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Work History
Education
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Ricardo Baldassari

Middletown,NY

Summary

Knowledgeable Lead Foreman with a strong safety record and dedication to quality. Able to perform thorough inspections, troubleshoot problems and develop improvement plans. Over 20 yrs of accumulated experience with OSHA, ANSI and LOTO safety procedures.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

General Foreman

NGGilbert
Various, NJ
06.2022 - Current
  • Followed rules and regulations to keep job sites safe for workers, contractors and visitors.
  • Reviewed blueprints and specifications prior to starting job to fully understand project scope.
  • Documented labor hours, crew attendance and individual performance.
  • Presented performance and productivity reports to supervisors.
  • Trained and assisted employees in use of personal protective equipment and communicated safety requirements.
  • Conducted safety and hazard inspections of work sites.
  • Monitored safety of construction activities, making on-site personnel protection top priority.
  • Reviewed company practices and work processes to verify compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Maintained track record of zero safety incidents in the 4 months leading
  • Created safety bulletins, flyers and educational materials promoting safety awareness.
  • Identified tree species and inspected for health and safety.
  • Answered inquiries and complaints from public related to sick, damaged or hazardous trees and shrubs.

Lead Maintenance Mechanic

PepsiCo
Liberty, NY
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Created and assigned work orders, delegated tasks and supervised work.
  • Oversaw technicians and delegated duties.
  • Monitored work order completion and worked with other team members on complex projects.
  • Completed preventive maintenance to maintain production and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
  • Supervised repairs and installs of Electrical, Pneumatic, and Hydraulic Systems.
    Troubleshooting and repair of AC/DC electrical systems using Volt-Ohm Meter

Lead Foreman

Lewis Tree Service
Danbury, CT
05.2014 - 09.2021
  • Trained crew members how to perform high-quality work with safety and efficiency in mind.
  • Performed routine inspections of assigned areas, detecting necessary repairs or hazardous conditions.
  • Completed detailed inspections on equipment to check safety and functionality.
  • Delegated work to team members and checked for completion in compliance with company guidelines and customer needs.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment daily to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Improved efficiency 50% by minimizing worker downtime and Time management.
  • Followed safety regulations by wearing appropriate clothing, erecting barricades and signage and using proper equipment and tools.

Lead Foreman

ABC Tree Removal
Middletown, NY
02.2011 - 01.2014
  • Trained crew members how to perform high-quality work with safety and efficiency in mind.
  • Delegated work to team members and checked for completion in compliance with company guidelines and customer needs.
  • Authored and updated production reports and personnel records for use by senior managers in making accurate operational decisions.
  • Reported to supervisors weekly regarding project progress, site problems and labor status.
  • Monitored parts and equipment used at job sites.
  • Communicated positively with employees, demonstrating high company standards and mitigating issues immediately.
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of safety at all job sites.

Lead Foreman

Nelson Tree Service Inc.
Middletown, NY
04.2009 - 02.2011
  • Trained crew members how to perform high-quality work with safety and efficiency in mind.
  • Delegated work to team members and checked for completion in compliance with company guidelines and customer needs.
  • Monitored parts and equipment used at job sites.
  • Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and activities of workers.
  • Communicated positively with employees, demonstrating high company standards and mitigating issues immediately.
  • Delegated duties to each employee based upon his or her skills set and monitored progress daily.

Lead Foreman TRANSMISSION LINES

Lewis Tree Service
Middletown, NY
01.2002 - 12.2008
  • Delegated work to team members and checked for completion in compliance with company guidelines and customer needs.
  • Trained crew members how to perform high-quality work with safety and efficiency in mind.
  • Inspected production, quality control and maintenance reports to detect and address production problems.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment daily to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Maintained high standards of safety, productivity and quality for every job.
  • Communicated positively with employees, demonstrating high company standards and mitigating issues immediately.
  • Planned and delegated work to meet planned project and production goals.

Groundsman

Asplundh Tree Expert
Middletown, NY
08.1995 - 12.2002
  • Removed and properly disposed of debris to maintain worksite safety.
  • Started out as a groundsman gaining knowledge and experience daily
  • Learned all the safety aspects and proper trimming and removal methods
  • Became a journey treeman by learning the job

Education

High School Diploma -

Goshen Central High School
Goshen, NY
06.1995

Skills

BILINGUAL

EHS

  • Team building
  • Planning and coordination
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Site inspections
  • Employee training
  • Skilled multi-tasker
  • Analytical abilities
  • Communicating with clients
  • PPE use
  • Data management
  • Dedication to product quality
  • Strategic execution
  • Standard operating procedures understanding
  • Safety behaviors expertise
  • Planning
  • Problem resolution
  • Active listening
  • Computer skills
  • Work ethic
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Safety understanding
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Communication
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Report writing
  • Optimizing production output
  • Basic electrical and plumbing
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Company safety policies

Timeline

General Foreman

NGGilbert
06.2022 - Current

Lead Maintenance Mechanic

PepsiCo
11.2021 - 06.2022

Lead Foreman

Lewis Tree Service
05.2014 - 09.2021

Lead Foreman

ABC Tree Removal
02.2011 - 01.2014

Lead Foreman

Nelson Tree Service Inc.
04.2009 - 02.2011

Lead Foreman TRANSMISSION LINES

Lewis Tree Service
01.2002 - 12.2008

Groundsman

Asplundh Tree Expert
08.1995 - 12.2002

High School Diploma -

Goshen Central High School
Ricardo Baldassari