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Kevin Baskerville

Gasburg,VA

Summary

Compassionate Teacher skilled at introducing new technologies into classrooms and improving student engagement, learning and academic performance. With a passion for teaching and a strong background in the HVAC and Electrical field, I am dedicated to providing high-quality instruction and preparing students for successful careers in the industry. Committed to closely monitoring progress and proactively adjusting strategies for long-term student success.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

HVAC and Electrical Instructor

Southside Virginia Community College
South Hill, VA
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans for students of varying abilities.
  • Provided guidance and instruction to ensure student success in the electrical and hvac field.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and comprehension levels.
  • Maintained a safe learning environment by adhering to all safety protocols.
  • Organized laboratory activities to reinforce theoretical concepts taught in class.
  • Reviewed course material with students prior to exams or quizzes.
  • Supervised hands-on projects designed to apply learned skills in real-world scenarios.
  • Demonstrated proper electrical and hvac installation techniques, wiring methods, and troubleshooting procedures.
  • Participated in departmental meetings regarding program updates or changes in policy and procedures.

HVAC Teacher

GEO Group- Lawrenceville Correctional Center
Lawrenceville , VA
06.2023 - Current
  • Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques utilizing book material and hands on.
  • Supervised students throughout the classroom period.
  • Maintained student records detailing progress, attendance and program requirements.
  • Selected curriculum and instructional aids to increase students' understanding of core concepts.
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Evaluated students' performance and issued progress reports.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

KEV's Trucking Company
Gasburg, VA
01.2020 - Current
  • Transport and deliver goods, livestock, and other materials using trucks with capacities greater than three tons, including tractor-trailer combinations
  • Maintain vehicle control when driving in unfamiliar areas, observe road rules, and exercise caution
  • Secure trailers from tractor and converter dollies before driving, making sure that they are properly hooked and unhooked
  • Maintaining the truck's functionality by conducting vehicle inspections before and after every trip
  • Maintain valid proof of insurance and registration.

Maintenance Mechanic

Oran Safety Glass
Jarratt, VA
05.2018 - 01.2020
  • Performs general repairs on all machinery and mechanical equipment and general maintenance work
  • Performs general or ordinary repairs in and around the plant and notifies the plant supervisor of any intricate or complicated repairs
  • All defective machinery and equipment in and around the plant are repaired and replaced, as are conveyor belts and screen wire cloth
  • Maintain all HVAC units with preventive maintenance.

HVAC Installer

Brian's Mechanical
South Hill, VA
12.2017 - 05.2018
  • Commercial and residential heating, ventilation, and cooling installations, maintenance, and repairs
  • Identifying, diagnosing, and repairing electronic, mechanical, and electrical components
  • Maintain schedules and communicate delays properly to customers by traveling to job sites in the service area
  • Identify and report to the owner potential opportunities for additional business (newer systems, service contracts, and additional services).

Maintenance Millwright

Meherrin River Forest Products
Alberta, VA
10.2015 - 12.2017
  • Install, dismantle, repair, reassemble, and move equipment to ensure the mill runs efficiently
  • Knowledge of mechanical equipment, processes, and techniques to repair, modify, install, and maintain the facility's high-tech lumber manufacturing equipment
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and replace damaged parts when machinery stops working properly.

Group Leader

American Buildings
Lacrosse, VA
06.2000 - 04.2014
  • Developed and adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules
  • Managed production schedules, production quality, and on-time deliveries
  • Set manufacturing performance standards and reviewed performance outcomes to set future goals
  • Provide operational leadership while enforcing a culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
  • Operate forklifts to transport production material
  • Operate overhead cranes up to ten tons
  • Using forklifts and cranes, unload trucks.

Education

Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Maintenance Technology -

Southside Virginia Community College
05.2017

EPA 609 Certification Heat Load Calculation Certification -

Southside Virginia Community College
05.2017

Diploma HVAC -

Southside Virginia Community College
05.2016

Timeline

HVAC and Electrical Instructor

Southside Virginia Community College
01.2024 - Current

HVAC Teacher

GEO Group- Lawrenceville Correctional Center
06.2023 - Current

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

KEV's Trucking Company
01.2020 - Current

Maintenance Mechanic

Oran Safety Glass
05.2018 - 01.2020

HVAC Installer

Brian's Mechanical
12.2017 - 05.2018

Maintenance Millwright

Meherrin River Forest Products
10.2015 - 12.2017

Group Leader

American Buildings
06.2000 - 04.2014

Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Maintenance Technology -

Southside Virginia Community College

EPA 609 Certification Heat Load Calculation Certification -

Southside Virginia Community College

Diploma HVAC -

Southside Virginia Community College
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