Thomas Schnebly
17623 N 134th Ave
Summary
With a proven track record at the Arizona Department of Transportation, I excel in heavy equipment operation and traffic control management, ensuring safety and efficiency. My leadership and collaboration skills were honed in high-pressure environments, significantly enhancing road safety and team productivity. Demonstrated expertise in maintaining high work standards across diverse roles.
Professional with high standards and strong background in highway maintenance. Proven ability to handle road repairs, operate heavy machinery, and ensure safety protocols. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability to changing conditions, consistently delivering quality results. Skilled in asphalt paving, concrete work, and traffic management, with focus on maintaining infrastructure integrity.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Highway Maintenance Worker III
Arizona Department of Transportation
07.2016 - Current
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and procedures during daily tasks.
- Operated heavy machinery proficiently for tasks such as grading, snow removal, and vegetation management along highways.
- Reduced roadway hazards by performing thorough debris removal and maintaining clear drainage systems.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while collaborating with colleagues, supervisors, and external contractors on various projects.
- Enhanced road conditions through efficient pothole repair, guardrail installation, and pavement maintenance.
- Contributed to team success by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work standards.
Fuel Hauler
Petroleum Wholesale
03.2015 - 03.2016
- Handled emergency situations effectively, such as rerouting shipments or arranging alternative transport solutions when needed.
- Enhanced fuel delivery efficiency by implementing optimal routing and scheduling strategies.
- Trained new hires on company policies, safety protocols, and best practices in fuel hauling operations to maintain a high standard of service across the team.
- Reduced transport costs through effective coordination of vehicle maintenance and proactive route planning.
Vacuum Truck Operator
Southwest Envirotec
09.2011 - 03.2015
- Improved company reputation by providing exceptional customer service during all interactions with clients.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by properly disposing of waste materials collected from job sites.
- Ensured operational readiness of vacuum trucks before deployment, conducting thorough pre-trip inspections.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex jobs, promoting a positive work environment.
- Maintained company equipment inventory, ensuring sufficient supplies were available for each project''s completion without delays.
- Maximized productivity by accurately completing required paperwork, including timesheets, service reports, and incident logs.
Police Officer
City of Las Cruces Police Department
05.1991 - 06.2011
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Swat Team Leader for seven years.
- Firearms instructor for seventeen years
0341 Infantry Mortarman
USMC Camp Lejuene
05.1986 - 03.1990
- Developed strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor for junior Marines in both technical proficiency and military values.
- Participated in joint operations with allied forces, showcasing effective collaboration to achieve common objectives.
- Optimized mission success by employing camouflage techniques to conceal mortar positions from enemy detection.
- Bolstered mission readiness with thorough inspections of personal protective gear, weapons, and communications equipment prior to deployment.
- Squad leader 3.5 years
Education
High School Diploma -
Las Cruces High School
Las Cruces, NM05-1985
Skills
- Drainage system maintenance
- Work zone safety
- Safe machinery operation
- Safe equipment handling
- Road repairs
- Traffic control management
- Power tool proficiency
- Heavy equipment operation
- Class A cdl with tanker and hazmat endorsements
Timeline
Highway Maintenance Worker III
Arizona Department of Transportation
07.2016 - Current
Fuel Hauler
Petroleum Wholesale
03.2015 - 03.2016
Vacuum Truck Operator
Southwest Envirotec
09.2011 - 03.2015
Police Officer
City of Las Cruces Police Department
05.1991 - 06.2011
0341 Infantry Mortarman
USMC Camp Lejuene
05.1986 - 03.1990
High School Diploma -
Las Cruces High School
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