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Michele Benic

Transfer,PA

Summary

Conscientious and safety-focused professional with extensive hands-on experience in commercial construction and labor support. Skilled in scaffolding assembly and traffic control in heavy highway construction, as well as OSHA certified. I excel in encouraging teamwork and maintaining high-quality standards, ensuring project success while adapting to changing priorities and conditions. Proven ability to enhance efficiency and promote a positive work environment. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined with superior attendance record and reliable.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Nuclear Power Plant Outage Laborer~

Allied Power~D&Z~XcelEnergy~BHI/Westinghouse
04.2018 - 04.2025
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved industrial scaffold material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
  • Provided labor support to carpenters and other skilled trades.

Construction Worker~Traffic Control/Certified Flagger

Sharon Paving Company
04.2016 - 11.2022
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting quality expectations.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation for the safety of team members and the public.
  • Adapted to rapidly changing weather conditions and schedules, ensuring project continuity and efficiency.
  • Implemented safety protocols preventing construction site accidents.

Circulation Personnel Representative

Record Argus
04.2015 - 04.2016
  • Conducted interviews, ensuring potential employees could fulfill job requirements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing effective communication and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Participated in workforce planning efforts to align staffing needs.
  • Maintained personnel and employee-related files and records.
  • Improved office efficiency by organizing filing systems for customer records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.

Passenger Van Driver

American Scholar Group
07.2013 - 04.2015
  • Ensured international students and/or passenger satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and readiness for daily routes.
  • Safely transported international students and/or passengers between designated locations while adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
  • Waited for international students and/or passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots.
  • Adhered to tight schedule and met departure and arrival deadlines.

Cocktail Club Bartender

Italian Home Club
12.2012 - 07.2013
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Prepare and serve club members food and drinks.

Professional School Bus Driver/Office Assistant

Anderson Couch and Travel
09.2004 - 06.2011
  • Developed strong relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, mechanics, and other key personnel involved in maintaining smooth operation of the transportation department.
  • Collaborated with school administrators to develop new protocols for optimal bus loading and unloading procedures.
  • Supported student success by providing a positive, nurturing environment during transport.
  • Maintained punctual transportation service for students by adhering to established routes and schedules.
  • Enhanced safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and maintenance procedures.
  • Transported K-12 school age children to and from school in all weather conditions safely.
  • Assisted transportation manager in coordinating all aspects of the transportation department, organized files, and data entry.

Steelworker Machine Operator/Laborer

Trinity Industries
12.1997 - 02.1999
  • Maintained clean and organized workspaces, contributing to overall productivity and a safe working environment.
  • Followed safety guidelines to fasten structural steel members and hoisted cables, and chains to the crane.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety training sessions.
  • Provided guidance to co-workers fostering an atmosphere of teamwork and professional growth within the steelworking department.
  • Fabricate parts for railroad cars.

Education

No Degree - Psychology/Social Work

Butler County Community College
Hermitage, PA

Skills

  • Member of Laborers International Union of North America~LIUNA Local #964
  • Traffic Control/Flagger Certified
  • OSHA 10-hour Certified
  • OSHA 30-hour Certified
  • Class B CDL
  • Medical Certificate
  • Clean driving record
  • Commercial construction experience
  • Scaffolding assembly and disassembly
  • Asphalt paving

Timeline

Nuclear Power Plant Outage Laborer~

Allied Power~D&Z~XcelEnergy~BHI/Westinghouse
04.2018 - 04.2025

Construction Worker~Traffic Control/Certified Flagger

Sharon Paving Company
04.2016 - 11.2022

Circulation Personnel Representative

Record Argus
04.2015 - 04.2016

Passenger Van Driver

American Scholar Group
07.2013 - 04.2015

Cocktail Club Bartender

Italian Home Club
12.2012 - 07.2013

Professional School Bus Driver/Office Assistant

Anderson Couch and Travel
09.2004 - 06.2011

Steelworker Machine Operator/Laborer

Trinity Industries
12.1997 - 02.1999

No Degree - Psychology/Social Work

Butler County Community College