Kody Tench
Kenbridge,VA
Summary
Results-driven Foreman/Operator at Miller Pipeline with expertise in Operating heavy machinery, Team operation, and safety compliance. Proven track record in enhancing team productivity and implementing effective training programs. Skilled in quality inspection and technical troubleshooting, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency on-site. Committed to achieving project goals while ensuring adherence to industry standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
33
33
Certification
Work History
Laborer
Infrasource Underground Construction
Prince George, VA
09.2007 - 03.2013
- Performed regular checks of equipment for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel.
- Performed regular servicing and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
Foreman/Operator
Miller Pipeline
Chester, VA
03.2013 - Current
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Adjusted equipment to prepare for excavating and boring geological materials.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Hand-assembled and repaired critical parts when needed and possible.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
Charity Worker
knightly order of the fiat lux
Raleigh, NC
03.2014 - 12.2025
- Collaborated with external partners to organize joint initiatives that benefit both parties.
- Created marketing materials such as brochures, flyers and social media content to attract more volunteers and donors.
- Identified potential areas where additional resources may be needed in order to achieve desired outcomes.
- Attended meetings between representatives from partner organizations discussing mutual goals related to charitable work.
- Organized fundraising events and activities to increase donations for the charity's cause.
- Met regularly with board members of the organization providing updates on current projects and future plans.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment efforts, conducted interviews and provided training for incoming volunteers.
- Represented the charity at community events to promote awareness of its mission and services.
- Developed relationships with potential donors by identifying their interests and presenting them with relevant information about the charity's work.
- Researched best practices used by other charities within the same sector in order to improve efficiency of current processes.
- Maintained records of all donations received from individuals, corporations or other organizations in accordance with legal requirements.
- Conducted research on new opportunities for increasing donations, including grant writing and corporate sponsorship.
- Engaged in public speaking engagements when necessary to spread awareness of the charity's objectives.
- Monitored progress towards achieving fundraising targets set by senior staff members.
- Assisted with budgeting and financial planning for upcoming projects related to the charity's mission.
- Maintained accurate records of all donations received by the organization.
- Compiled reports summarizing monthly income sources and expenditures associated with the charity's operations.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Developed and implemented fundraising approaches to raise money for cause.
- Promoted community resources through printed marketing material, email newsletters and social media campaigns.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lunenburg Central High School
Victoria, VA06-2007
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Quality inspection
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Technical troubleshooting
- Effective communication
- Tool maintenance
- Technical documentation
- OSHA compliance
- Decision-making
- Equipment operation
- Construction procedures
- Task delegation
- Construction vehicles operation
- Hand and power tools
- Workplace safety
Certification
- Commercial drivers license, Class A, Airbrake
- CPR and first aid certified
- Backhoe Loader Operations
- Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) Operations
- Excavator Operations
- Fire Extinguisher Operations
- NiSource Cross Bore Risk Elimination Training
- Asbestos Awareness Training
- Excavations competent person
- Confined Space Entry
- Static Electricity
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Distracted Driving Online Course National Safety Council
- Smith System - Small Vehicle Forward Motion E-Learning Course
- Backfilling
- Damage prevention
- Installation of steel and plastic lines
- Joining of pipe
- pressure testing pipe
- Measuring Structure to Electrolyte Potential
- Inspecting or Testing Cathodic Protection Electrical Isolation Devices
- Installation of Cathodic Protection Electrical Isolation Devices
- Visual Inspection For Atmospheric Corrosion
- Install and Maintain Pipeline Markers
- Visual Inspection for Internal Corrosion
- Installation of Sacrificial Anodes
- Coating Application and Repair: Brushed or Rolled
- External Coating Application and Repair: Wrapped
- Prevention of Accidental Ignition and Recognize and React to Generic Abnormal Operating Conditions
- Performing Electrical Inspection of Pipe Coating (Holiday Detection or Jeeping)
- Purge–Flammable or Inert Gas
- Leak Test at Operating Pressure
- Measure and Characterize Mechanical Damage on Installed Plastic Pipe and componants
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Charity Worker
knightly order of the fiat lux
03.2014 - 12.2025
Foreman/Operator
Miller Pipeline
03.2013 - Current
Laborer
Infrasource Underground Construction
09.2007 - 03.2013
High School Diploma -
Lunenburg Central High School
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