Nathan Southern
INDOT
Shoals,IN
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Achieved consistent team success through adept leadership and a disciplined approach from military training.Drove Objective-focused outcomes by fostering a culture of professional excellence and teamwork.Enhanced team communication and involvement, resulting in significant improvements in collaborative efforts.
Work History
Highway Maintenance Technician
2 Years 2 Months- Executed manual labor tasks, including digging trenches, laying asphalt or concrete, and compacting materials with hand tools.
- Operated power tools, such as jackhammers and concrete saws, to cut and break up pavement surfaces.
- Mixed concrete and asphalt materials according to specifications for road construction activities.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials from trucks using heavy machinery and manual labor techniques.
- Adapted to adverse weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold temperatures, and rainstorms.
- Applied traffic control measures during road construction activities to maintain public safety.
- Transported materials including dirt, gravel, and asphalt using a dump truck to designated locations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of the dump truck to confirm proper working condition.
- Complied with traffic laws and safety regulations while operating the dump truck.
- Maintained detailed records of daily activities, including mileage, fuel usage, and delivery details.
- Planned efficient routes for timely delivery of materials while navigating various road conditions.
Project Manager/Carpenter
1 Year 8 Months- Assisted in delivering construction projects from initiation to completion while meeting timelines and budget goals.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to create comprehensive project plans and specifications.
- Supported procurement of materials, equipment, and labor needed for construction activities.
- Guided a team of ten construction workers to achieve successful project completions concurrently.
- Coordinated with clients to capture specific project needs and provided consistent progress updates.
- Performed regular site inspections to track work progress, identify potential risks or delays, and implement necessary corrective measures.
Team Member
10 Months- Assisted in managing production line activities to increase efficiency and output.
- Developed skills in inspecting components through visual and tactile techniques to verify compliance with specifications and suggest necessary adjustments.
- Managed various tasks simultaneously while maintaining established quality control standards.
- Operated machinery to support high-quality assembly of vehicles.
- Worked collaboratively with team members to enhance workflow processes and boost productivity.
- Initiated process improvements that minimized downtime and elevated productivity.
- Maintained clean, organized, and safe workspaces to foster efficiency and ensure team safety.
- Quickly acquired necessary skills to optimize performance.
Haul Truck Operator
6 Months- Diagnosed issues and executed minor repairs and maintenance.
- Transported materials efficiently across job sites using haul trucks.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance to maintain equipment safety and reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance loading and unloading procedures, boosting workflow efficiency.
- Trained new operators on safe driving practices and proper equipment handling.
- Monitored site conditions to adjust operations in alignment with safety regulations and project needs.
- Participated actively in safety meetings and training sessions to promote a safe work environment.
Haul truck driver
11 Months- Operating various models and sizes to assist with moving different types of material.
- Operate various sizes of dozers to rough grade ramps, roads, and stockpiles. Assist in pumping water from pits.
- Complete all pre operational inspections and preventive maintenance on all equipment.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Operated end dump trucks for safe and efficient load transportation across various job sites.
- Trained new drivers on operational procedures and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
Skidder Operator
10 Months- Operated skidder equipment to assist in effective timber extraction and transportation.
- Supported adherence to safety protocols to maintain industry compliance.
- Aided in training new operators on equipment handling and operational procedures.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on skidder machinery to improve functionality.
- Assisted in planning timber harvesting operations for optimal resource utilization.
- Monitored environmental conditions to promote safe work practices during logging activities.
- Utilized heavy-duty chainsaws for precise close-quarters work.
- Cleared work areas by removing debris such as brush and stumps.
- Arranged logs onto trailers and trimmed ends as needed.
- Worked efficiently and safely to secure chains to logs.
Electric Meter Technician
1 Year- Installed and calibrated electric meters to ensure accurate readings and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on metering equipment, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues with electric meters, minimizing downtime for customers.
- Improved meter reading accuracy by conducting routine maintenance and calibration of electric meters.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly responding to inquiries and addressing concerns related to electric meter issues.
- Assisted in inventory management by closely tracking stock levels of essential tools, equipment, and spare parts, ensuring availability when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed jobs, including meter readings, repairs, replacements, and customer interactions.
Heavy Equipment Operator
1 Year- Assisted with bridge maintenance and repairs by operating heavy equipment.
- Supported safety and operational standards through the maintenance of assigned equipment.
- Operated heavy machinery while following all safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to improve performance and reliability.
- Regularly operated various heavy equipment with proficiency.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment after each job and conducted thorough inspections.
- Executed minor repairs and replaced equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Gained training on diverse equipment and attachments to fulfill team requirements.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites while maintaining a clean driving record.
- Contributed to project success by operating different heavy machinery, including excavators, and loaders.
Operator/Laborer
5 Months- Operate heavy equipment to help process the removal of old rail road track.
- Use a liquid oxygen torch to cut and help remove old rail road track.
1st Battalion 3rd Infantry Regiment The Old Guard
3 Years 4 Months- Conduct memorial affairs to honor fallen comrades in Arlington National Cemetery.
- Conduct Dover Dignified Transfers (carrying deceased soldier's remains returning home to the United States)
- Train and implement military tactics as a rifleman, grenadier, and squad automatic rifleman.
- Conducted marching missions for fellow soldiers who are retiring from military service.
General laborer
1 Year 3 Months- Move large amounts of limestone via overhead crane or forklift.
- Stack and package all sizes of limestone on pallets by hand or with equipment.
- General maintenance on forklifts and around the quarry.
Education
High school or equivalent
Skills
Achieved project milestones through seamless collaboration across teams.
Established a reputation for reliability by consistently meeting commitments.
Drove successful adaptation to changing project requirements
enhancing team resilience.
Delivered high-quality results by applying exceptional attention to detail.
Enhanced team performance through effective communication practices.
Maximized efficiency by implementing effective time management strategies.
Certification
- MSHA PART
- ADEPT
- NAHETS
- CDL B June
- Air Brake Endorsement
- Tanker Endorsement
Timeline
Highway Maintenance Technician
INDOT
06.2024 - CurrentRead More
Project Manager/Carpenter
Destination Yachts Inc
11.2021 - 07.2023Read More
Team Member
Toyota
01.2021 - 11.2021Read More
Haul Truck Operator
Loudermilk contracting Llc
07.2020 - 01.2021Read More
Haul truck driver
White Stallion Energy
03.2019 - 02.2020Read More
Skidder Operator
Indiana Timber & Veneer
05.2018 - 03.2019Read More
Electric Meter Technician
Olameter Corporation
04.2017 - 04.2018Read More
Heavy Equipment Operator
Clayton Railroad Construction
02.2016 - 02.2017Read More
Operator/Laborer
National Salvage & Service
06.2015 - 11.2015Read More
1st Battalion 3rd Infantry Regiment The Old Guard
US Army
10.2011 - 02.2015Read More
General laborer
Big Creek LLC
06.2010 - 09.2011Read More
The Indiana Board of Education
High school or equivalent
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