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Kenneth Riggs

New Port Richey,FL

Summary

Adept at equipment operation and regulatory compliance, I significantly enhanced project efficiency and safety standards at Pasco County State Of Florida. My expertise spans supervising sweeping contractors, ensuring NPDES compliance, and leading emergency response teams. Skilled in progress monitoring and project management, I excel in roles requiring precision, leadership, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Public Works Inspector

Pacso County State Of Florida
10.2011 - Current
  • Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
  • Supervise and inspect sweeping contractors for Pasco
  • Inspect all fresh water markers during storm and rain events
  • Inspect commerical and residential projects thoroughly with compliance with NPDES
  • Schedule inspections in the PAPA site for Contractors.
  • Inspect 100+ mowing sites
  • Fresh water marker inspections
  • Sweeping mowing contracts
  • Flood gate inspections

Equipment Operator II

Pasco County State Of Florida
04.2006 - 10.2011
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill. Tandem dump truck, Skidsteer, backhoe etc.
  • Investigate complaint from citizens
  • Install, sleeve, and remove ADS perforated pipe
  • Process records, worksheets, logs and applications for services

Equipment Operator I

Pasco County State Of Florida
10.2005 - 04.2006

Assisted in the maintenance and road repair

General laborer

Senior Highway Maintenance Worker

State Of New York Departmebt Of Transportation
01.1991 - 02.2000

Safely operated and maintained skid steer, front end loader and man lift. Knowledge of manual and power tools

Repair operating equipment using hand tools, mechanical skills and welding

Perform highway maintenance eg., blacktop, mowing, plowing sweeping roads, remove dangerous debris and guide rail repair.

Preparation for new highway, patch bridges, pour concrete and prep expansion joints.

Supervise work crew when supervisor not available

Assisted stranded travelers on the DOT's (Commuter Assistance Team)

Public Relation with county residents

Excellent communication skills/hand held radio use

Followed established protocol and chain of command


Education

High School Diploma -

Sachem High School North
Ronkonkoma, NY
06.1984

Skills

  • Safety awareness
  • Valid drivers license
  • Equipment Operation
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Project Management
  • Compliance Training

Certification

Confined Space Certified

CDL Class B with Tanker

Defensive Driving

Storm Water Erosion and Sediment Control Certificate

Stormwater Operator

Certified NPDES Inspector

CPR/First Aid

MOT

Timeline

Public Works Inspector

Pacso County State Of Florida
10.2011 - Current

Equipment Operator II

Pasco County State Of Florida
04.2006 - 10.2011

Equipment Operator I

Pasco County State Of Florida
10.2005 - 04.2006

Senior Highway Maintenance Worker

State Of New York Departmebt Of Transportation
01.1991 - 02.2000

High School Diploma -

Sachem High School North
Kenneth Riggs