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William Welser IV

Kimball,MI

Summary

I am a highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. I have strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. I am proficient at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Construction Foreman

Cortis Brothers Trucking and Excavating
Marine City, MI
06.2018 - Current
  • Inspected construction sites to ensure safety regulations are met.
  • Coordinated the activities of workers engaged in all phases of construction projects.
  • Coordinated with other trades on-site for efficient scheduling to minimize interference between trades.
  • Developed work plans, assigned tasks and monitored progress to ensure timely completion.
  • Organized the storage of supplies, tools and equipment used in the course of construction activities.
  • Monitored the use of resources including personnel, materials, machines, tools and vehicles during project execution.
  • Directed workers in proper techniques for installation or repair of structures according to blueprints or specifications.
  • Performed hands-on work when necessary including manhole repairs, pipe installation, and general clean up of jobsites.
  • Enforced safety rules at all times to reduce workplace hazards for both employees and visitors.
  • Managed daily work assignments by delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
  • Read and followed blueprints when planning and implementing construction phases.
  • Communicated effectively with superintendents and workers alike, answering inquiries and questions and responding to complaints.
  • Performed work safely and effectively in precarious places such as trenches.
  • Maintained quality standards and monitored work for corrective action.
  • Reviewed documentation and safety materials and implemented work site procedures in accordance with regulations.
  • Assigned projects and tasks to employees based on competencies and specialties.
  • Assessed usage of equipment by crews to prevent accidents, damage and safety violations.
  • Reported to supervisors with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
  • Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
  • Monitored job site parts and equipment.
  • Managed workers at various experience levels in construction and restoration projects.
  • Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.

Head of Receiving

Menards
Lima, Ohio
10.2015 - 06.2018
  • Monitored inventory levels to identify potential shortages or excesses in stock.
  • Performed regular inspections on incoming shipments for quantity accuracy and quality control purposes.
  • Provided guidance to employees regarding company policies related to receiving operations.
  • Conducted regular audits of physical inventories to verify accuracy against system data records.
  • Developed strategies for improving efficiency in the receiving process.
  • Enforced safety regulations when handling hazardous material shipments according to OSHA standards.
  • Trained new staff members on proper methods for unloading trucks safely and efficiently.
  • Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels.
  • Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with fellow workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
  • Consistently met company and department objectives within time constraints.

Landscaper

Precision Care Lawn & Landscaping
China, MI
06.2013 - 08.2015
  • Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
  • Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
  • Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
  • Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
  • Inspected property for signs of damage or infestation from pests or weeds.
  • Installed water features such as fountains and sprinkler systems.
  • Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
  • Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
  • Built retaining walls using stones or bricks for stability purposes.
  • Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
  • Assisted in building decks and patios to create outdoor living spaces.
  • Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
  • Performed routine maintenance of irrigation systems including repairs when needed.
  • Participated in snow removal services during winter months.
  • Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
  • Repaired walkways with pavers or concrete blocks when needed.
  • Provided knowledgeable advice about plant selection for customers' landscapes.
  • Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
  • Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
  • Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
  • Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
  • Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
  • Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
  • Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
  • Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
  • Built pergolas, retaining walls, decks and large and small scale water features to enhance grounds.
  • Picked and chose new shrubs and plants according to bedding and sunlight.
  • Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
  • Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
  • Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
  • Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
  • Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
  • Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
  • Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.
  • Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
  • Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
  • Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
  • Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
  • Built or maintained greenhouses, fences or benches,
  • Set support stakes and attached wires from planted trees.
  • Winterized irrigation systems and restarted systems in spring.
  • Adjusted amount of water consumption using irrigation methods to prevent waste.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Mechanics

University of Northwestern Ohio
Lima, OH
06-2018

Skills

  • Safe Vehicle Operation
  • Customer Service
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Material Handling
  • Equipment Operation
  • Landscaping
  • Job Site Cleanup
  • Fertilizer Application
  • Basic Carpentry
  • Chemical Mixing
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Plumbing
  • Welding abilities
  • Scaffolding Setup
  • Team Collaboration
  • Job Site Safety
  • Attention to Detail
  • Machinery Maintenance
  • Willingness to learn
  • Asphalt Patching
  • Project Management
  • Safe Driving Record
  • Snow Removal
  • Vehicle Unloading and Loading
  • Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
  • Electrical understanding
  • Construction Techniques
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Time Management
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Class A CDL- willing to obtain any endorsements
  • Job Site Organization
  • Physical Strength
  • Recordkeeping abilities
  • Tree removal
  • Mechanical knowledge and ability to work on/ fix any equipment

Certification

  • CPR, First Aid, AED Certification
  • Class A CDL

Timeline

Construction Foreman

Cortis Brothers Trucking and Excavating
06.2018 - Current

Head of Receiving

Menards
10.2015 - 06.2018

Landscaper

Precision Care Lawn & Landscaping
06.2013 - 08.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Mechanics

University of Northwestern Ohio

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