Mitchel Harrison

Work History

DM INDUSTRIES

Colfax

07.2016 - Current

Developed high-quality business strategies and plans, ensuring alignment with both short-term and long-term objectives
Led and motivated teams to boost employee engagement, fostering the development of a high-performing management team
Oversaw all operations and business activities, ensuring they delivered desired results consistent with overall strategy and mission
Managed web design, apparel design, graphic design, and sales operations
Handled office management, set up computer programs, and coordinated employee and employer education courses
Prepared investor reports, scheduled meetings, and ensured compliance with all legal standards
Set up and operated new vinyl and screen-printing machines, overseeing the entire product process
Managed shipping and inventory operations
Completed all company and budget reports.

Mercer-Fraiser excavating

Truckee

04.2021 - 08.2024

Operated heavy equipment, including backhoes, excavators, skid steers, rollers, boom/forklifts, and loaders, ensuring efficient execution of construction tasks
Interpreted and applied site plans, blueprints, and specifications to guide project layout, collaborating closely with subcontractors to ensure accuracy and alignment with project goals
Worked directly with city inspectors to verify materials and execution met all regulatory requirements and project specifications
Poured foundations for multiple bridges, wing walls, and culvert drainage systems, ensuring precise installation of new waterlines, sewage systems, and fire hydrants
Led excavation projects, transforming raw land into finished parking lots and trails, including subgrade and paving work
Collaborated with project managers, superintendents, and third-party contractors to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and local safety standards, including the Town of Truckee's requirements
Maintained a strong focus on safety protocols, ensuring heavy equipment was operated safely, job sites were hazard-free, and all personnel followed proper procedures
Assisted with general labor tasks, ensuring projects stayed on schedule and met quality standards.

American River Caulking INC

Colfax

05.2019 - 01.2022

Coordinated and supplied crew members with the necessary materials, tools, and information to perform tasks efficiently and effectively
Managed work crews of 10+ workers, ensuring daily project goals were met safely and on time, while addressing unforeseen issues with professionalism and clear communication
Oversaw daily operations of assigned projects, ensuring adequate staffing and resources were available at each job site
Cultivated positive working relationships with private and government General Contractors, superintendents, and project managers on various construction sites
Interpreted and worked from building blueprints and job schematics
Completed comprehensive daily reports using software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and E-Sub
Prepared and submitted daily safety reports in both written and electronic formats
Ensured compliance with company and OSHA regulations, fostering a strong safety culture among crew members.

Union Pacific

La Grande

02.2012 - 06.2016

Ensured safe and timely train operations between various shop locations, service tracks, and switching areas
Inspected equipment and machinery, analyzing and troubleshooting issues, and making necessary adjustments to ensure optimal performance
Performed tasks such as removing, replacing, and carrying knuckles, aligning draw-bars, coupling equipment and cars, and operating locomotives via remote control
Applied and released hand brakes, rode rail cars, climbed equipment, and communicated effectively with co-workers and dispatchers via radio
Monitored, observed, and relayed signals and placards to gather and convey critical information
Prepared written documentation and reports as required
Fostered positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and customers, while effectively managing conflict situations
Ensured compliance with all railroad rules, regulations, and safety standards, including those of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).

Fox barrel/Crispin cider

Colfax

03.2011 - 01.2012

Safely operated forklifts to transport pallets of products from storage areas to shipping locations, ensuring efficient movement of goods
Inspected product pallets, truck beds, and forklifts for potential defects or safety issues, addressing problems promptly to maintain operational efficiency
Assisted with the unloading and relocation of products and materials from trucks, keeping detailed inventory and movement reports
Followed company and industry safety protocols, adhering to all procedures to ensure a safe working environment
Drove company vehicles for the safe transport of various products between locations, maintaining proper handling and documentation
Collaborated with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and customers to ensure smooth operations and positive working relationships
Performed general warehouse duties such as inventory management, organizing stock, and maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.