Tevita Poese
Summary
Dedicated General Laborer with solid industry background and strong work ethic. Managed operations of heavy and light equipment while excelling in quality control, machine troubleshooting, and time management. Committed to reducing costs and enhancing productivity through effective multitasking and quick learning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operator
PITCHER SERVICES
09.2020 - Current
- Apply all the disciplines of driving, rigging up, operating and rigging down equipment on location
- Supervised rig operations and enforced safety procedures to ensure compliance and safe working conditions
- Applied knowledge of drilling methods and operated drilling equipment to achieve operational objectives
- Executed operational tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment to support overall project progress.
- Performed routine checks on equipment to ensure it is safe and in good working conditions
- Take care of environment, people and maintain a list of all directional tools and survey equipment on site
Assistance Operator
PITCHER SERVICES
09.2020 - Current
- Assisted in disassembly, loading, unloading, and assembly of power plant and drilling equipment during land rig transfer activities to ensure safe and efficient rig operations
- Assisted management in establishing clear goals and actionable plans for assigned positions to align team efforts with organizational objectives
- Assisted in troubleshooting product/service performance in the field and resolving complaints
- Attend training courses to develop knowledge of company's key technologies as well as competitors' practice
- Participate in safety meetings and safety drills held on board
- Ensure good housekeeping in work areas
Duty Manager
Swissport Aviation
06.2018 - 09.2020
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
- Maintained and improved customer and company safety and quality standards, ensuring compliance and enhancing service delivery
- Coach and train all employees to effectively improve operations
- Managed and controlled staff assignments to optimize resource allocation and meet operational needs
- Ensure workforce adherence to company policies and procedures
- Hold daily briefings with all levels of management
- Coached and trained employees to enhance operational effectiveness and foster a culture of continuous improvement
- Maintain good relations with customers and airport authorities
Ramp Supervisor
Menzies Aviation
06.2014 - 06.2018
- Managed overseas ramp operations at international airports to ensure timely aircraft handling.
- Prepared team members for flight readiness
- Regulates employees' performance
- Monitored staff compliance with safety procedures and company policies.
Ramp Lead Agent
Menzies Aviation
06.2014 - 06.2018
- Loaded/unloaded bags for flights, ensuring timely departures
- Supervised agents on operational tasks
- Certified in towing/pushing out aircraft
- Operated ground equipment safely, contributing to overall safety standards
- Operates cargo loader and heavy machinery.
Forklift Driver
Forward Air Inc.
04.2011 - 10.2015
- Delivered quality customer service to enhance client satisfaction
- Taking care of customers' freight
- Operated forklift to transport materials within warehouse
- Executed loading and unloading of trailers to facilitate shipments
- Ensured cleanliness of work environment to promote safety
Education
Tonga College Atele
Haateiho, TongaSolano Community College
Fairfield, CASkills
- Drilling techniques
- Rig operations supervision
- Equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Operational efficiency
- Supervisory skills
- Team collaboration
- Strong communication skills
- Self-motivated
- Fast learner
- Research tools knowledge
Certification
- OSHA Certificate of Training: Hazard Communication (Hazcom) Training
- OSHA Certificate of Training: Fall Protection Training - Current
- OSHA Certificate of Training: Hand and Power Tool Safety Training - Current
- OSHA Certificate of Training: Hearing Conservation Training - Current
- OSHA Certificate of Training: Lock out / Tag out Training - Current
- OSHA Certificate of Training: Hydrogen Sulfide Training - Current
- OSHA Certificate of Training: Respiratory Protection Training - Current
- OSHA Certificate of Training: Lead-awareness Training - Current
- OSHA Certificate of Training: Asbestos Awareness Training - Current
- OSHA Certificate of Training: Heat Illness Prevention Training - Current
- OSHA Certificate of Training: 8 Hour Hazwoper Refresher Training - Current
- California Certified Drivers License: Class A License
- Electrical Hazard Communication Training
- Fire Protection and Emergency Response Training
- Fire Extinguisher Training
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training
- Pace Behavioral Driving Training
- Occupational Exposures to Respirable Crystalline Silica Training
References
- Fine Taufatofua, (925)381-1474, 1818 Gilbreth Road, Burlingame, CA, 94610
- Keith Kofutua, (650)509-9393, 3555 Hoover st, Redwood City, CA, 94063
- William Halai, (650)339-1217, 216 Linbergh st, San Mateo, CA, 94401
Timeline
Operator
PITCHER SERVICES
09.2020 - Current
Assistance Operator
PITCHER SERVICES
09.2020 - Current
Duty Manager
Swissport Aviation
06.2018 - 09.2020
Ramp Supervisor
Menzies Aviation
06.2014 - 06.2018
Ramp Lead Agent
Menzies Aviation
06.2014 - 06.2018
Forklift Driver
Forward Air Inc.
04.2011 - 10.2015
Tonga College Atele
Solano Community College