Willliam Baker III
Ancramdale,NY
Summary
Reliable Highway Maintenance Worker touting 19+ years of expertise assisting with roadway projects and snow removal. A determined employee that thrives in busy, pressurized situations. Offering a background in road sign installation, equipment and truck maintenance and repair as well heavy machinery usage.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
MEO
Town Of Ancram
08.2022 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- 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.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Reduced roadway hazards by performing thorough debris removal and maintaining clear drainage systems.
- Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
- Enhanced road conditions through efficient pothole repair, guardrail installation, and pavement maintenance.
- Assisted with emergency response efforts during natural disasters or accidents affecting highways within assigned region.
- Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
- Diagnosed and repaired mid size and other gas operated vehicles.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles and heavy equipment
Mechanic Shop Foreman
Town Of Copake
07.2014 - 08.2022
- Established relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery of quality parts at competitive prices.
- Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Managed materials inside shop and at job locations.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Diagnosed and repaired mid size and other gas operated vehicles.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Maintained safe working conditions by adhering to all established safety guidelines while operating heavy machinery.
- Reduced traffic disruptions through timely and accurate plowing of roads during winter storms.
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
- Operated heavy machinery proficiently for tasks such as grading, snow removal, and vegetation management along highways.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Reduced roadway hazards by performing thorough debris removal and maintaining clear drainage systems.
- Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
- Enhanced road conditions through efficient pothole repair, guardrail installation, and pavement maintenance.
- Assisted with emergency response efforts during natural disasters or accidents affecting highways within assigned area.
- Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
- Repaired signs and fences quickly to avoid accidents and mishaps.
- Graded dirt roads and topped with materials based on road needs
MEO
Town Of Hillsdale
04.2005 - 07.2014
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
- Operated heavy machinery proficiently for tasks such as grading, snow removal, and vegetation management along highways.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Reduced roadway hazards by performing thorough debris removal and maintaining clear drainage systems.
- Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
- Enhanced road conditions through efficient pothole repair, guardrail installation, and pavement maintenance.
- Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
- Supported traffic flow management during construction projects by setting up proper signage and traffic control devices.
- Assisted with emergency response efforts during natural disasters or accidents affecting highways within assigned area.
- Removed debris and snow and kept roadways and parking lots clear.
- Maintained safe working conditions by adhering to all established safety guidelines while operating heavy machinery.
- Reduced traffic disruptions through timely and accurate plowing of roads during winter storms.
- Graded dirt roads and topped with materials based on road needs
- Diagnosed and repaired mid size and other gas operated vehicles.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles and heavy equipment
Maintenance Manager/ Head of Security
Camp Waubeeka/ Morgan RV Resorts
04.2008 - 03.2012
- Serviced and repaired equipment and vehicle's as needed.
- Cleared new sites.
- Reduced safety risks with timely removal of hazardous trees and limbs.
- Maintained grounds, repaired buildings (plumbing, electrical, light carpentry).
- Oversaw safety of guests, employees and and assets by enforcing and regulating security policies and procedures.
- Monitored facility security for guest and personnel safety.
- Assisting customers to assigned site.
Owner/Operator
Baker’s Provisions
04.2003 - 10.2011
- Managed business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
- Enhanced vehicle longevity with regular maintenance checks and repairs as needed.
- Maintained accurate delivery records, ensuring all packages were accounted for and delivered to the correct recipients.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon delivery of goods.
Delivery Driver/Supervisor
PHS Ship Supply
06.1995 - 04.2003
- Managed multiple deliveries simultaneously, maximizing efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism throughout interactions with both restaurant staff members and customers.
- Provided excellent customer service by being friendly and courteous during interactions to increase satisfaction.
- Navigated efficiently through various routes for timely food deliveries.
- Followed traffic laws during delivery for safety of pedestrians and other vehicles.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering orders promptly and accurately.
- Verified orders prior to completing deliveries to avoid customer complaints.
- Kept delivery vehicle clean and neat to maintain company's professional reputation.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints or concerns regarding late or missing deliveries.
- Addressed issues and resolved customer complaints to establish trust and reliability.
- Setup maintenance and repairs to company vehicles..
- Assisted in packing and loading food orders in delivery vehicle to fastrack process and maintain freshness.
- Operated delivery vehicles safely and efficiently.
- Determined best routes for driving to customer sites, accounting for such factors as weather and road construction.
- Setup and managed delivery driving routes for myself and another drive.
Education
High School Diploma -
Troy High School
Troy, NY09.1998
Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Problem Resolution
- Workload prioritization
Additional Information
I am a 32+ year member of the Craryville Fire Company. I have held ranks of Lieutenant, 2nd Assistant Chief, 1st Assistant Chief and served as Chief for 22 years for the Fire District. I most recently stepped down as Chief in January 2024 and took on the roll of Safety Office. I have also served as in-house officer as Director for 29 years and still hold that office as well as President of the Fire Company.
Timeline
MEO
Town Of Ancram
08.2022 - Current
Mechanic Shop Foreman
Town Of Copake
07.2014 - 08.2022
Maintenance Manager/ Head of Security
Camp Waubeeka/ Morgan RV Resorts
04.2008 - 03.2012
MEO
Town Of Hillsdale
04.2005 - 07.2014
Owner/Operator
Baker’s Provisions
04.2003 - 10.2011
Delivery Driver/Supervisor
PHS Ship Supply
06.1995 - 04.2003
High School Diploma -
Troy High School