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Michael Smith

Summary

Dynamic leader and skilled concrete finisher with a proven track record at Expert Concrete Polishing and diverse roles in labor, maintenance, and surveying. Excelled in team leadership, client retention, and safety management, achieving timely project completions and zero citations at Lago Verde Mine. Demonstrates a strong willingness to learn and exceptional attention to detail.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Laborer

Eberhardt Excavation
09.2024 - Current
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Mitigated potential hazards with thorough site cleanup efforts at the end of each workday.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • worked directly with clients to assist their needs and to potentially upsell them on future services.
  • worked independently and efficiently so that the crew stayed within their 40 hour work week while completing the jobs attained.
  • Reported to the owner directly to relay the days progress.
  • Responsible for personal time keeping and clean up.

Maintenance Assistant Supervisor

N.Y.S. -Department of Environmental Conservation
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Used and operated various types of tools such as power saws, sanders, grinders, forklifts, chain saws and basic hand tools.
  • Maintained safety conditions and standards in the state parks.
  • Completed various building projects and renovations.
  • Responsible for lots of different kinds of landscaping
  • Daily "handyman" related types of work.
  • Hauling loads with various trailers attached to diesel trucks.
  • Organized storage areas and tool rooms to keep areas safe and fully stocked.


Concrete Finisher

Expert Concrete Polishing
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Responsible for making sure concrete surface is smooth and level.
  • Proficient in knowing how to mix, pour, finish, and cure concrete to various staining and dying.
  • Skilled in reading various types of technical drawings.
  • Operated many different types of power tools, such as heavy floor grinders by Scamaskin and Terraco.
  • Removal and demolition of existing concrete floors and overlay on new existing concrete floors.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing time and resources for various concrete finishing tasks.
  • Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete for the desired results for job site supers and/or architect.
  • Lead crew to complete job timely while traveling to multiple states to consistently hit our completion goal.
  • Reported directly to owner of the company at the end of business to recap the day's progress.

Chief Ground Operating Manager

Lago Verde Mine
09.2021 - 07.2023
  • Evaluated operational processes regularly, identifying areas for improvement or optimization. Reported back to upper management daily.
  • Assisted and directed mine maintenance crews including equipment operators and on the ground maintenance crews.
  • Reduced employee turnover with effective hiring practices and strong team-building initiatives.
  • Onsite operations resulted in zero citations and developed and implemented safety procedures.
  • Worked with industrial equipment and ensured staff was trained and proficient as well.
  • Safety was a number one concern and ensuring that all equipment and personal were efficient was top priority.
  • Identify and escalate key issues, and risks and variances and work closely with the management team to implement solutions.

Instrument Man for Surveying

KCI Technologies Inc
02.2020 - 08.2021
  • Collaborated with survey teams to ensure precise measurements and accurate data gathering.
  • Demonstrated flexibility when faced with evolving project requirements or unexpected challenges on the job site.
  • Collaborated effectively with drafting technicians to produce accurate maps based on collected data points.
  • Enhanced instrument accuracy by conducting regular calibration and maintenance procedures.
  • Assisted crew chiefs with GPS and robotic surveying.
  • Read and delegated surveyor plans
  • Organized teams focus while reporting back to the crew chief.
  • Did a lot of utility infrastructure/communication locates through means of GPS, data collection, and note keeping.


Junior Party Chief

DAB Heavy Constructors INC
08.2014 - 02.2020
  • Improved project efficiency by coordinating with field crews and managing daily survey activities.
  • Supported junior surveyors'' professional growth by providing mentorship and guidance on best practices and industry standards.
  • Reduced project completion time with effective delegation of tasks to team members based on their skills and expertise.
  • Facilitated smooth handover processes between field crew members by maintaining comprehensive documentation of survey work performed at each site.
  • Studied computer models of jobsites to ensure accuracy in the completion of them.
  • Directed asphalt, earthwork, and underground utility placement.
  • Located both county and state elevation and horizontal control as well as army core of engineer horizontal and vertical control.


Assembly Lead

Alumi-Guard INC
05.2012 - 07.2014
  • Promoted a safe work environment through diligent adherence to safety protocols and consistent communication of expectations to team members.
  • Utilized robotic and manual assembly of aluminum fence panels.
  • Worked in shipping and receiving to make sure products went to their correct locations for shipment.
  • Proficient in painting on the assembly line.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures throughout the assembly process without compromising product quality or employee safety.
  • Served as a mentor to junior employees by providing guidance, support, and encouragement in their career development within the organization.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL
06-2004

Skills

  • Willingness to learn
  • Attention to Detail
  • Safety awareness
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Physically fit for manual labor
  • Punctual and time management ready
  • Team Leader
  • Sales motivated and attention to client retention

Timeline

Laborer

Eberhardt Excavation
09.2024 - Current

Maintenance Assistant Supervisor

N.Y.S. -Department of Environmental Conservation
07.2024 - 09.2024

Concrete Finisher

Expert Concrete Polishing
08.2023 - 06.2024

Chief Ground Operating Manager

Lago Verde Mine
09.2021 - 07.2023

Instrument Man for Surveying

KCI Technologies Inc
02.2020 - 08.2021

Junior Party Chief

DAB Heavy Constructors INC
08.2014 - 02.2020

Assembly Lead

Alumi-Guard INC
05.2012 - 07.2014

Associate of Arts -

Pasco-Hernando State College

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