Greg Fields
Lyons
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Toombs County Landfill, excelling in strategic planning and operations management. Proven track record in budget management and employee development, fostering a high-performance culture. Skilled in heavy equipment operation and problem-solving, driving operational excellence while ensuring safety and compliance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Solid Waste / Equipment Operator
Toombs County Commissioner’s
06.2007 - 03.2025
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Operated heavy machinery to complete excavation and grading projects safely and efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate workflow and enhance project timelines on-site.
- Trained new operators in equipment handling procedures, safety protocols, and operational best practices.
- Led daily briefings to discuss project goals, equipment status, and task assignments among crew members.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
- Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Toombs County High School
Lyons, GaSkills
- Strategic planning
- Decision-making
- People management
- Operations management
- Project management
- Strategies and goals
- Employee development
- Budget management
- Hiring and retention
- Financial reporting
- Rules and regulations
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Facilities management
- Crew collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Coaching and mentoring
Additional Information
I grew up with my father with a career in residential plumbing. I would help my father to make extra income. I would perform tasks such as cutting pipe, hanging pipe, connecting pipes, soldering copper pipe, setting toilets, unclogging drains and other various tasks.
Timeline
Director of Solid Waste / Equipment Operator
Toombs County Commissioner’s
06.2007 - 03.2025
High School Diploma -
Toombs County High School