Steven Putman
Caro,Michigan
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Office Assistant
State of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Caro, MI
05.2021 - Current
- Assisted with data entry and maintained records of customer information.
- Organized office supplies, materials and documents for staff use.
- Performed basic bookkeeping tasks such as filing invoices and preparing deposits.
- Prepared correspondence including memos, letters, emails and other documents.
- Updated databases with new contacts or changes in existing contact information.
- Provided administrative support to management team members as needed.
- Scheduled appointments for clients based on availability of staff resources.
- Offered diverse clerical support to office team members, managed correspondence, answered telephone calls and tracked documentation.
- Dispersed incoming mail to correct recipients throughout office.
- Answered telephones, directed calls and took messages.
- Completed work schedules, managed calendars and arranged appointments.
- Scheduled meetings and coordinated materials to be distributed to attendees.
- Monitored and directed work of lower-level clerks.
Resident Care Aide
State of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Caro, MI
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to residents.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the supervisor or nurse.
- Observed and documented changes in resident behavior.
- Responded promptly to requests from residents for assistance with activities of daily living.
- Encouraged socialization among residents through group activities, events, outings when applicable.
Site Foreman
Ryan Construction Services
Janesville, WI
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Organized and scheduled work crews to ensure efficient completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Provided technical assistance to workers in order to resolve complex problems.
- Collaborated with other supervisors and managers to coordinate activities between different trades or departments.
- Developed procedures for maintaining accurate records related to job assignments, timekeeping, inventory control.
- Coordinated activities with outside contractors such as architects, engineers, surveyors and inspectors.
- Ensured that jobsite materials were properly stored and handled in accordance with industry best practices.
- Maintained safe working environment by enforcing company policies and procedures regarding health, safety, environmental protection.
- Assisted in training new employees in proper techniques for operating equipment safely and efficiently.
- Resolved conflicts between personnel or between personnel and management when needed.
- Prepared daily reports summarizing progress on assigned tasks or projects.
- Determined resource needs including manpower requirements, materials estimates, tools and equipment lists.
- Conducted regular meetings with crew members to discuss progress updates, challenges encountered and solutions implemented.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved efficiency or alternate methods and materials selection.
- Performed regular inspections of tools and equipment used onsite; identified potential hazards and took appropriate action as necessary.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Conferred with senior management, owners, contractors and design professionals to discuss project goals and problem solve.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
- Managed workers at various experience levels in construction and restoration projects.
- Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
- Planned material and equipment needs to drive on-time delivery in concert with project schedule.
Construction Foreman
Putman Developing and demolition
Caro, MI
06.2014 - 03.2018
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in all phases of construction projects.
- Ensured that subcontractors adhered to contractual agreements, quality control standards and safety regulations.
- Coordinated with other trades on-site for efficient scheduling of materials delivery, labor force and equipment requirements.
- Developed work plans, assigned tasks and monitored progress to ensure timely completion of projects within budget.
- Maintained records such as daily time sheets, material orders, project costs and contractor information.
- Provided leadership by motivating crew members while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Monitored the use of resources including personnel, materials, machines, tools and vehicles during project execution.
- Prepared weekly reports detailing progress made on each project along with any potential problems that may arise.
- Performed hands-on work when necessary including demolition, carpentry, painting and drywall installation.
- Directed workers in proper techniques for installation or repair of structures according to blueprints or specifications.
- Enforced safety rules at all times to reduce workplace hazards for both employees and visitors.
- Controlled inventory levels by tracking usage rates against established goals and objectives.
- Managed daily work assignments by delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
- Kept track of supplies and materials to prevent inventory losses.
- Read and followed blueprints when planning and implementing construction phases.
- Assigned projects and tasks to employees based on competencies and specialties.
- Checked crew timesheets and logs for accuracy and submitted on schedule.
- Reported to superintendints with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Efficiently recorded and rejected incorrect deliveries of material to site.
- Oversaw plumbing, heating, ventilation and irrigation system projects, which included construction, maintenance and repair work.
Combat Engineer (12B)
US Army
Colorado Springs, CO
03.2011 - 06.2014
- Repaired damaged roads, bridges, and other infrastructure to ensure safe travel for military personnel.
- Conducted route reconnaissance operations to detect potential hazards or obstacles in the path of advancing forces.
- Built fortifications including bunkers and foxholes to provide protection from enemy fire.
- Assisted in the construction of airfields and landing strips for aircraft deployment.
