Kelley Savage
Olive Branch,MS
Summary
Accomplished Telecom Maintainer Foreman with a proven track record at BNSF Railway, enhancing team productivity and ensuring project completion through expert site coordination and materials management. Skilled in equipment operation and fostering strong relationships, I excel in driving projects to success with a keen focus on safety and efficiency. Focused Foreman considered expert in planning, assigning and directing work tasks. Dedicated team player committed to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Pursuing role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telecom Maintainer Foreman
BNSF Railway
12.2015 - Current
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Monitored usage of supplies and materials to establish cost effective operations.
- Conducted monthly meetings with employees to discuss safety issues, status and development.
- Successfully mitigated risks associated with complex projects by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing appropriate contingency plans.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime due to mechanical failure or repairs.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
Outside Plant Technician
CenturyLink
09.1999 - 12.2015
- Played a pivotal role in designing effective routes for fiber optic cables that minimized construction costs while maximizing coverage area.
- Enhanced the team''s overall productivity by actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives and sharing valuable insights from field experiences.
- Conducted regular audits of company-owned assets, ensuring proper inventory management and utilization of materialsresources.
- Reduced network downtime through preventive maintenance measures and swift response to emergency repairs.
- Ensured timely project completion for fiber optic installations by efficiently coordinating with team members and stakeholders.
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Consistently met safety standards by adhering to strict protocols during the installation, repair, and maintenance tasks.
- Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
- Monitored and performed maintenance on telecommunications systems to facilitate optimal performance.
- Provided training to customers to enhance use and understanding of network systems.
- Troubleshot cable, underground junction boxes and conduit by utilizing specialized equipment and devices.
- Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MSSkills
- Attention to Detail
- Heavy Lifting
- Workplace Safety
- OSHA Compliance
- Daily Reporting
- Job Planning
- Equipment Oversight
- Safety oversight
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Employee Training
- Site Inspection
- Materials Management
- Project Leadership
- Construction Vehicles Operation
- Site coordination
- Residential construction
- Physical Stamina
- Subcontractor Management
- Project deadlines
- Crew Scheduling
- HVAC Systems
- Equipment Operation
- Heavy equipment operations
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Construction safety
- Site Safety
- Forklift Operation
- Blueprint Reading
- Site Maintenance
- Equipment Repair
- Basic Mathematics
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Relationship Building
- Lockout and Tagout
- Preventive Equipment Maintenance
- Supply Ordering
Certification
- Fiber Optic Splicing and OTDR training . Centurylink 2010
- Dynatel and JDSU tech meter training , Centurylink 2005
- Maintenance of Way Rules and Operations, BNSF 2015-current
- Fall Protection and Rescue Trainer, BNSF 2022-current
- Aerial Lift, Bucket Rescue.. BNSF 2015-current
- Back Hoe, Mini X, Skid Steer, Trencher, Boom Truck, and Tower Erection.. BNSF 2015-current
Timeline
Telecom Maintainer Foreman
BNSF Railway
12.2015 - Current
Outside Plant Technician
CenturyLink
09.1999 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Northwest Mississippi Community College
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