Steve Fifer, Sr
Foreman
Southaven,MS
Summary
Responsible Foreman with excellent project oversight, team management and blueprint interpretation skills coupled with more than 23 years of experience. Achieves project milestones and adheres to deadlines and quality standards.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foreman
Memphis Light, Gas, And Water
Memphis , TN
02.2021 - Current
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Maximized resource utilization and achieved production targets by managing day-to-day usage of department resources.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
Crew Leader- Gas Distribution
Memphis Light, Gas, And Water
Memphis , TN
05.2005 - 02.2021
- Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
- Supervised employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
- Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
- Pitched in to help with various job tasks, fill in for sick employees and complete projects.
- Analyzed Gas and Electric sketch jobs for completion
- Worked on Joint Trench Service jobs and fusing of PE pipe.
- Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
- Instructed crew members in safe work practices and methods to reduce work-related injuries.
Machine Operator
Memphis Light, Gas, And Water
Memphis , TN
10.2004 - 01.2005
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Provided 24 hour emergency services as needed
Utility Worker II
Memphis Light, Gas, And Water
Memphis , TN
08.2001 - 10.2004
- Kept work area clean, neat and well-stocked to maximize productivity.
- Completed daily maintenance tasks in record time to maximize productivity.
- Collected and disposed of trash and debris.
- Efficiently and safely operated machines after checking changing daily work orders.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Increased safety and efficiency through designing and adhering to detailed work schedules.
Utility Worker I
Memphis Light, Gas, And Water
Memphis , TN
01.1999 - 08.2001
- Kept work area clean, neat and well-stocked to maximize productivity.
- Completed daily maintenance tasks in record time to maximize productivity.
- Collected and disposed of trash and debris.
- Efficiently and safely operated machines after checking changing daily work orders.
Night-time Grocery Manager Assistant
Kroger
Memphis , TN
10.1996 - 01.1999
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
Stocker
Kroger
Memphis , TN
07.1990 - 10.1996
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking merchandise.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Tennessee Technology Center
550 Alabama StHigh School Diploma -
Overton High School
Memphis, TN06.1992
Skills
- Production Optimization
- Workplace Safety
- Blueprints and Schematics
- Materials Estimations
- Project Leadership
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Excel
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Safe Operating Procedures
- Residential and Commercial Projects
- Crew Scheduling
- Daily Reporting
- Equipment Safety Verification
Certification
2021- Frontline Leadership Development Program
- Foreman Development Program Training - 11/19/20
Timeline
Foreman
Memphis Light, Gas, And Water
02.2021 - Current
Crew Leader- Gas Distribution
Memphis Light, Gas, And Water
05.2005 - 02.2021
Machine Operator
Memphis Light, Gas, And Water
10.2004 - 01.2005
Utility Worker II
Memphis Light, Gas, And Water
08.2001 - 10.2004
Utility Worker I
Memphis Light, Gas, And Water
01.1999 - 08.2001
Night-time Grocery Manager Assistant
Kroger
10.1996 - 01.1999
Stocker
Kroger
07.1990 - 10.1996
No Degree - General Studies
Tennessee Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Overton High School
2021- Frontline Leadership Development Program
- Foreman Development Program Training - 11/19/20
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