Kelly Smith
Gillette,WY
Summary
Former Road Maintenance Superintendent with 25 years dedication service to Campbell County Road & Bridge . Effective leadership and organizational skills with exceptional talent in interviewing and selecting best candidates for the department. Experienced heavy equipment operating skills on a wild range of equipment related to the construction field. I have a vast range of hobbies that include but not limited to hunting, fishing and playing music. Also, I am a professionally licensed taxidermist and own my own taxidermy business .
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Campbell County Road & Bridge
01.2017 - 06.2022
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections and contractor actions.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing road maintenance to keep work in line with project goals.
- Planned and directed Dust Control project work.
- Coordinated site operations in accordance with established timelines.
- Continuously inspected job sites for observation of safety protocols by staff
- Compiled daily field report, detailing all key activities and outlining project progress
- Coordinated power equipment use and maintenance to create safe working environment, limit accidents and prevent damages.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
- Manage wildland fire equipment operations. Preparing and reclaiming fire lines
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
Equipment Operator
Campbell County Road & Bridge
04.2006 - 01.2017
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Operated machining equipment safely
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and gravel based on specific job needs.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Vast amount of train on heavy equipment operations
End Dump Driver/ Snow Plow Operator
Campbell County Road & Bridge
08.2002 - 04.2006
- Upheld safety standards for working in wet, cold and windy conditions.
- Scoria chips to surfaces as preventive measure against snow and ice buildup.
- Trained in skid steers, backhoes and ag tractor operation to supplement truck-mounted plow work.
- Operated equipment safely in inclement weather conditions
- Maintained assigned vehicles and equipment in professional working conditions.
- Completed prompt snow removal process during and after weather events.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
- Patched broken pavement for safe travel by dumping, spreading and tamping asphalt.
- Repaired signs and fences quickly to avoid accidents and mishaps.
- Completed attractive roadside landscaping through timely mowing, weed removal and new plantings to beautify local roadways.
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
Tire and Lube Technician
Campbell County Road & Bridge
04.1997 - 08.2002
- Changed oil and filters on department vehicles and equipment. Safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
- Kept shop areas neat, clean and free of safety hazards.
- Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles.
- Responsible for all heavy equipment, truck and trailer tires. Also including pickup tires.
- Attended in-house training courses and webinars to learn about vehicle electrical system, brakes, and diagnostic and repair techniques
- Dismounted and mounted tires to perform air checks, rotations and rebalances
- Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers
Truck Driver
ESSI
07.2022 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Haul oil well pipe to varies oil drilling rigs across the state
Owner/Operator
Butch Creek Taxidermy
05.2016 - Current
- I have operated my own taxidermy business since 2016
- Keep all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and attend taxidermy competitions
- Capitalized on social media platforms to increase market awareness
- Learn and remain updated on statutory requirements and state game and fish regulations.
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bison High School
Bison, SD05.1994
Skills
- Employee Motivation
- Local Government
- Operational Standards
- Crew Safety Meetings
- Daily Progress Reports
- Equipment Commissioning
- Effective Planning
- Quality Inspection and Control
- Job Assignments
- Project Restructuring
- Safe Work Practices
- Heavy Machine Operation
- Materials Transportation
- Materials Movement
- Recruitment and hiring
Timeline
Truck Driver
ESSI
07.2022 - Current
Superintendent
Campbell County Road & Bridge
01.2017 - 06.2022
Owner/Operator
Butch Creek Taxidermy
05.2016 - Current
Equipment Operator
Campbell County Road & Bridge
04.2006 - 01.2017
End Dump Driver/ Snow Plow Operator
Campbell County Road & Bridge
08.2002 - 04.2006
Tire and Lube Technician
Campbell County Road & Bridge
04.1997 - 08.2002
High School Diploma -
Bison High School
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