Construction Customer Service
Resume:
JOHN MYLES BYRD
Phoenix, AZ
*************@*****.***
SAFETY COORDINATOR
Dynamic leader with diverse experience in project safety management of construction, reconstruction and repair of
various project sites. Effective relating to multiple organizations and clients at all levels. Skilled in managing multiple
tasks, problem solving and implementing solutions. Demonstrated skill in meeting deadlines within demanding
environments. Solid background in staff training, supervision and development. Rapidly promoted due to superior work
performance. Exceptional customer service; Requested by customer site personnel to manage high profile assignments.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
MIDWEST TOWERS, Chickasha, OK 2003 to
PRESENT
Employee owned firm that specializes in the construction, reconstruction and repair of cooling towers. Manufacture and
supply components to over 85 cooling tower companies and contractors around the world.
Field Safety Coordinator (current position)
Accountable for project safety management including planning and coordinating site and contractor crews. Direct daily
safety meetings, hazard communications, and safety trainings. Conduct accident investigations and mitigation. Develop
and implement recommendations focused on improving efficiencies and cost control in areas encompassing site permits,
risk assessments, lock out/tag outs. Analyze and diagnose client’s operational structure. Write procedures for elevated
work practices and Arial lift procedures. Assess financial operating parameters and schedule progress. Develop and
implement improved internal controls. Inspect facilities; troubleshoot; identify actual and potential problem areas, and
implement solutions to ensure maximum safety. Draw on resource networks in related industries, agencies and
professional organizations to assist the client in meeting professional needs. Effectively manage time and multiple tasks
to consistently meet deadlines. Foster and maintain excellent staff, customer, and community relations.
Construction Superintendent (current position)
Responsible for construction budgets and financial results. Supervise team of up to 85 Midwest Towers employees.
Schedule and direct all construction crew functions including, but not limited to: man hours, HR, Logistics, schedule,
sub-contractor groups, quality assurance, estimates for work and inspections. Direct safe operation of boom trucks, man-
lifts, backhoes, and forklifts. Leadership role in pre-construction and safety meetings with multi-disciplined team and
executive level management.
Site Safety Officer
Managed high profile major construction site for Jim Bridger Power Plant. Complied with OSHA and ANSI oversight
teams (after an unrelated site worker fatality). Duties included, but not limited to: daily work permits, risk assessments;
lock out/tag out, critical lifts, elevated work. Conducted daily safety meetings, hazard communications and other safety
planning for 100 direct employees and 4 sub-contractors.
Construction Foreman
Reported directly to Construction Superintendent. Directed daily actions of crew as necessary to insure the project was
completed on time and on budget with the highest construction and safety standards.
Construction Repairman
Reported directly to Construction Foreman. Directed activities of portion of construction crew assigned to specific
portions of project. Specialties included, but not limited to: Mill-rite work, cement, crane, man-lift, industrial forklift,
backhoe, fiberglass construction, fiberglass molding, and carpentry/woodwork.
JOHN MYLES BYRD
Phoenix, AZ
*************@*****.***
NOTABLE PROJECTS:
• Led $6.9 million dollar repair/replace project at DOW Chemical Texas Operation (Free Port, TX)
62,000 man hours for Midwest Tower; 40,000 man hours for subcontractors
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7,000 man hours with 0 incidents
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1 first aid incident and 0 lost time
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• Conoco Phillips OK $1.6 million dollar project
3,600 man hours, 6 weeks timeline with 300 on-site employees
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Severe condition project with 0 safety incidents record
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Received highest safety marks from Conoco Phillips
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Developed new procedure for decking operation to meet increase in required safety standards for extreme
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weather conditions; saved project for Midwest Towers
• Pacific Ethanol
Site superintendent for 20 new tower builds (contract total 200 tower builds)
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• Tucson Electric and Power
5 year repair/replace maintenance contract
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EDUCATION AND MILITARY EXPERIENCE:
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY GPA 3.9 7
2012
Bachelors of Science
Occupational Safety and Health
UNITED STATES NAVY 1999 to 2003
US Navy Explosive Ordinance Logistics Officer
Service Member Occupational College
CREDENTIALS, CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES:
OSHA 30, 510, 500
ISO 14000
Certified Environmental Specialist
MSHA
BATC
TWIC
CPR/FIRST AID
Currently working on:
Hazwopper 40
MEMBERSHIPS:
American Society of Safety Engineers
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