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Joseph Saunders

New Bern

Summary

Diligent Supervisor with solid background in managing on-site operations and ensuring project timelines are met. Expert in coordinating teams and maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills in dynamic environments. Known for reliability and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality outcomes. Adept at leading teams, problem-solving, and maintaining high standards. Expertise in prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with 7 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

TFA /Site Supervisor

Gulf Turbine Services Mechanical and Welding
11.2023 - Current
  • Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
  • Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
  • Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
  • Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
  • Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
  • Conducted thorough quality assurance checks on completed work, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
  • Enhanced site safety by implementing strict safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
  • Improved employee morale through consistent leadership support, fostering a positive working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Reduced costs for the company through effective budget management and vendor negotiations.
  • Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
  • Maintained strong client relationships, providing regular updates on project progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Managed subcontractors effectively, monitoring performance and offering guidance as needed to ensure alignment with overall project goals.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments to proactively address potential issues, maintaining project timelines.
  • Oversaw quality control processes to uphold high standards of workmanship, exceeding client expectations.
  • Achieved high levels of client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and proactive communication.
  • Addressed and resolved onsite conflicts swiftly, maintaining positive and productive work environment.
  • Streamlined communication between architects, engineers, and construction teams, facilitating smoother project execution.
  • Supervised installation of critical infrastructure, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and standards.
  • Facilitated training programs for new hires, enhancing team skill sets and performance.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
  • Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
  • Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.

General Forman

Yates Construction Company
04.2022 - 10.2023
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
  • Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
  • Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
  • Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
  • Showcased exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected project challenges, rapidly adjusting strategies and reallocating resources to maintain progress and minimize delays.
  • Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
  • Collaborated with subcontractors for seamless coordination of work scopes, ensuring smooth project execution from start to finish.
  • Liaised between field engineers and trade workers align construction projects with drawings and specifications.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments before commencing projects, identifying potential challenges and developing contingency plans accordingly.
  • Prepared daily time cards and assisted in preparation of estimates and scope of work statements.
  • Planned each job with appropriate safety measures, addressing weight limits and fall protection.
  • Elevated team morale through the implementation of effective recognition programs that acknowledged outstanding individual contributions.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
  • Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
  • Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
  • Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
  • Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.

Superintendent

Gray and Becker constuction
05.2021 - 06.2022
  • Evaluated plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Oversaw complete construction process to maximize quality, cost controls and efficiency.
  • Managed projects by coordinating materials, inspections and contractor tasks.
  • Oversaw daily work of team using knowledge of local and national building codes for construction areas.
  • Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
  • Monitored construction schedule to deliver highest quality product on time and within budget.
  • Created and executed project plan and schedule, complying with budget and quality measures.
  • Recognized and enforced quality standards through daily inspection of construction sites.
  • Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
  • Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
  • Visualized project and plans to create and execute project schedule.
  • Coordinated and managed care, custody and control of project site.
  • Participated in procuring future projects, building client loyalty.
  • Met and worked with internal teams to recognize and discuss current and future needs.
  • Recommended improvement in work methods and techniques to correct maintenance deficiencies.
  • Traveled to project sites to accept long-term out-of-town assignments.
  • Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
  • Monitored job site parts and equipment.
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
  • Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
  • Recorded inspection and work order results in Procore system with attention to conditions found and remediation taken.
  • Inspected rigging and scaffolding for safety and reliability.
  • Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
  • Increased productivity by improving employee morale and cross-functional communications.
  • Conferred with senior management, owners, contractors and design professionals to discuss project goals and problem solve.
  • Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
  • Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.

General Foreman

NS welding
09.2019 - 05.2020
  • Followed rules and regulations to keep job sites safe for workers, contractors and visitors.
  • Reviewed blueprints and specifications prior to starting job to fully understand project scope.
  • Documented labor hours, crew attendance and individual performance.
  • Performed final walkthroughs of each job and prepared reports.
  • Delegated work to team members and checked for completion in compliance with company guidelines and customer needs.
  • Completed inspections of job sites to assess compliance with codes and design plans.
  • Estimated time, material and labor costs used in project plans.
  • Analyzed job sites to mitigate risks.
  • Recorded job supplies, parts, equipment and employee hours.
  • Directed fabrication of components needed for specific jobs.
  • Maintained trucks, safety kits, test equipment and supplies for tracking purposes.
  • Added log entries and wrote daily reports.
  • Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
  • Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Monitored job site parts and equipment.
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
  • Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
  • Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
  • Managed workers at various experience levels in construction and restoration projects.
  • Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
  • Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
  • Inspected rigging and scaffolding for safety and reliability.
  • Planned material and equipment needs to drive on-time delivery in concert with project schedule.
  • Conferred with senior management, owners, contractors and design professionals to discuss project goals and problem solve.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures and process improvements to align with company goals and objectives.
  • Rolled out new processes to achieve operational excellence.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Foreman

Thompson Construction Group, Inc
08.2018 - 01.2019
  • Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
  • Studied and understood blueprints and specifications before beginning work on projects.
  • Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
  • Determined safety risks associated with projects and implemented precautions to address risks.
  • Collaborated with construction foreman to establish and confirm task sequences and reinforcing requirements.
  • Led and mentored less-experienced ironworkers and assisted foremen in assigning work activities.
  • Managed and tracked materials and supplies needed for projects and expedited additional materials to avoid project delay.
  • Wrote and submitted detailed project reports and evaluated completed work via visual inspection to confirm safety and quality of work.
  • Assessed blueprints and specifications to determine aspects of project before work started.
  • Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
  • Encouraged workers to take precautions to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
  • Performed layout and set up blocking in mod footprint.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.

