Ricky Telfair Jr
Louisville,GA
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional committed to contributing effectively in diverse environments. Open to relocation across the United States, bringing a flexible approach to new opportunities. Authorized to work for any employer, ensuring seamless integration into various organizational cultures. Eager to leverage skills and experience to drive success in a challenging role.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laborer
Morgan Corp.
Duncan, SC
10.2024 - Current
- Achieved timely completion of roller-compacted concrete paving projects through effective collaboration with team members. Enhanced pavement durability and quality by adhering to industry standards. Fostered a safe work environment, minimizing incidents and promoting best practices.
- Oversaw site preparation activities, removing debris and vegetation to create a clear area for paving operations. Managed grading processes to optimize drainage and ensure surface leveling.
- Assisted in transporting and distributing materials including cement aggregates and reinforcement bars. Helped load and unload materials from trucks. Supported proper storage of materials to maintain quality.
- Oversaw concrete mixing operations, adjusting techniques and equipment based on project specifications to maintain quality standards.
- Achieved precise concrete pavement shaping through expert formwork installation. Delivered high-quality finished surfaces by accurately measuring and aligning forms to meet design specifications.
- Achieved high-quality concrete placement through effective team coordination and tool utilization. Contributed to project success by ensuring proper distribution and compaction of materials.
- Finishing Work: Applying finishing techniques to the surface of the concrete, which may include smoothing, texturing, or applying sealants to enhance durability and aesthetics.
- Achieved a clean and safe work environment through diligent maintenance of tools and equipment. Enhanced operational efficiency by implementing effective waste disposal practices. Contributed to overall safety by maintaining high cleanliness standards.
- Achieved high safety compliance by rigorously adhering to regulations and protocols, utilizing protective gear, and engaging in safety training to minimize job site risks. Delivered successful concrete paving projects at Morgan Corp through effective collaboration with RCC paving general laborers, resulting in quality workmanship and timely project completion. Documented work activities, materials used, and incidents or accidents in daily logs and reports, contributing to overall project transparency and accountability.
- Operated roller equipment to compact soil, asphalt, or other materials on construction sites.
- Executed transportation and delivery of gravel, sand, and dirt using end dump truck to support construction projects.
Asphalt Laborer
E.R. SNELL CONTRACTOR, INC.
Augusta, GA
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Achieved timely asphalt placement through effective operation of roller compactor and skid steer. Enhanced site safety and efficiency by managing finishing area asphalt shoveling. Improved site conditions through diligent ground maintenance, including weed eating and grass cutting. Ensured smooth traffic flow as flagger, contributing to overall project safety. Delivered materials efficiently as water truck operator, supporting project timelines. Maintained flagger certification and met DOT medical physical standards.
Groundsman
Xylem Tree Experts
Augusta, GA
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Managed cleanup of vegetation around power lines and residential areas using chipper truck and chipper equipment.
General Laborer
E.R. SNELL CONTRACTOR, INC.
Louisville, GA
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Assisted in road maintenance and repairs by installing silt fences and building drain doors. Placed safety cones and signs along roadways to enhance safety. Operated backhoe excavator for various tasks, including trimming trees and branches using a bucket truck and pole saw while adhering to safety protocols.
- Managed construction activities to support project goals and maintain quality control.
- Managed logistics of loading and unloading building materials, maintaining organization and safety standards on-site.
- Conducted thorough cleaning procedures to maintain a safe and efficient environment.
- Performed regular cleaning and maintenance tasks on equipment to support operational efficiency.
- Executed relocation of materials and equipment as required to maintain project timelines.
- Oversaw concrete finishing processes, including grinding and pouring, to achieve high-quality surfaces. Managed construction of forms and floors around concrete piles, ensuring structural integrity. Coordinated installation of safety guard rails to promote a secure work environment.
- Conducted routine inspections and operated forklift to ensure optimal performance in inventory management.
- Managed the removal of shrubs and flowers, followed by mulching to enhance landscape aesthetics.
- Achieved efficient site preparation through effective trench digging, precise hole backfilling, and thorough earth compaction.
Distribution Associate
Nordson/Sizemore
Swainsboro, GA
03.2020 - 10.2021
- We were to pick and pack parts using a handheld scanner for all different company's label them and bag them in the right bags with the right label and ship to the right buyer also loading and unloading trucks using a sit down and standup forklifts, pallet jack, and keeping and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Metal Fabricator
Standard Iron & Wire Works, Inc.
Thompson, GA
06.2017 - 03.2020
- E-Break press, bending parts, checking parts, control plans, packing, order tickets, moving material, using a caliper and protractor, housekeeping, safety and PPE.
Machine Operator and Assembler
Advance Metal Components
Swainsboro, GA
02.2010 - 06.2017
- Achieved efficient CNC operation and material handling to streamline production. Enhanced painting and forklift operations, resulting in timely loading and unloading of trucks. Improved sorting processes for shipping and receiving, ensuring accuracy. Elevated tool sharpening and laser operation standards, contributing to overall efficiency. Maintained exceptional housekeeping and grinding practices. Delivered products to clients with precision using company vehicles.
