William Sheffield
Cochran,GA
Summary
Dynamic foreman with proven expertise at Asplundh Tree Expert, excelling in crew leadership and workplace safety. Enhanced safety standards through rigorous training and audits, significantly reducing hazards. Skilled in equipment operation and effective communication, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations while fostering teamwork and collaboration in high-pressure environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foreman- Tree Service
Asplundh Tree Expert
Eastman, GA
01.2019 - Current
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Elevated safety standards, conducting regular training sessions and safety audits.
- Reduced potential hazards by identifying and removing damaged or diseased limbs promptly.
- Safeguarded surrounding property with careful planning and attention to detail during tree removal projects.
- Prepped trimming tools by sharpening shears, grinders, and saw teeth.
- Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.
Cell Phone Tower Maintenance
Southern Tower Services
Chester, Ga.
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with clients to select optimal color schemes and finishes, resulting in visually appealing spaces.
- Upgraded technology infrastructure by installing fiber optic lines as well as power supply units at cell sites to improve overall network performance.
- Collaborated with engineers to optimize site designs, resulting in more efficient tower installations.
- Increased safety by performing routine maintenance tasks on climb assist systems, fall protection equipment, and other essential gear.
- Performed tower construction at heights of Number feet while maintaining focus on safety.
Professional Painter
True Colors
Eastman, GA
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Ensured proper maintenance of tools and equipment, prolonging their lifespan and reducing replacement costs over time.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to industry best practices and safety guidelines.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
Assembly Line Worker
Husqvarna
McRae, Ga.
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
- Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere, fostering strong relationships with colleagues while maintaining professionalism and focus on tasks at hand.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
Skills
- Crew leadership
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Workplace safety
- Equipment operation
- OSHA regulations
- Safety policies and procedures
- Employee training
- Production and processing
- Timesheet review
Certification
CPR/First Aid
Medical Card
Timeline
Foreman- Tree Service
Asplundh Tree Expert
01.2019 - Current
Cell Phone Tower Maintenance
Southern Tower Services
01.2019 - 01.2021
Professional Painter
True Colors
01.2017 - 01.2019
Assembly Line Worker
Husqvarna
01.2015 - 01.2017