Lawrence DeMello Jr
Wailuku,HI
Summary
Hardworking and reliable Employee with strong ability in driving and operating commercial vehicles. Offering a dedicated and responsible mindset in performing working duties and responsibilities. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Very good social skills and very passionate in everything I do.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Solid Waste Supervisor 3
County of Maui Solid Waste Division
Lahaina, HI
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Directed and supervised team of 6 employees in daily operations.
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
Solid Waste Automated Truck Operator/Driver
County of Maui Solid Waste Division
Lahaina, HI
02.2014 - 12.2022
- Maintained accurate records of shipments, including weight, contents, and destination.
- Communicated with dispatchers via two-way radio or cellular phone regarding delivery instructions.
- Performed minor repairs on vehicles such as changing tires and checking fluid levels.
- Inspected truck before and after each trip to ensure proper functioning of brakes, lights, wipers, horn and other safety equipment.
- Ensured that cargo was properly secured in order to prevent shifting during transit.
- Kept detailed logs of travel times, rest breaks and fuel consumption according to DOT guidelines.
- Adhered to company policies for safe driving practices, vehicle maintenance, log books and paperwork completion.
- Delivered goods on time within designated route parameters while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Complied with federal Department of Transportation regulations regarding hours-of-service compliance.
- Performed pre-trip inspections prior to beginning shift in order to ensure vehicle is running safely and efficiently.
- Maneuvered vehicles into loading or unloading positions following appropriate safety procedures.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Followed all applicable laws and regulations governing the transportation of hazardous materials.
Equipment Operator
County of Maui Highways Division
Wailuku, HI
04.2004 - 01.2014
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
- Maintained daily logs of machine operations and reported any mechanical or safety issues to supervisor.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
- Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
- Conducted pre-operation checklists on all assigned machines prior to use each day.
- Monitored operation of equipment to ensure proper functioning in accordance with safety regulations.
- Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
- Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
- Performed routine cleaning tasks on assigned equipment before returning it back into service.
- Adhered strictly to designated schedules for completing assigned tasks within specified timeframes.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
Laborer
County of Maui Highways Division
Wailuku, HI
08.1999 - 04.2004
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Prepared surfaces prior to painting by sanding, scraping, patching holes, and filling cracks with putty or plaster.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
- Ensured that all personal protective gear was worn at all times while on the job site.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel and other materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Henry Perrine Baldwin High School
Wailuku, HI06-1997
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Daily Workflow Improvement
- Employee Evaluation
- Staff Evaluations
- Employee Supervision
- Supervising Staff
- Personnel Management
- Workflow Planning
- Work Planning And Prioritization
- Employee Relations
- Staff Training Experience
- Customer Service And Assistance
- Excellent Problem-Solving Capability
- Work Planning And Scheduling
- Workplace Safety
- Listening Skills
- Continuous Improvements
- Due Diligence
- Equipment Management
- Team Building & Leadership
- Equipment Inspection
- Excellent Personal Service Experience
Timeline
Solid Waste Supervisor 3
County of Maui Solid Waste Division
01.2023 - 02.2024
Solid Waste Automated Truck Operator/Driver
County of Maui Solid Waste Division
02.2014 - 12.2022
Equipment Operator
County of Maui Highways Division
04.2004 - 01.2014
Laborer
County of Maui Highways Division
08.1999 - 04.2004
High School Diploma -
Henry Perrine Baldwin High School
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