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
Ancramdale, NY
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
Copake, NY
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
Hillsdale, NY
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
Copake, NY
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
Craryville, NY
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
New York, NY
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