Michael Smith
Centralia,IL
Summary
Dedicated laborer professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Union Laborer
Local 1197
McLeansboro, IL
06.2024 - Current
- Prepared job sites for new construction by clearing debris, grading land, and setting up necessary equipment safely and effectively.
- Maintained a clean work environment, reducing accidents and fostering a professional atmosphere on job sites.
- Maintained consistent progress on projects by assisting with the loading and unloading of materials and supplies for timely use onsite.
- Managed waste disposal for environmental compliance, resulting in cleaner job sites and reduced fines.
- Demonstrated commitment to teamwork by stepping in to assist fellow laborers with tasks when necessary, fostering a cohesive work environment.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset through the ability to perform various manual labor tasks such as digging trenches, pouring concrete, or laying bricks when needed.
- Documented daily progress accurately by maintaining detailed logs of completed tasks and hours worked on each project aspect.
- Enhanced project efficiency by coordinating materials delivery and equipment maintenance for union labor tasks.
- Supported project managers in meeting deadlines through efficient completion of assigned tasks.
- Assisted in the completion of complex projects by operating heavy machinery such as bulldozers, backhoes, and cranes.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Interacted daily with various project managers, subcontractors, and municipal inspectors to complete construction projects.
Union Laborer
Local 581
Carlyle, IL
04.2013 - 06.2024
- Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Performed scheduled maintaince at Prairie State generating company and Dynegy Midwest Generation Inc.
Mechanic
Smiths Auto Repair
Centralia, IL
08.2003 - 04.2013
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Consulted manuals, technical documentation and repair tree charts for further information prior to conducting fixes.
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
Education
General -
Centralia High School
Centralia, IL05.2000
Skills
- OSHA Safety Guidelines
- Physical Agility and Coordination
- Loading and Unloading Systems
- Equipment Maintenance
- Maintenance and Repair
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Performing Manual Labor
- Project Control
- Power Plant Equipment
- Multitasking Abilities
- Superior Work Ethic
Timeline
Union Laborer
Local 1197
06.2024 - Current
Union Laborer
Local 581
04.2013 - 06.2024
Mechanic
Smiths Auto Repair
08.2003 - 04.2013
General -
Centralia High School