Durwood Deese
Dodson, LA *****
ad21co@r.postjobfree.com
Work History
July 2022 - Current
IEA - Construction - Travel
Foreman
Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
Monitored usage of supplies and materials to establish cost effective operations.
Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance.
Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
Addressed issues with employees and customers to manage healthy conflict resolutions.
Conducted every day meetings with employees to discuss safety issues, status and development.
Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
Developed and implemented new procedures to increase productivity and constructiveness.
Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
August 2019 - August 2022
Mortenson - Travel
Lead Technician
Mentored junior technicians in maintenance, repair and reporting duties.
Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining, and motivating employees.
Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees.
Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
August 2014 - August 2018
Weyerhaeuser - Dodson, LA
Warehouse Associate
Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
Worked safely around moving machinery.
Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
August 2004 - August 2014
DIRECTV - Jonesboro, LA
Installer/tech Supervisor
Lead team of Number Type personnel focused on Area.
Formulated plans for improving procedures, training and processes.
Calibrated, maintained and operated equipment for maximum performance.
Produced documentation on latest updates as well as reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Allocated resources for optimum coverage and effectiveness.
Investigated system issues and implemented resolutions to reduce downtime.
Maintained authoritative knowledge through continued education and ongoing training.
Monitored employee tasks to gauge business functions and inefficiencies.
Recommended technology upgrades to improve client security.
Certifications
SAP
OSHA 10
OSHA 30
CPR
TSL high angle rescue
AED
Forklift
Skidsteer
Excavator
Cutting torch