- Performed demolition tasks using explosives to clear obstacles or demolish structures.
- Constructed defensive positions such as mine fields and barbed wire entanglements.
- Identified terrain features that could be used as natural barriers against enemy forces.
- Maintained records of all equipment used during missions including serial numbers and maintenance logs.
- Led teams of engineers in constructing temporary shelters for troops in hostile environments.
- Employed specialized tools such as metal detectors to locate landmines or unexploded ordnance.
- Reviewed blueprints prior to beginning a construction project to ensure accuracy of design specifications.
- Located and neutralized various types of mines and IEDs.
- Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units on Route Clearence. training.
- Conducted training to improve troops' abilities.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Iafratee Construction
Warren, MI
03.2008 - 02.2011
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- 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.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Identified hazardous materials on job sites and took action to mitigate and enhance safety.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
Heavy Equipment Operator
B&V Construction
Wixom, MI
01.2006 - 02.2008
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
Construction Laborer
Kniesel Construction
Wixom, MI
03.2004 - 01.2006
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations and guidelines.
- Unloaded trucks with supplies for construction projects.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment used onsite.
- Installed structures or fixtures using hand or power tools per plan drawings.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- I would layout roads and building pads in sub division construction using lasers and blueprints.
Apprentice Carpenter
Denn-Co Construction
Shelby Township, MI
06.2001 - 03.2004
- Installed drywall sheets and finished them with joint compound.
- Cut materials with power saws or routers following measurements and templates.
- Measured distances accurately using measuring tapes, squares and levels.
- Checked job sites regularly for hazards that could affect the safety of workers.
- Followed instructions from senior carpenters when performing tasks.
- Ensured that all tools were stored properly after use.
- Cleaned job site after work completion and disposed of debris in proper containers.
- Helped with movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
- Encouraged feedback from foreman and trade workers on site to incorporate suggestions into later work.
- Worked with journeyman carpenters in insulating offices to soundproof and control temperature.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
Carpenter
Rick Putman
Caro, MI
05.1994 - 06.2001
- I started working for my dad on the side jobs he would pick up, I would help him hang and finish drywall. we did this together until i graduated high school. Together we built two houses and framed many additions, or renovations. This is what started my love of carpentry.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
Education
Journeyman Operator - Construction Equipment Operation
Local 324 Apprentice Training Grounds
04.2007
Journeyman Carpenter - Journeyman
Local 687 Apprenticeship Training School
Detroit, MI03.2004
Some College (No Degree) -
ITT Technical Institute - Swartz Creek
Swartz Creek, MISome College (No Degree) - Health Management And Clinical Assistance
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZCertifacate -
Us Army Engineer Training Course
Fort Leonard Wood, MO07.2011
Skills
- Project Planning
- Database Management
- Bookkeeping
- Office Administration
- Prioritizing Work
- Office Management
- Schedule Management
- Strong Problem Solver
- Project Management
- Excel Spreadsheets
- Self-Starter
- Valid Driver's License
- Time Management
- Strategic Planning
- Labor Relations
Affiliations
- High School Wrestling coach at Caro High School.
- Run my own side Business hand carving and painting fishing lures.
Accomplishments
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on terror Medal
- Army Service Ribbon
Certification
- Journeyman Heavy Equipment Operator
- Journeyman Carpenter
Timeline
General Office Assistant
State of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
05.2021 - Current
Resident Care Aide
State of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
08.2019 - 05.2021
Site Foreman
Ryan Construction Services
03.2018 - 08.2019
Construction Foreman
Putman Developing and demolition
06.2014 - 03.2018
Combat Engineer (12B)
US Army
03.2011 - 06.2014
Heavy Equipment Operator
Iafratee Construction
03.2008 - 02.2011
Heavy Equipment Operator
B&V Construction
01.2006 - 02.2008
Construction Laborer
Kniesel Construction
03.2004 - 01.2006
Apprentice Carpenter
Denn-Co Construction
06.2001 - 03.2004
Carpenter
Rick Putman
05.1994 - 06.2001
Journeyman Operator - Construction Equipment Operation
Local 324 Apprentice Training Grounds
Journeyman Carpenter - Journeyman
Local 687 Apprenticeship Training School
Some College (No Degree) -
ITT Technical Institute - Swartz Creek
Some College (No Degree) - Health Management And Clinical Assistance
University of Phoenix
Certifacate -
Us Army Engineer Training Course
- Journeyman Heavy Equipment Operator
- Journeyman Carpenter
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