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HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER
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Summary

For 20 years I worked as a Highway Maintainer for the Illinois Dep. of Transportation. My duties were varied from day to day but our main job was to keep the highways safe for the motoring public. This included pothole patching. mowing. snow removal, assisting local law enforcement during traffic accidents, stockpiling salt and other chemicals for snow removal and Supervising up to 14 men in their daily work. I was responsible for putting in the daily time, fuel tickets and billing all items bought at the local level. We were put on different jobs and expected to take charge and complete the task in a timely manner.

Skills
  • Traffic control
  • Safe machinery operation
  • Active listening
  • Safety procedures
  • Team building
Experience
Company Name | City, StateHighway Maintenance Worker06/1990 - 09/2010
  • Repaired roadway signs, fences and other structures.
  • Assisted with roadway projects and highway repairs by controlling traffic patterns.
  • Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety.
  • Cleared snow, ice and other debris from highways to maintain road safety.
Company Name | City, StateJuvenile Correctional Officer10/1987 - 05/1990
  • Maintained clear and open communications with all facility areas to support efficient and safe operations.
  • Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
  • Conducted internal security checks to ascertain inmate safety.
  • Apprehended escapees safely while following proper techniques.
  • Recommended further treatment strategies and diagnostic efforts for inmates.
  • Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
  • Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
  • Attended regular trainings and maintained appropriate certifications.
  • Safely transported inmates to and from work sites.
  • Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
  • Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Observed and directed inmates during recreation, visits, telephone and shower time.
  • Instructed inmates on work detail and oversaw work-site transportation.
  • Maintained records and logs of man hours, materials and equipment used.
  • Promoted safety, order and functionality of [Type] facility.
  • Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
  • Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
  • Maintained correct physical head count at all times.
  • Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
  • Maintained daily logs of shift activity.
Company Name | City, StateWelder01/1977 - 11/1986
  • Combined welding techniques, knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements to produce quality work.
  • Heated, formed and dressed metal parts with hand tools, torch and arc welding equipment.
  • Sustained safety protocols and promoted proper, cost-effective and accurate handling of equipment and materials.
  • Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning and welding processes.
  • Inspected grooves, angles and gap allowances with micrometer, caliper and precision measuring instruments.
  • Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges and combination square sand calipers.
  • Laid out, fitted and fabricated metal components.
  • Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
  • Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
  • Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
  • Created safety guards, angle iron and square tubing.
Company Name | City, StateCorrectional Officer09/1983 - 02/1984
  • Maintained clear and open communications with all facility areas to support efficient and safe operations.
  • Conducted internal security checks to ascertain inmate safety.
  • Observed and directed inmates during recreation, visits, telephone and shower time.
  • Maintained appropriate control, security and well-being over those detained.
  • Promoted rehabilitation of offenders and maintained safety of staff and residents.
  • Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
  • Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
  • Transported inmates to and from work sites with optimal security procedures.
  • Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
  • Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
  • Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
  • Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.
  • Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
  • Maintained records and logs of man hours, materials and equipment used.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of [Type] facility.
  • Maintained correct physical head count at all times.
  • Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
  • Maintained daily logs of shift activity.
  • Attended regular trainings and maintained appropriate certifications.
  • Maintained communications with staff and inmate body to maintain safe, effective prison environment.
Education and Training
Southeastern Illinois College | City, StateSome College (No Degree)
FFA Alumni

After retiring I have been involved in helping the local FFA by putting together a group of folks to build a FFA Alumni chapter in our county. We wanted to raise money to furnish scholarships to students that want to have a career in agriculture. I was elected president and served for 3 years. During this time we started an annual fish fry. It started out small but after three years we were serving just under 1600 meals. This allowed us to send FFA members to the national convention, attend conferences, and go to different judging shows. The program is still going on but has been curtailed due to COVID.

Gardening

I enjoy raising a big garden every year. It gives me time outdoors and also allows me the chance to give my produce away to folks that are unable to get out and do it.

County Chairman

In 1990 I was elected to be the Republican County Chairman for Gallatin County. During this time I dealt with the local committee and the state party. I sat in on several meeting with Gov. Edgar and his people and was allowed to give ideas on helping our area in jobs and transportation.

Summary

I am a life long resident of Gallatin County. My family has lived here for over a 150 years. My children have moved to larger communities to be able and find work. My Son Travis is a teacher at Marion Il and my Daughter Katie is a radiology tech at Evansville Indiana. I would love to see jobs come to our local area so the young people can stay and raise their families here.

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Southeastern Illinois College

Job Titles Held:

  • Highway Maintenance Worker
  • Juvenile Correctional Officer
  • Welder
  • Correctional Officer

Degrees

  • Some College (No Degree)

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