Kevin Simison
Drummond
Summary
Hardworking professional well-versed in handling materials, operating machinery and supporting overall team and project needs. In-depth knowledge of compliance mandates governing site and worker safety. Focused on helping complete skilled work under deadlines.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LLC Laborer
D&W Contracting
Mason
07.2016 - Current
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Ensured proper safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Conducted on-the-job training of new laborers.
- Supervised the quality of workmanship on assigned projects.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, rules.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Experience in window installation.
- Skilled in installing doors as well..
- Safely performing tasks with carpentry tools.
Foreman for Dirt Crew
Michigan Paving & Materials
Lansing
11.2014 - 06.2016
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project in a timely manner.
- Provided guidance to workers regarding proper installation techniques for asphalt paving applications.
- Performed layout of asphalt paving jobs using survey stakes, grade rods, levels, string lines and transits.
- Directed personnel in the safe operation of construction equipment such as backhoes, loaders, pavers, rollers and other power tools.
- Ensured that proper materials were used in accordance with project plans and specifications.
- Trained employees on work standards and company procedures.
- Troubleshot problems related to asphalt paving operations including drainage issues, erosion control measures and surface finish concerns.
- Adjusted equipment to prepare for excavating and boring geological materials.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Adhered to all local building codes while performing asphalt paving operations.
- Conducted daily safety meetings with the crew to ensure that all operations were conducted safely and efficiently.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Experience in operating tools such as: paver, widener, skid steer, backhoe, water truck, rollers.
Laborer Foreman
North American Dismantling
Lapeer
03.2005 - 11.2014
- Developed plans for managing hazards associated with transportation, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste products.
- Analyzed data collected during inspections or investigations to identify trends in safety issues concerning the handling of hazardous materials.
- Performed maintenance on equipment used in the handling of hazardous materials.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods
- Used monitoring equipment to identify locations and severity of contamination in structures.
- Utilized industry knowledge to identify and address contaminants, including asbestos lead, and oil, at and locations.
- Identified unknown materials utilizing HazCat Kit.
- Identified sources of contamination or pollution caused by improper handling and disposal of hazardous waste products.
- Built structures to contain spills or hazardous areas prior to clean-up and removal.
- Complied with company policies, as well as federal and local requirements, to maintain team and public safety.
- Performed ventilation and entry operations to secure hazardous environment.
- Conducted tests to analyze chemical composition of hazardous materials.
- Inspected commercial and public buildings to comply with fire codes and inspection standards.
- Tracked chemical inventories and environmental sampling.
- Collected and documented samples from sites contaminated by hazardous materials.
- Used effective interpersonal and solution-oriented skills to maintain excellent customer service.
- Developed clean-up and removal strategy for each individual case based on materials in question and available resources.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mason High School
Mason, MI06-1998
Skills
- Safety protocols
- Equipment operation
- Window installation
- Door installation
- Asphalt paving
- Project supervision
- Crew training
- Hazardous material handling
- Quality assurance
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Demolition expertise
- Job site safety
- Material handling
- Physical strength
- Debris removal
- Carrying heavy loads
- Complex Problem-solving
- Hand and power tools
- Drywall installation
- Machinery maintenance
- Willingness to learn
- Job site cleanup
- Asphalt installation
- Carpentry background
- Carpentry knowledge
- Trim carpentry
- Skilled carpentry work
- Engine diagnostics
- Brake inspection
- A/C troubleshooting
- Parts ordering
- Vehicle inspection
- Heavy equipment repair
- Fluid exchanges
- Transmission rebuilding
- Welding and fabrication
- Motorcycle repair
- Glass replacement
- Preventive Maintenance
- Power steering repair
- Gasket and seal replacements
- Suspension systems
- Wheel alignment
- Driveshaft repair
- Machine operations
Certification
- Auto Technician
- Heavy Equipment
- CDL
- Mechanic State Certification
Timeline
LLC Laborer
D&W Contracting
07.2016 - Current
Foreman for Dirt Crew
Michigan Paving & Materials
11.2014 - 06.2016
Laborer Foreman
North American Dismantling
03.2005 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Mason High School
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