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Juan Herrera

Dawsonville

Summary

Experienced Foreman with 8 years of construction background. Strong focus on safety, ensuring compliance with regulations and codes. Expertise in team management, coordinating workflows, and efficient resource allocation for project completion.

Dependable painter with several years of hands-on experience in commercial and industrial settings. Methodical and self-directed team player well-versed in both interior and exterior applications. Committed to providing superior service.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Bridge Foreman

Georgia Bridge and Concrete
08.2023 - Current
  • Monitored material use and replenished supplies to support project completion
  • Collaborated with project managers and architects on project plans
  • Interpreted project specifications, blueprints, and diagrams to understand job requirements
  • Completed crew timesheets, safety logs and expense reports
  • Conducted regular safety meetings with staff
  • Reviewed project progress reports and made necessary adjustments to meet deadlines
  • Maintained accurate records of completed work, material usage, and labor hours
  • Inspected ongoing work for quality control purposes.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Grizzle Grading and Escavating
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Greased and lubricated machinery to prevent equipment breakdowns
  • Inspected equipment for faults, breakages and repair needs before scheduling maintenance activities
  • Demonstrated sound judgment and initiative while working without supervision
  • Communicated and planned heavy machinery operations to avoid safety hazards during work
  • Drove and maneuvered equipment within confined spaces to deliver supplies to and from sites
  • Secured equipment to prevent damage or injury
  • Operated trucks and equipment with care and safety
  • Completed necessary paperwork related to equipment usage, maintenance records, and time logs
  • Logged site activities, safety incidents and maintenance needs for safety purposes.

Crane Operator

Scott Bridge
08.2020 - 01.2023
  • Implemented load charts to determine maximum weight capacity of each crane
  • Drafted and submitted daily lift report and inspection checklist
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations by shutting down crane or implementing necessary safety measures
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current with industry advancements and maintain certification requirements
  • Adjusted crane movements based on real-time feedback from ground crew or site supervisors
  • Communicated with crew members to coordinate material and equipment movement with focus on worksite safety
  • Communicated effectively with team members through hand signals, radio communication, or other established methods.

Painter, Laborer

Stone Creek Land Design
Dahlonega
02.2018 - 07.2020
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
  • Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
  • Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Cleaned walls to ensure proper adherence of paint.
  • Installed drywall panels in preparation for painting.
  • Measured and cut wood for window frames, door frames and moldings.
  • Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding and patching imperfections.
  • Maintained and organized painting supplies such as brushes, rollers, drop cloths, ladders, caulking guns, tape measures and sanders.
  • Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.

Lab Technician

Boehringer Ingelheim
11.2016 - 02.2018
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
  • Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
  • Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
  • Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
  • Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.

Production Lead

Gulmay Inc.
06.2015 - 06.2016
  • Increased customer satisfaction and grew business by maintaining close relationships with customers.
  • Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
  • Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
  • Coordinated project workflows for departments.
  • Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
  • Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
  • Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
  • Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
  • Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.

Education

Associate Of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology

ITT Technical Institute - Duluth
Duluth, GA
09.2016

Skills

  • Workplace Safety
  • Quality Control
  • Troubleshooting
  • Operational control
  • Equipment Operation
  • Materials Procurement
  • Engineering Specifications
  • OSHA enforcement
  • Safety Compliance
  • Construction management
  • Effective Communication
  • Crew Leadership
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Relations
  • Brush technique mastery
  • Primer application
  • Caulking and crack filling
  • Oil painting techniques
  • Team player
  • Customer needs assessment
  • Wall texturing
  • Relief painting
  • Construction site operations
  • Dependable
  • Floor preparation
  • Safety awareness
  • Brushing and rolling paint
  • Drywall installation
  • Excellent communication
  • Wall repair
  • Power and hand tools
  • Project plans and reports
  • Sprayer use
  • Paint sprayer operation
  • Quality assurance
  • Wall and surface repair
  • Scheduling
  • Surface repair techniques
  • Surface preparation
  • Effective multitasking
  • Tool cleaning
  • Painting equipment operation
  • Basic carpentry
  • Repairing wall surfaces

Military experience

Infantryman 2004 - 2009

Timeline

Bridge Foreman

Georgia Bridge and Concrete
08.2023 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator

Grizzle Grading and Escavating
01.2023 - 07.2023

Crane Operator

Scott Bridge
08.2020 - 01.2023

Painter, Laborer

Stone Creek Land Design
02.2018 - 07.2020

Lab Technician

Boehringer Ingelheim
11.2016 - 02.2018

Production Lead

Gulmay Inc.
06.2015 - 06.2016

Associate Of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology

ITT Technical Institute - Duluth
Juan Herrera