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Education
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Matthew French

Springfield,MI

Work History

Light Equipment Operator at a substation

Mj Electric
Oxford , MI
12.2025 - Current
  • Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
  • Enforced compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.

Forman

Asplundh Tree Experts
Mt pleasant , MI
05.2022 - 04.2025
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.

Crew Member

Harvest solar
Jackson, MI
04.2021 - 05.2022
  • I helped with the job site setup.
  • I made a list of things we needed.
  • I used a Pd 10 post pounder and put the post into the ground.
  • Read schematics on how to wire solar panels.
  • Read blueprints on where the job site needs to be set up.
  • I interacted with the customers about how they wanted things to be done.
  • Used line finder to locate underground utilities.

Groundmen/Truck Driver Laborer

Arc American
Parma, Michigan
11.2021 - 12.2021
  • Adhered to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations regarding commercial driving operations.
  • I helped the linemen out by getting them the things they needed.
  • I loaded the trucks with the gear they would need for the day, and unloaded the trucks at the end of the day.

Forman

Asplundh Tree Expert
MT Pleasant, Michigan
01.2017 - 11.2021
  • Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
  • Monitored equipment operation during extraction process to detect problems.
  • Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
  • Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
  • Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
  • Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
  • Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
  • Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.

Csa 4

Lowe's
New Hartford, New York
  • Answered incoming calls and provided highest level of professionalism and knowledgeable service to every customer.
  • Surpassed sales goals through implementation of successful marketing strategies.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Sold or recommended products or services to suit client needs.
  • Operated cash register to process sales transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • I don't have my actual start date or end date for this.

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Waterville Jr/Sr High-school
Waterville, NY
06-2008

Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Engineering

Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI

Skills

  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Project management
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Solar panel installation
  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Labor tracking
  • Employee training
  • Technical assistance
  • Quality control
  • Operational efficiency
  • Inspect job sites
  • Project reporting
  • Scaffolding set up
  • Drywall installation
  • Maintenance management
  • Fall protection
  • Physical strength and stamina
  • Workflow optimization
  • Job Order Processing
  • Construction Equipment Knowledge
  • Planning and scheduling
  • Environmental awareness
  • Property damage assessment
  • Dimensions and measurements
  • Site measuring and marking
  • Adaptability
  • Team collaboration
  • Heavy lifting
  • Following instructions
  • Task prioritization
  • Construction vehicles operation
  • Self control and integrity
  • Job site management
  • Risk assessment
  • Word processing
  • Safety protocols
  • Occupational Hazards Identification
  • Safety program compliance (OSHA 30)
  • Forklift operation
  • Material procurement
  • Job site cleanup
  • Building Material Knowledge
  • Willingness to learn

Certification

  • Osha 30 id #14-602207155

Affiliations

  • Camping
  • Rideing motorcycles
  • Family oriented
  • Love being out side

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Light Equipment Operator at a substation

Mj Electric
12.2025 - Current

Forman

Asplundh Tree Experts
05.2022 - 04.2025

Groundmen/Truck Driver Laborer

Arc American
11.2021 - 12.2021

Crew Member

Harvest solar
04.2021 - 05.2022

Forman

Asplundh Tree Expert
01.2017 - 11.2021

High School Diploma -

Waterville Jr/Sr High-school

Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Engineering

Lansing Community College

Csa 4

Lowe's
Matthew French