Adam Williams
Emporia
Summary
Seasoned equipment operator with an eye for detail, safety and efficiency. Experience in working in high traffic environments with a proven safety record. Drive and determination to see a task is carried out above standards and within deadlines required. Have team building skills and management training. Overall I am a dedicated trustworthy and punctual employee looking for a career move in my hometown.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Butcher
Spiveys Market
Emporia
01.2023 - Current
- Prepared and cut various meats to customer specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and equipment.
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided cooking advice.
- Operated meat processing machinery safely and efficiently.
- Trained new staff on proper butchering techniques and safety practices.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure product availability and freshness.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline daily operations and workflows.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and enhance shopping experience.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas to maintain health standards.
- Cut meat efficiently by breaking product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.
- Operated slicers, grinders and other butcher shop equipment safely.
- Weighed, wrapped, labeled, priced, and displayed merchandise for sale.
- Assisted customers with special orders or requests for certain cuts of meat.
- Complied with federal, state and local sanitation regulations and department procedures.
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures for handling meat products.
- Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed at all times while preparing food.
- Received and processed customer orders for meat products.
- Stocked shelves with freshly cut meats for customers to purchase.
- Monitored temperature levels in refrigeration units throughout the day.
- Inspected meats for quality assurance before selling them to customers.
- Disposed of expired meats in accordance with food safety regulations.
- Prepared cuts of beef, pork, veal, lamb and poultry to customer specifications.
- Followed emergency procedures in event of workplace accidents.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions about product selection.
- Processed sides of beef, whole pigs, chickens and other animals to separate into individual cuts.
- Used sizing guidelines to cut meat products and arrange pieces in trays.
- Identified perishable inventory nearing expiration date and marked down prices to minimize waste.
- Displayed a professional attitude when interacting with customers or colleagues.
Civil Engineering Technician
VDOT
Emporia
04.2018 - 10.2020
- Assisted engineers in preparing design drawings and specifications.
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with project standards.
- Utilized AutoCAD for drafting detailed civil engineering plans.
- Collaborated with project managers to coordinate construction activities.
- Collected and analyzed data for site development evaluations.
- Supported project documentation by organizing files and reports.
- Communicated effectively with team members and contractors daily.
- Maintained equipment and tools to ensure operational readiness.
- Worked collaboratively with contractors and engineers to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
- Performed laboratory testing on collected samples from variety of materials.
- Continually developed job skills and improved overall knowledge by attending seminars and trainings.
- Assessed data gathered in field and developed drawings for highway and bridge projects.
- Facilitated construction by mapping out installations and establishing reference points, grades and elevations.
- Utilized plans from others to create waterline and sanitary sewer profiles.
- Inspected highway construction operations for compliance with contract specifications and safety.
- Contacted suppliers for quotes on project materials to determine best possible pricing.
- Assisted in the preparation of technical reports and plans for civil engineering projects.
- Maintained accurate records of all tasks performed throughout a project's life cycle.
- Documented any changes made during a project's duration that could impact its scope or cost.
- Prepared documents such as contracts, bid packages, and change orders for review by senior staff members.
- Participated in meetings with clients to discuss project needs and timelines.
- Created detailed drawings of proposed civil engineering projects using AutoCAD software.
- Monitored progress of ongoing projects to ensure they stayed within budget and timeline constraints.
- Researched land use laws and regulations to ensure proposed designs met all requirements.
- Developed cost estimates for various civil engineering projects based on project specifications.
- Compiled data from soil samples taken at job sites into comprehensive reports.
- Reviewed plans from architects, contractors, and other stakeholders involved in the development process.
- Communicated effectively with vendors to obtain necessary supplies for civil engineering projects.
- Followed safety protocols while working onsite at various job locations.
- Provided support to civil engineers during design phases of projects.
- Coordinated with other departments regarding zoning approvals and permits needed for new construction sites.
- Conducted research on civil engineering related topics, such as building codes and construction materials.
- Analyzed survey data to identify potential issues with existing infrastructure or proposed new construction sites.
Civil Engineering Technician
Sepi Engineering & Construction
Raleigh
02.2016 - 04.2018
- Assisted engineers in preparing design drawings and specifications.
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with project standards.
- Utilized AutoCAD for drafting detailed civil engineering plans.
- Collaborated with project managers to coordinate construction activities.
- Collected and analyzed data for site development evaluations.
- Supported project documentation by organizing files and reports.
- Communicated effectively with team members and contractors daily.
- Maintained equipment and tools to ensure operational readiness.
- Worked collaboratively with contractors and engineers to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
- Performed laboratory testing on collected samples from variety of materials.
- Continually developed job skills and improved overall knowledge by attending seminars and trainings.
- Assessed data gathered in field and developed drawings for highway and bridge projects.
- Facilitated construction by mapping out installations and establishing reference points, grades and elevations.
- Utilized plans from others to create waterline and sanitary sewer profiles.
- Inspected highway construction operations for compliance with contract specifications and safety.
- Contacted suppliers for quotes on project materials to determine best possible pricing.
- Assisted in the preparation of technical reports and plans for civil engineering projects.
- Maintained accurate records of all tasks performed throughout a project's life cycle.
- Documented any changes made during a project's duration that could impact its scope or cost.
- Prepared documents such as contracts, bid packages, and change orders for review by senior staff members.
- Participated in meetings with clients to discuss project needs and timelines.
- Monitored progress of ongoing projects to ensure they stayed within budget and timeline constraints.
- Researched land use laws and regulations to ensure proposed designs met all requirements.
- Compiled data from soil samples taken at job sites into comprehensive reports.
- Reviewed plans from architects, contractors, and other stakeholders involved in the development process.
Heavy Equipment Operator
H.A. Phillengane & Son, LLC
Carson
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Operated bulldozers and excavators for site preparation and material movement.
- Conducted daily equipment inspections to ensure safe operation and maintenance.
- Collaborated with team members to complete excavation and grading tasks efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols and regulations while operating heavy machinery on-site.
- Loaded and unloaded materials using forklifts and other heavy equipment safely.
- Maintained accurate logs of operating hours and equipment usage for reporting purposes.
- Communicated effectively with site supervisors to coordinate work assignments daily.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
Education
Southampton Academy
Courtland, VaSkills
- Safety compliance
- Machinery operation
- Mechanically inclined
- Technologically inclined
- Team player
Timeline
Butcher
Spiveys Market
01.2023 - Current
Civil Engineering Technician
VDOT
04.2018 - 10.2020
Civil Engineering Technician
Sepi Engineering & Construction
02.2016 - 04.2018
Heavy Equipment Operator
H.A. Phillengane & Son, LLC
01.2012 - 03.2013
Southampton Academy