Mark hopkins
Stanhope,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Highway Operations Technician 1 at NJ Department of Transportation, skilled in machine operation and teamwork. Enhanced operational efficiency through standard procedures and professional development workshops. Proven problem-solver, adept at equipment inspection and preventive maintenance, ensuring seamless operations and reduced downtime. Committed to continual improvement and effective communication within teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Highway Operations Technician 1
Nj Department of Transportation
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced team skill sets, organizing professional development workshops.
- Reduced downtime, performing routine equipment adjustments and repairs.
- Facilitated smoother operations by developing and implementing standard operating procedures.
- Snow plowing and salting of roadways
- Tree cutting and trimming
- Roadside mowing with tractors and zero turns
- Basin repair and cleaning
- Road maintenance such as cut outs and pothole repair and Crack sealing
Plublic Works Repair
Morris County
09.2017 - 08.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Grounds Manager
Aramark
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Facilitated open communication with staff members to address concerns, share updates on projects, and promote teamwork in completing tasks efficiently.
- Worked closely with architects or construction teams during new building projects or renovations to ensure seamless integration of landscaping elements into overall site designs.
- Ensured efficient use of resources by monitoring equipment inventory and managing budgets for grounds maintenance activities.
- Implemented sustainable practices in landscaping design and maintenance to minimize environmental impact.
Education
High School Diploma - Criminal Justice, Agriculture
Penn Yan Academy
Penn Yan, NY06.1997
Skills
- Machine operation
- Operational efficiency
- Hydraulic systems
- Hazardous materials handling
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Pneumatic systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment inspection
- First aid and CPR
- Threat detection
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
Incident command 100 and 700 certificate
Completed the states level set training
Certified firefighter
Timeline
Highway Operations Technician 1
Nj Department of Transportation
08.2022 - Current
Plublic Works Repair
Morris County
09.2017 - 08.2022
Grounds Manager
Aramark
09.2014 - 08.2017
High School Diploma - Criminal Justice, Agriculture
Penn Yan Academy