Robert Banks Jr
Benton,MS
Summary
My goal is to join a understanding company or facility that utilize my talents and caring for other people, so that I will be an asset to them and move up in the work place. My personal objective would be able to get a job that I know that I will love and be able to provide for my family. I want to be able to work with new people and feel welcomed with opened arms. I will do my best to make sure my objectives not only helps me but others. I also want to be able to help others as well as myself. Safety is # 1 goal for me.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil superintendent
Industrial rail and civil services
Laporte, TX
11.2023 - Current
- Duties included Civil Dirt work from the ground up on new rail projects and rail scale projects
- I also helped dig and install rail scale foundation for a project in Monroeville Alabama for Georgia Pacific ARC currently working on small rail storage yard in Silsbee TX.
- Supervised construction crew members in the performance of their duties.
- Inspected civil works for accuracy, completeness, and quality control.
- Managed daily operational tasks such as scheduling meetings, assigning tasks.
- Managed time and time off operations within company.
- Excel worksheets were used to maintain jobsite accuracy on dailies, material and employees time
- Analyzed blueprints and schematics to plan sequence of operations effectively.
- Oversaw safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Prepared weekly reports on the status of each project at regular intervals.
- Maintained records of materials used, material costs, and progress weekly reports for each project phase to project manager.
- Oversee construction projects from conception to completion.
Civil Superintendent
Railworks Track Systems
Deer Park, TX
07.2021 - 11.2023
- Duties included all civil work from ground up to finish base rock for new construction rail and some sidings done for Union Pacific in Odessa Texas
- Also all drainage pipe and French drains to ditching was done
- My crew started and finished countless projects for this company on time and with great precision
- Topcon GPS was used regularly for grade checking and I also maintained all GPS equipment on site.
- Supervised construction crew members in the performance of their duties.
- Identified potential risks associated with civil works projects and developed strategies to mitigate them.
- Inspected civil works for accuracy, completeness, and quality control.
- Tracked progress of all ongoing projects using excel software applications.
- Analyzed blueprints and schematics to plan sequence of operations effectively.
- Managed daily operational tasks such as scheduling meetings, assigning tasks.
- Trained employees in proper construction techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Oversaw construction projects from conception to completion.
Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman
Yates Construction
Philadelphia, MS
07.2020 - 07.2021
- My duties include operating GPS dozer to ensure grading was done on roadway and to help run crew
- I’ve helped complete a large section of HWY 49 south job there in Richland MS
- I also done tons of dress work after curbs were poured and drainage work.
- Operated bulldozers, backhoes, and excavators efficiently.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks and other materials with heavy equipment.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Carried out preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment.
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Used proper PPE to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions with traffic near highway's.
- Safely loaded and unloaded construction materials.
Heavy Equipment Operator 5 Yrs/ Civil Supervisor 2 Yrs
Shackelford Construction and Hauling
Yazoo City
03.2020 - 07.2020
- My duties include operating bulldozers, track hoes, front end loaders, and any other equipment that was asked of me to run
- I’ve helped build railroad pads, sit yards, ponds, and house pads
- Also stripped overburden for Martin Marietta limestone and granite sites located in Mill Creek Oklahoma
- I’ve been a supervisor for the past 2 yrs now.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Performed minor service on equipment and referred complicated mechanical issues to appropriate personnel.
- Carried out preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment.
- Completed routine inspections on vehicles.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Identified hazardous materials on job sites and took action to mitigate and enhance safety.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Followed blueprints and plans for accurate project completion.
- Coordinated with project managers to meet deadlines.
Heavy Equipment Operator
W. S. Red Hancock Inc.
Yazoo City
01.2007 - 03.2014
- My duties include operating bulldozers, track hoes, front end loaders, dirt pans, and any other equipment that was asked of me to run
- I also worked in the oil field building oil well pads, house sites, ride of ways, hot line digging, ditch digging, clearing land, and building ponds.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Carried out preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment.
- Performed minor service on equipment and referred complicated mechanical issues to appropriate personnel.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
Shift Manager
Cotton Producers Inc.
Yazoo City
11.2005 - 01.2007
- My duties include being shift manager of day and night shift, operating forklifts, and maintenance of the cotton gin.
- Directed and led employees and team members on effective operations, methods and procedures.
- Upheld company standards and compliance requirements for operations.
- Conducted daily shift meetings to review sales goals, safety issues, promotions, and other topics.
- Inspected work areas regularly for cleanliness and organization standards.
- Developed and maintained positive working relationships with staff, customers, and vendors.
- Prepared daily production reports and tracked performance metrics.
Labor Hand
American Citadel Company (Contracted under Mississippi Chemical)
Yazoo City
07.2005 - 11.2005
- My duties include being a labor hand at the AN plant, cleaning out train cars, and operating front end loaders.
- Maintained a neat workspace while adhering to safety regulations at all times.
- Removed debris from job sites manually or with the use of machines such as forklifts or front-end loaders.
- Assisted team members with maintaining orderly and clean workspaces.
- Maintained awareness of workplace hazards, diligently following department safety protocol.
- Collected debris from job sites for disposal purposes.
- Carried out routine checks on machines used at the site.
- Loaded IGAN materials onto train cars.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yazoo County High School
Yazoo City, MS05-2005
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Erosion Control
- Roadway Construction
- Project Planning
- Safety Auditing
- Job Planning
- Employee Training
- Status Reporting
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Material Tracking
- Submittals Coordination
- Time management abilities
- Interpreting Blueprints
- Reading Blueprints
- Relationship Building
- Flexible Schedule
References
- Steven Wolfe, 901-849-9439
- Tony Johnson, 662-590-5971
- Roy Miles, 318-374-0099
- Matt Sorcic, 314-704-5563
- Andrew Howell, 662-571-1261
- Darrin Pouncy, 214-763-4055
- Lester Miller, 251-231-8113
- Evan Hawkins, 940-447-1875
Timeline
Civil superintendent
Industrial rail and civil services
11.2023 - Current
Civil Superintendent
Railworks Track Systems
07.2021 - 11.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman
Yates Construction
07.2020 - 07.2021
Heavy Equipment Operator 5 Yrs/ Civil Supervisor 2 Yrs
Shackelford Construction and Hauling
03.2020 - 07.2020
Heavy Equipment Operator
W. S. Red Hancock Inc.
01.2007 - 03.2014
Shift Manager
Cotton Producers Inc.
11.2005 - 01.2007
Labor Hand
American Citadel Company (Contracted under Mississippi Chemical)
07.2005 - 11.2005
High School Diploma -
Yazoo County High School
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