code and retrieve data
  • Allocated duties and activities of personnel, routinely inspect employee's equipment, appearance and work methods
  • Helped to organize client's schedule and plan appointments
  • Provided assistance with document processes, both inbound and outbound, including document sorting, logging and work order creation
  • Followed procedures, documentation, instructions and Audit & Business Controls guidelines from both client and company
  • Identified project requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and existing clients
  • Wrote reports of daily activities and irregularities such as property damage, theft, guest or employee accidents and unusual occurrences
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities
  • Analyzed overall client performance and recommended reassessment of specific plan goals
  • Identified staff requirements and communicated to human resource department to initiate recruitment and training processes
  • Converted documents from one application to another, including cleaning, formatting and applying styles as needed
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
  • Monitored and created control reporting to track performance of system and process integrity, vendors, internal work flows and SLAs
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive sales plan to achieve designated group sales objectives consistent with overall company short and long-term objectives
  • Designed and prepared technical reports, studies and related documentation
  • Scheduled and attended meetings with clients and prospective clients as requested
  • Designed modern employee recognition program which boosted productivity
  • Created and implemented new process to reduce cycle time in approving design plans and Engineering Change Requests (ECR)
  • Achieved client confidence and protected operations by keeping information confidential
  • Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance
  • Reported status of operations to Bureau Chief, managing and directing day-to-day operations and supervising several divisions
  • Worked with internal staff to ensure documents are processed and timely sent for closing
  • Directed subordinate managers in day-to-day performance of groups involved in operation and maintenance
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas
  • Greeted clients and guests professionally courteously to cultivate and maintain welcoming atmosphere
  • Updated and created drawings using Auto Cad
  • Managed, supported and grew business relationships with existing accounts and developed strategies to increase sales and revenue
  • Oversaw global product development and partner relationships, enabling footprint expansion into new markets
  • Created, managed and executed business plan and communicated company vision and objectives to motivate teams
  • Devised checklist for Document Control clerks to streamline release of Design Plans and increase accuracy
  • Improved productivity while reducing staffing and operational costs 30%
  • Remain informed on current regulations, especially concerning research industry and document creation
  • Researched and analyzed information into briefing papers, reports and project papers
  • Demonstrated flexibility working with internal team members to remedy any issues and preemptively coming up with solutions
  • Managed contractual agreements and associated deliverables through oversight and inspection

Apprentice Welder

Longs Welding
11.1980 - 12.1992
  • Completed welding projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using welding helmet.
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag and other materials to ready surfaces for welding
  • Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations.
  • Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Blew out machines, checked welding leads and wiring and changed filters for preventative maintenance.
  • Maintained correct length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
  • Inspected welds and checked whether critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Effectively managed repair and maintenance scheduled to increase shop organization and equipment longevity.
  • Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping and reassembling parts.

Education

High School Diploma -

Van High School
Van, TX
05.1986

Skills

  • Valid TEXAS driver's license
  • Self-motivated
  • Basic math and measuring aptitude
  • Extensive experience with hydraulic die press
  • Strong team player
  • Safety procedures knowledge
  • Equipment problem resolution
  • Strong mechanical skills
  • Formally trained in industrial electricity
  • Supervisory experience
  • Power and hand tools
  • Good communication skills
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Hand/power tools
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Shaping and cutting
  • Expertise in wire feed machines
  • Pipe fitting
  • Chemicals handling
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • OSHA Safety Guidelines
  • Skilled in Climbing
  • Site Installations
  • Machine Setups
  • Construction Standards
  • Team Goals
  • Team Meetings
  • Work Site Preparation
  • General Housekeeping
  • Handheld Devices
  • Performance Goals
  • Physical Strength and Stamina
  • Worksite Safety and Maintenance
  • Company Quality Standards
  • Certified in Tower Rescue

Timeline

Skilled Laborer

Blattner Energy
07.2021 - Current

Ready Mix Driver/Diesel Mechanic

Transit Mix Concrete & Materials
08.2004 - 06.2010

Apprentice Lineman

City Of Georgetown
04.2001 - 07.2004

Apprentice Lineman

Rio Grande Electric Cooperative Inc.
03.1999 - 02.2001

Apprentice Welder

Wendell Long Construction LLC
04.1996 - 02.1999

Image Analysis Tech

True Temper Sports
01.1993 - 08.1996

Apprentice Welder

Longs Welding
11.1980 - 12.1992

High School Diploma -

Van High School

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