- Documented audit procedures.
- Executed routine inspections and repairs on machining equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Executed measurements with precision instruments, including lathes and calipers, to verify component accuracy and compliance.
- Visually inspected equipment parts and deliveries.
- Arranged and maintained tools and production areas to support seamless project execution.
- Oversaw various molding press operations to maintain high-quality manufacturing standards.
- Managed production lines.
- Conducted regular audits of packaging material inventory to ensure accuracy and availability for production needs.
- Facilitated effective information exchange to enhance team collaboration.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson County High School
Louisville, GA05-2001
Skills
- Box truck logistics management
- Safe ladder operation
- Help desk support
- Team leadership
- Experienced in heavy equipment handling
- Proficient in pavement compaction
- Oversight of industrial construction projects
- Patio design and construction
- Subsurface excavation proficiency
- Packaging optimization
- Concrete surface preparation
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations
- Customer service
- Installation of fiberglass insulation
- Experience in operating excavation machinery
- Skilled in preparing surfaces for finishing
- Utility identification devices
- Expertise in hazardous material protocols
- Familiarity with safety compliance in construction
- Effective team collaboration
- Delivery Driver Experience (5 years)
- Efficient land clearing
- Supply chain coordination
- Quality assessment
- Metal fabrication
- Cash transaction processing
- Hazmat safety compliance
- Site inspection expertise
- Precision CNC programming
- Accurate barcode scanning for inventory management
- Efficient loading and unloading
- Experienced in maintaining cleanliness
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Inventory control
- Residential construction experience
- Hotel experience
- Skilled in assembly processes
- English (10 years)
- Oversight of new construction
- HAZMAT safety procedures
- Troubleshooting and technical support
- Emergency response planning
- Freight handling
- Landscape design
- Skid steer operation
- Strategic negotiation skills
- Asphalt paving
- Shuttle driving
- Fabrication (8 years)
- Strong verbal communication
- Landscape upkeep
- Planogram implementation
- Measuring instruments
- Woodworking expertise
- Materials handling
- Packaging (5 years)
- Landscape upkeep
- Millwright
- Mechanical Knowledge (Less than 1 year)
- Residential building projects
- Calipers (8 years)
- Stamping Press (3 years)
- Blueprint analysis
- Utilities construction crew member experience
- Loader operation
- Foundation excavation
- Blueprint Reading (6 years)
- Reset merchandiser
- Order Picking Experience (2 years)
- Power tools (10 years)
- Delivery Driver Experience (2 years)
- Lifting (10 years)
- CNC operator (8 years)
- Construction utility work
- CNC
- Janitorial (3 years)
- Mechanical knowledge
- Loader operation (8 years)
- Computer skills
- Merchandising
- Assembly
- Order fulfillment (5 years)
- Industrial equipment (5 years)
- Moving Experience (3 years)
- Pallet Jack (10 years)
- Supervising Experience (3 years)
- Sanitation (2 years)
- Dump truck
- Warehouse sorting
- Visual merchandising maintenance
- CNC Programming (2 years)
- Utility inspection
- Panelboards
- Van driver
- Warehouse Experience (10 years)
- Landscaping (5 years)
- Concrete pouring
- Asphalt paving
- Utility trenching
- Press Brake (3 years)
- Project management
- Writing skills
- Math
- Transportation (10 years)
- Hand tools (10 years)
- Experience with industrial tools
- Data entry
Accomplishments
- Achieved all types of difficult work task by completing task, using team work a safe and strong plan with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Driver's License, Present
- Flagger Certification, Present
- Forklift Certification, Present
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry, 2026-01-01, Present
- Pallet Jack Certification, 2022-10-01, Present
- CDL, Present
- Electric Pallet Jack Certification, 2022-10-01, 2025-10-01
- Non-CDL Class C, 2022-08-01, 2025-03-01
- D.O.T Physical, 2022-08-01, 2025-03-01
- Scissor Lift Certification, Present
- Hazmat Endorsement, Present
- Passenger Endorsement, Present
- CDL C, Present
Languages
English
Bilingual
Interests
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Music
- Playing Sports
- Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
- Coding and Programming
- App Development
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Web Development and Design
- Volunteer Work
- Fashion
Timeline
Laborer
Morgan Corp.
10.2024 - Current
Asphalt Laborer
E.R. SNELL CONTRACTOR, INC.
02.2024 - 10.2024
Groundsman
Xylem Tree Experts
11.2022 - 02.2024
General Laborer
E.R. SNELL CONTRACTOR, INC.
11.2021 - 10.2022
Distribution Associate
Nordson/Sizemore
03.2020 - 10.2021
Metal Fabricator
Standard Iron & Wire Works, Inc.
06.2017 - 03.2020
Machine Operator and Assembler
Advance Metal Components
02.2010 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Jefferson County High School
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
- Driving License: Present
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Availability: Anywhere, Anywhere
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Additional Information
Haul Truck Operator