Zachariah Albert
Bayfield
Summary
Professional with solid background in engineering and field operations, prepared for this role. Skilled in terrain analysis, obstacle construction, and demolition techniques. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring consistent, reliable performance in dynamic environments. Known for problem-solving abilities and effective communication, contributing to mission success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Road Supervisor
Red Cliff Band Of Lake Superior Chippewa
02.2025 - Current
- Established positive rapport with team members through open communication channels, fostering an environment of teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
- Collaborated with other supervisors to ensure consistent communication and adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for improvement as well as recognizing outstanding contributions.
- Cultivated a strong sense of accountability among team members by setting clear expectations for job performance.
- Supported overall department goals by maintaining accurate records of personnel, equipment, and work completed.
- Improved road safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying areas requiring maintenance or repair.
Substitute Custodian
Bayfield School District
12.2024 - Current
- Improved school cleanliness by performing thorough and regular custodial duties, including sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing surfaces.
- Increased efficiency by properly organizing janitorial supplies and equipment, ensuring easy access when needed.
- Maintained an orderly appearance of outdoor spaces such as sidewalks and entryways by sweeping debris and removing snow when necessary.
- Aided in maintaining well-functioning facilities by reporting any necessary repairs or malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
Commercial Fisherman Deckhand
Halvorson Fisheries
04.2022 - 10.2024
- Continuously improved personal skills and knowledge in the fishing industry by seeking feedback, learning from experienced crew members, and staying current with industry trends.
- Maintained efficient gear deployment for optimal fish harvesting results.
- Collaborated effectively with diverse groups of crew members from various backgrounds, fostering teamwork in pursuit of shared goals.
- Facilitated smooth unloading process at port, coordinating efforts with dockworkers for a quick turnaround time.
- Demonstrated adaptability during unexpected changes in workload or weather conditions, swiftly adjusting priorities while maintaining focus on safety.
- Reduced equipment downtime, repairing fishing gear as needed to maintain productivity.
- Managed daily vessel operations efficiently, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks.
- Contributed to vessel maintenance tasks such as painting, chipping rust, or minor repairs, ensuring proper upkeep for continued operation.
- Examined fish to check for defects or signs of ill health and released substandard catches back to water.
- Sorted and cleaned fish and stored in refrigerated or ice-filled holds to prevent spoilage.
Volunteer Firefighter
Bayfield Fire Department
02.2021 - 02.2024
- Enhanced teamwork among the crew by participating in regular training sessions, drills, and exercises.
- Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during emergencies.
- Assisted in reducing property damage during fires with strategic placement of ladders, hoses, and other firefighting equipment.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Strengthened firefighter skills through ongoing professional development opportunities such as attending workshops or conferences related to the field.
School Bus Driver
Jr Motor Works
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
School Bus Driver
Viking Motors
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
- Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Assisted in emergency preparedness drills, demonstrating appropriate evacuation procedures to students and staff members.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
Combat Engineer
US Army
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Contributed to overall mission effectiveness through seamless collaboration with other military units and supporting elements.
- Conducted ground reconnaissance for roads, bridges and tunnels and reported findings to commander.
- Conducted vital demolition operations to neutralize enemy assets while minimizing collateral damage.
- Ensured optimal performance of communication systems during operations, enabling effective command and control processes.
- Operated multiple types of heavy equipment to prepare roads, runways and bunkers.
- Conducted route clearance operations to enhance safety of military and civilian personnel.
- Enhanced mission effectiveness by training team members in use of specialized combat engineering equipment.
Wildland Firefighter
Bureau Of Indian Affairs
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Enhanced wildfire containment by coordinating and executing strategic fireline construction.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
- Optimized firefighter performance through active participation in daily physical training sessions designed to maintain endurance levels.
- Improved crew safety through diligent hazard assessment and risk management during incidents.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
Civil Engineer Aid
Bureau Of Indian Affairs
06.2013 - 05.2017
- Conferred with engineering staff and other personnel to identify and resolve problems with design or implementation.
- Conducted detailed site investigations to identify potential issues and develop appropriate remediation strategies.
- Performed routine training and attended special events to enhance job knowledge and skills.
- Collaborated with civil technicians to gather project equipment and update maps, drawings, and blueprints.
Combat Engineer
Army National Guard WI
01.2013 - 05.2017
- Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
- Increased unit proficiency by leading rigorous training exercises in demolitions, mine warfare, and obstacle construction.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Located mines through both visual means and use of mine detectors, neutralizing all enemy threats and booby traps.
- Assured mission success with accurate reconnaissance reports on enemy positions, terrain features, and obstacles.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN08-2026
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Team leadership
- Traffic management expertise
- Fleet management expertise
- Heavy equipment operation
- Time management mastery
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Roadway maintenance techniques
- Road construction experience
- Concrete repair methods
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Route planning
- Professionalism
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Class ABC CDL with School Bus and Passenger Endorsments
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Road Supervisor
Red Cliff Band Of Lake Superior Chippewa
02.2025 - Current
Substitute Custodian
Bayfield School District
12.2024 - Current
Commercial Fisherman Deckhand
Halvorson Fisheries
04.2022 - 10.2024
School Bus Driver
Jr Motor Works
09.2021 - 04.2022
Volunteer Firefighter
Bayfield Fire Department
02.2021 - 02.2024
School Bus Driver
Viking Motors
01.2020 - 09.2021
Combat Engineer
US Army
05.2017 - 12.2019
Wildland Firefighter
Bureau Of Indian Affairs
05.2015 - 05.2017
Civil Engineer Aid
Bureau Of Indian Affairs
06.2013 - 05.2017
Combat Engineer
Army National Guard WI
01.2013 - 05.2017
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Purdue University
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