Robert Powell
9 S Market St. APT 304
Petersburg,VA
Summary
Dynamic foreman with proven expertise at Southeast Connections LLC in crew leadership and safety compliance. Skilled in employee training and risk assessment, I fostered strong relationships with our customer and management, enhancing project execution to the best of my ability. Committed to optimizing workflows and maintaining high safety standards, I effectively adapted to challenges in fast-paced environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foreman
Southeast Connections LLC
05.2024 - Current
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
- Developed strong relationships with our customer, other contractors, and project managers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
Foreman
Miller Pipeline
05.2019 - 05.2024
- Supervised daily operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated task assignments among crew members to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Successfully mitigated risks associated with complex projects by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing appropriate contingency plans.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with our customer and other related project managers across other companies.
Delivery Driver
Schewels Furniture
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient warehouse workflows and timely order fulfillment.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols and proper equipment handling procedures.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
- Operated delivery vehicles while adhering to safety regulations and company policies.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
Cashier and Butcher
Food Lion
05.2014 - 12.2016
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer, ensuring balanced end-of-shift reports.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided exceptional service.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, adhering to strict sanitation regulations within the butcher's department.
Delivery Driver
Karobway Furniture
12.2011 - 04.2014
- Navigated local routes efficiently, ensuring timely deliveries to various customers.
- Implemented strategies to reduce delivery times while maintaining service quality.
- Maintained clean and safe vehicle, contributing to positive image of company.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Senior High School
Victoria, VA06-2010
Skills
- Crew leadership
- Attention to detail
- Company safety policies
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Equipment operation
- Workplace safety
- OSHA regulations
- Employee training
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Certification
- Electorfusion
- Butt Fusion
- Bottom-Out Compression Couplings
- Nonbottom-Out Compression Couplings
- Bolt-on Tapping Tee
- Stab Fitting
- Launch and/or Receive Internal Devices
- Locate Underground Pipeline
- Purging
- Squeeze Off
- Pressure Testing
- Tapping
- Recognize Abnormal Operating Conditions
- Excavation and Backfilling
- Temporary Isolation of Serve Line and Service Discontinuance
- Coating
- Pipeline Inspection
- Damage Prevention
- Visual Inspection of Installed and Buried Pipe and Components
Timeline
Foreman
Southeast Connections LLC
05.2024 - Current
Foreman
Miller Pipeline
05.2019 - 05.2024
Delivery Driver
Schewels Furniture
01.2017 - 05.2019
Cashier and Butcher
Food Lion
05.2014 - 12.2016
Delivery Driver
Karobway Furniture
12.2011 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Central Senior High School