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Robert Nightingale

Corning, OH,Ohio

Summary


Self-motivated Highway Maintenance Worker with experience in roadway engineering and repairs. Well-rounded individual with great eye for safety procedures and communication skills. Proven history of best-in-class work ethic and adaptability. Reliable Highway Maintenance Worker touting 7 years of expertise assisting with roadway projects and overseeing snow removal. A determined employee thrives in busy, pressurized situations. Offering basic maintenance and heavy machinery usage. Collaborative individual experienced providing emergency response and traffic control for busy stretches of roadway. Driven and dedicated Highway Maintenance Worker promoting skills in repair work, safe machinery oversight and grading. Holds multiple OSHA certifications. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Management position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

HT2 Highway Technician

ODOT
06.2020 - Current
  • Completed a class on "becoming a supervisor some day" via ODOT training program.
  • Worked as a HTES.
  • Operated The Mill for the paving crew.
  • Operated the low boy tractor and trailer to haul heavy equipment.
  • Operated tractor and tanker trailer for snow and ice operations.
  • Learned EXCEL program, and how to build spread sheets.
  • Self tracked liquid operations for Tanker by building my own spread sheet.
  • Have worked the last 3 seasons in Construction
  • Removed debris and snow and kept roadways and parking lots clear.
  • Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
  • Patched broken pavement for safe travel by dumping, spreading and tamping asphalt.
  • Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
  • Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
  • Filled potholes and smoothed out rough surfaces.
  • Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
  • Used flags to warn motorists about hazards, obstacles and workers ahead.
  • Completed attractive roadside landscaping through timely mowing, weed removal and new plantings to beautify local roadways.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

HT1 Highway Technician

ODOT
12.2015 - 06.2020
  • Worked as an HTES.
  • Operated the mill for the paving train.
  • Operated tractor and lowboy trailer(HEAVY HAUL) under permitted load.
  • Worked 3 seasons on the paving train.
  • Removed debris and snow and kept roadways and parking lots clear.
  • Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
  • Patched broken pavement for safe travel by dumping, spreading and tamping asphalt.
  • Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
  • Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
  • Filled potholes and smoothed out rough surfaces.
  • Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
  • Used flags to warn motorists about hazards, obstacles and workers ahead.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Spires Paving Inc
06.2009 - 12.2017
  • Supervised a preparation crew for paving train.
  • Operated paver for paving train.
  • Operated Mill for paving train.
  • Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
  • Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Documented equipment usage and maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
  • Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.
  • Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
  • Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
  • Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
  • Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
  • Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
  • Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
  • Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
  • Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
  • Checked equipment performance and made necessary repairs.
  • Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
  • Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
  • Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
  • Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
  • Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
  • Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.

Education

High School Diploma -

Westland High School
Galloway, OH

ACI Certification - Concrete Testing

American Concrete Institute
Columbus Ohio
01.2022

Commercial Drivers License - Tractor Trailer Driver

Midwest Driver Training Institute
Middletown Ohio
01.1994

Skills

  • Excel Program
  • GPS Navigation
  • Erosion Control
  • Work Zone Safety
  • Asphalt Paving
  • Snow Removal
  • Construction Estimating
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Material Sampling
  • Team Coordination
  • Quality Assurance
  • Roadway Maintenance
  • Traffic Control Management
  • Guardrail Installation
  • Pavement Inspection
  • Roadway Striping
  • First Aid Certification
  • Drainage System Maintenance
  • Surveying Assistance
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Bridge Inspection
  • Landscaping Maintenance
  • Problem Solving
  • Concrete Repair
  • Project Documentation
  • Hazardous Material Handling
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Interpersonal and Written Communication
  • Emergency Response
  • Road Repairs
  • Safety Procedures
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Traffic Control
  • Debris and Litter Control
  • Safe Equipment Handling
  • Pavement Markings
  • Debris Removal
  • Ditch Grading
  • Safe Machinery Operation

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory and personnel tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved a safer public roadway through effectively helping with removing hazards from Interstate right of ways.
  • Documented and resolved contractor issues which led to an organized response and a more efficient outcome for ODOT and contractor relationship.

Timeline

HT2 Highway Technician

ODOT
06.2020 - Current

HT1 Highway Technician

ODOT
12.2015 - 06.2020

Heavy Equipment Operator

Spires Paving Inc
06.2009 - 12.2017

High School Diploma -

Westland High School

ACI Certification - Concrete Testing

American Concrete Institute

Commercial Drivers License - Tractor Trailer Driver

Midwest Driver Training Institute

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