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Sylvester Bowers

Jackson,TN

Summary

Looking for a long term place to work where I can grow and advance in the company. I would like to flourish and become an intricate part in the future of the company.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Foreman

Tri State Guardrail
11.2018 - 03.2023
  • Reading of plans and schematics
  • Layout of Highway Guardrail
  • Handling and installing all of the materials for guardrail installation
  • Loading and unloading materials on a flat-bed truck and/or trailer by hand, digging holes, using power tools, etc
  • Operation of Post Pounder/Driver Truck
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Addressed issues with employees and customers to manage healthy conflict resolutions.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.

Dump Truck Driver

delta constructors
02.2017 - 11.2018
  • I drive a dump truck to pick up loads such as gravel,sand,and dirt and dump load at prefers places.
  • Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
  • Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.
  • Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water.
  • Maneuvered diverse vehicles on lots with obstacles and limited space.

STACKER

PACKER, DRAKE SAWMILL
10.2016 - 03.2017
  • Stacked wood on pallets for customers
  • Cut wood with chainsaws and axes
  • Packed orders for shipping and receiving
  • I had to keep work area clean periodically to keep work area safe
  • Mods-Solar Panles
  • Stacked finished cases on pallets according to customer requests.
  • Identified and removed products that did not meet quality control standards.
  • Inspected final packaging to certify fit to customer specifications.
  • Operated formers, stretch wrappers and tape machines to package items.
  • Restocked lumber and building materials to maintain adequate supply for customers.
  • Maintained appearance of yard and racks by disposing of trash and debris and keeping stock organized.
  • Demonstrated highest level of ethical conduct when dealing with customers, team members and management.
  • Operated forklift, payloader and railcar mover with focus on precision and safety.
  • Mastered lumber grades and types and optimal applications and helped customers make lumber decisions for building projects.

MCCARTHY BUILDING CO
07.2016 - 10.2016
  • Open and unpack boxes with solar panels inside
  • Inspected solar panels for damaged panels for quality
  • Placed solar panels in the ground
  • I had to keep work area clean periodically to keep work area safe
  • Pg
  • 2

COATER OPERATOR

WISMARQ
06.2012 - 02.2015
  • I operated the machine that painted metal coils
  • I mixed paint in 50 gallon drums before every order
  • I also changed rollers to make sure the quality of the product was good
  • I cleaned pans, tubs, and pumps to keep work environment safe and healthy
  • Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
  • Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
  • Determined paint flow, viscosity and coating quality using visual inspections and viscometers.
  • Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes.
  • Turned dials, handwheels, valves or switches to regulate conveyor speeds, machine temperature, air pressure and circulation.
  • Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
  • Filled hoppers, reservoirs and pans with material used to coat, paint or spray using conveyors or pails.
  • 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.

Coater Room Operator

Wismarq Corporation, Cable
02.2012 - 06.2012
  • Changed oil and replaced oil and air filters on automobiles
  • Flushed radiators
  • Worked on starters and alternators
  • Replaced batteries
  • Able to perform testing, diagnosis and repair on batteries charging, starting, and electrical accessories for all makes and models
  • Underground
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Filled hoppers, reservoirs and pans with material used to coat, paint or spray using conveyors or pails.
  • Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
  • Turned dials, handwheels, valves or switches to regulate conveyor speeds, machine temperature, air pressure and circulation.
  • Determined paint flow, viscosity and coating quality using visual inspections and viscometers.
  • Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
  • Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.

Underground Utility Technician

West Tennessee Utilities
02.2006 - 04.2012
  • Buried co-axel/fiber optic cable at customers homes/businesses
  • Can Bore (underground) streets, roads, driveways, and sidewalks
  • Can use drill stems
  • Can locate power lines, communication lines, water and sewer lines
  • Can insert riser guards
  • Observed operation of water pumps, electric motors and chemical feed machines by reading various charts, graphs, gauges and meters.
  • Manually operated water utility filters, pumps, valves, sludge systems and chemical feed systems.
  • Used hands or valve operating machines to open and close main valves to perform water main extensions or repairs.
  • Answered public questions, concerns and complaints and documented resolution of problems.
  • Fulfilled work orders to cut on and cut off service.
  • Installed, inspected and repaired Type pumps and Type piping systems.
  • Installed wiring, cabling and networking hardware on customer premises.
  • Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.
  • Performed preventive maintenance of telecommunications equipment.
  • Coordinated installation of new users and relocations of existing users.
  • Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
  • Diagnosed and resolved complex integrated customer issues for implementation, add-on, maintenance and support of voice, data, VoIP, and CTI applications.

Education

Diploma - Mathematics

SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL
Jackson, TN
05.1996

Skills

  • Brake repair
  • Oil change
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Automotive repair
  • Tire service
  • Backhoe operation
  • Flatbed
  • Lawn care
  • Mechanic experience
  • Certifications and Licenses
  • F class
  • August 2018 to Present
  • Additional Information
  • Can operate a fork lift
  • Can operate Genie Boom
  • Can operate a scissor lift
  • Can operate a 50 ton crane
  • Can a end matcher saw
  • Can operate a 410 sx Ditch witch
  • Can operate a Vermer
  • I am a dependable worker
  • I work well with others
  • I am great with tools and using my hands
  • I can do mechanical work on automobiles
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Commercial Construction
  • Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
  • Monitor Safety Procedures
  • Physical Strength and Stamina
  • Safety Program Compliance
  • Site Inspection
  • Protective Equipment Knowledge
  • Self Control and Integrity
  • Ladder Work
  • Piping Execution
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Electrical Maintenance and Repair
  • Attention to Detail
  • Manufacturing and Distribution
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Foreman Briefing
  • Quality Control

Timeline

Foreman

Tri State Guardrail
11.2018 - 03.2023

Dump Truck Driver

delta constructors
02.2017 - 11.2018

STACKER

PACKER, DRAKE SAWMILL
10.2016 - 03.2017

MCCARTHY BUILDING CO
07.2016 - 10.2016

COATER OPERATOR

WISMARQ
06.2012 - 02.2015

Coater Room Operator

Wismarq Corporation, Cable
02.2012 - 06.2012

Underground Utility Technician

West Tennessee Utilities
02.2006 - 04.2012

Diploma - Mathematics

SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL

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