Kenton Davis
Killeen,TX
Summary
Focused professional knowledgeable about devising innovative solutions to diverse business concerns and goals. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset. Excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scheduling Foreman
Killeen ISD
Killeen, Texas
07.2015 - 06.2021
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Arranged beneficial deals with suppliers for materials to stay within budget limitations.
- Attended 1 on-site meetings with subcontractors and clients per month.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new workers.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Wrote production reports to help senior leadership make accurate operational plans and decisions.
- Planned project resources by assigning funds, materials and staff throughout lifecycle of projects.
- Maximized resource utilization and achieved production targets by managing day-to-day usage of department resources.
- Assessed quality control report data from Teams to monitor and detect issues with quality of final products.
- Meticulously tracked parts and equipment used on each job site.
Trip/Sub Driver
Killeen ISD
Killeen, TX
02.2011 - 07.2015
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Obtained customer signatures to complete and process paperwork.
- Kept management looped in on daily activities by updating logs with information such as mileage, gas use and special incidents.
- Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Updated personal logs and business tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
- Delivered employees and materials to job sites daily.
- Kept and studied detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.
- Assisted passengers with entering and exiting vehicles safely and securely stowed baggage to minimize damage risk.
- Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.
- Coordinated efficient merchandise loading and unloading to keep up with tight schedules.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
- Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Managed team of 20 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees
- Handled 30 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns
- Saved $10,000 by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems
Program Director
Clements Boys And Girls Club
Killeen, TX
06.2010 - 02.2011
- Improved success of program by making proactive adjustments to operations.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Maintained and updated project related documents.
- Developed young mens program from ground up, laying out framework and defining roles.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions and offer guidance.
- Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
- Developed and organized routine and special programming by factoring in slot timing, demographics and other important parameters.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
Teacher's Aide
Killeen ISD
Killeen, TX
01.2008 - 06.2010
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Took daily attendance, notifying classroom teacher immediately of student absences.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Prepared teaching materials and set up audio-visual equipment for lead teacher.
- Participated in professional development opportunities and attended in-services and seminars.
- Maximized receptive learning by educating students using hands-on instructional techniques.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 10 children.
- Supported instructor with test administration, curriculum development and assignment grading.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Took attendance, graded assignments and maintained student records to assist teachers with administrative tasks and maintain smooth daily operations.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Killeen ISD
Killeen, TX
08.2006 - 01.2008
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping
Business Owner/Operator
Davis Cleaning Service
Killeen, TX
07.2004 - 01.2008
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Led screening, hiring and staff scheduling to maintain compliance with group goals.
- Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.
- Spearheaded business-related aims to meet tactical planning initiatives.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Used print strategies such as newspaper ads, business catalogs and marketing brochures to bring in and capture new customer business.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Criminal Justice
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ12.2021
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX12.2016
Skills
- Risk Management
- Specifications Conformance
- Team Leadership
- Work Monitoring
- Employee Training
- Problem Solving
- Worker Supervision
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Labor Costing
- Schedule Determination
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Procedure Planning
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Safe Operating Procedures
- Assignment Delegation
- Decision Making
- Customer Relations
- Self Control and Integrity
- Willingness to Learn
- Relationship Building
- Preventive Equipment Maintenance
- Employee Motivation
- Forklift Operation
- Project Management
- Time Management
- Word Processing
- Video Conferencing
- Basic Mathematics
Certification
- Criminal Justice Studies Specialization Training - Aug 2006 - May 2007
Timeline
Scheduling Foreman
Killeen ISD
07.2015 - 06.2021
Trip/Sub Driver
Killeen ISD
02.2011 - 07.2015
Program Director
Clements Boys And Girls Club
06.2010 - 02.2011
Teacher's Aide
Killeen ISD
01.2008 - 06.2010
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Killeen ISD
08.2006 - 01.2008
Business Owner/Operator
Davis Cleaning Service
07.2004 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Social Criminal Justice
University of Arizona Global Campus
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Central Texas College