Ironworker/Rigger/Welder

American Industrial Construction
11.2016 - 08.2018
  • Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
  • Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
  • Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
  • Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
  • Completed minor touch ups with MIG welders.
  • Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
  • Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
  • Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
  • Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
  • Conducted x-ray, hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to verify weld quality and conformance to specification.
  • Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
  • Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
  • Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
  • Interpreted assembly drawings and specifications and proceeded with proper soldering as prescribed.
  • Studied technical documentation to determine project specifications and determine correct welding techniques.
  • Improved project completion time by managing multiple tasks using forklifts and other heavy equipment.
  • Maintained open communication with crane and other equipment operators to smoothly transport loads.
  • Coordinated structural and heavy lifts weighing up to 250,000 pounds with properly rigged equipment.
  • Safely and efficiently rigged steel members for connectors and pre-assembled bent sections.
  • Used bolts and clamps to attach pulleys and fix beams, ceilings and gin pole booms.
  • Signaled and verbally directed workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to protect workers and materials.
  • Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.
  • Sorted and erected steel, bolt-up and torque connections.
  • Planned and prepared rigging before performances and handled rigging changes during performances.
  • Unloaded materials and arranged in specific locations.
  • Conducted frequent safety evaluations on rigging equipment.
  • Reviewed and interpreted load charts and calculated weight.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.

Welder/Fabricator

Matrix Power
12.2016 - 06.2017
  • I was a stuctual welder carbon to carbon carbon to stainless stainless to stainless both stick and mug
  • Had to use cutting torch plasma torch gouging rig has to measure cut and fabricate all my own plates
  • Run all my own leads and cords and set up welders
  • Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
  • Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
  • Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
  • Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
  • Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
  • Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
  • Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
  • Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
  • Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry and welding techniques.
  • Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
  • Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
  • Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
  • Improved project completion time by managing multiple tasks using forklifts and other heavy equipment.
  • Created safety guards, angle iron and square tubing.
  • Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
  • Strengthened workflow by accurately welding various connection types.

Wheel Mechanic

B / All, United States Army
04.2010 - 11.2013
  • Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
  • Kept accurate and detailed records of equipment repairs, maintenance schedules, inventory used and labor hours required for each job.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
  • Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
  • Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
  • Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
  • Create, maintain, and enter information into databases
  • Set up and manage paper or electronic filing systems, recording information, updating paperwork, or maintaining documents, such as attendance records, correspondence, or other material
  • Repair and replace damaged or worn parts
  • Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects
  • Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency
  • Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings
  • Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices
  • Fabricate needed parts or items from sheet metal
  • Maintained all vehicles in motorpool
  • Did unscheduled and scheduled maintenance to all equipment
  • Specialized in the Kalmar RT240

Education

High School Diploma -

Ticonderoga Senior High School
Ticonderoga, NY
06.2009

Skills

  • Community relations
  • Program implementation
  • Presentations
  • Blueprint and schematic understanding
  • Employee discipline
  • Project coordination
  • Contractor management
  • Key decision making
  • Business Planning
  • Reporting
  • Quality standards
  • Job planning
  • Job site management
  • Operation Monitoring Customer and Personal Service
  • Operation and Control Quality Control Analysis
  • Critical Thinking Computers and Electronics
  • Engineering and Technology Complex Problem Solving
  • Judgment and Decision Making Time Management
  • Team supervision
  • Site coordination
  • Site safety
  • Field inspection
  • Subcontractor management
  • Project management
  • Quality assurance
  • Material procurement
  • Permit acquisition
  • Building codes

Additional Information

  • MILITARY SERVICE CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES , ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Certification

  • NCCER plus certified ironworker
  • NCCER plus certified rigger
  • Osha 30

Timeline

TFA /Site Supervisor

Gulf Turbine Services Mechanical and Welding
11.2023 - Current

General Forman

Yates Construction Company
04.2022 - 10.2023

Superintendent

Gray and Becker constuction
05.2021 - 06.2022

General Foreman

NS welding
09.2019 - 05.2020

Foreman

Thompson Construction Group, Inc
08.2018 - 01.2019

Welder/Fabricator

Matrix Power
12.2016 - 06.2017

Ironworker/Rigger/Welder

American Industrial Construction
11.2016 - 08.2018

Wheel Mechanic

B / All, United States Army
04.2010 - 11.2013

High School Diploma -

Ticonderoga Senior High School

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