Ramond Miller
Montpelier
Summary
Diligent operator with robust background in operating machinery and ensuring seamless production processes. Leveraged expertise to maintain high safety standards and minimize downtime. Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting equipment issues and optimizing workflow efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tranportation Operator II
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Highway maintenance and repair.
- Fleet vehicle maintenance and upkeep.
- Equipment operation in line with current projects.
- Maintained organized filing systems for important documents and records. Including, but not limited to, monthly safety inspections, first aid and fire extinguisher inspection,housekeeping and working routes.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient, effective, and timely completion of assigned tasks.
- Provided training to new staff on operational procedures and policies.
- Monitored inventory of supplies needed for daily operations and tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- leading daily safety meetings on an alternating schedule.
- Brainstorming new effective and efficient ways to increase productivity.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Worked safely and diligently with various large pieces of equipment to complete tasks in both scheduled and emergency operations.
Owner/Operator
Northeast wood solutions
07.2017 - 01.2025
- Promoted brand identity and revenue through social media marketing.
- Oversaw staff hiring, initiating training programs to enhance operational efficiency.
- Established pricing structures based on market analytics and trends.
- Trained teams on job-specific procedures and techniques for optimal performance.
- Supervised worker performance to boost productivity and achieve cost savings.
- Led startup operations, developing business strategies and workflow processes.
- Monitored supplier quality, delivery schedules, and contract compliance.
- Coordinated project execution and team performance to ensure timely deliverables.
- Lead crews for snow removal and abrasive spreading to achieve ideal conditions for vehicle operation in both residential and commercial properties.
Vacuum Truck Operator
SMR Rapid Response
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Operated vacuum truck for efficient waste removal and environmental cleanup.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize waste disposal processes.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Operated vacuum truck for efficient waste removal and liquid disposal in compliance with safety regulations.
- Responded to accidents, hazardous spills and other emergency situations to provide support and clean up.
CDL Truck Driver
Yellow
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Operated commercial vehicles safely across diverse routes, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and performance standards, identifying potential issues proactively.
- Managed load securement techniques to prevent cargo shifting during transit, enhancing delivery integrity and safety.
- Maintained detailed logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption to adhere to legal requirements and company policies.
- Forklift operations to load and unload trailers for each route.
Laborer Operator
A-1 Paving
07.2011 - 08.2017
- Operated heavy machinery to complete asphalt paving tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in site preparation and material handling to ensure project readiness.
- Maintained equipment safety checks and performed minor repairs as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to follow safety protocols and minimize hazards.
- Snow removal night foreman. Operating Dump trucks, loaders, organizing and orchestrating crews to successfully clean, remove and abrade driveways, roadways and parking lots.
Manager
Cooper hill pizzeria
08.2014 - 07.2017
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles at all times.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Greeted and encouraged feedback from customers to implement in-store operational changes.
- Conducted inventory counts by assessing current state of inventory integrity against target accuracy levels and tracking variances.
- Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
- Established and created training programs to enhance employee knowledge of best practices, resulting in improved customer satisfaction.
- Evaluated store performance by receiving, analyzing and incorporating feedback from store inspections to implement action plans for improvements.
- Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule and conformance to contract specifications.
- Maintained ongoing system for development, recruitment, recognition and retention of store crew and management.
Cook Shift Leader
charlies of Rochester
05.2006 - 07.2014
- Communicated with kitchen employees, answered questions and offered insight into food preparations.
- Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean at all times.
- Sanitized all counters and utensils used for preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Followed "first in, first out" rule with every food and beverage item, tossing outdated and expired food products.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator each day to verify proper functioning.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Placed orders for food and supplies used for creating meals for [Number] people.
- Streamlined kitchen processes to shorten wait times and serve additional guests.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Made all meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Adhered to all regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
Floor Refinisher
Heritage Hardwood Floors
07.2007 - 07.2011
- Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
- Used various chemicals and tools to repair damaged items.
- Prioritized tasks for each job after reading all project blueprints and documents.
- Maintained accurate records of all production activities.
- Troubleshot equipment issues and determined best courses of action for repairs.
- Maintained inventory list of all items used on job sites to provide information needed for reordering.
- Monitored employees by inspecting work for accuracy, quality and throughput.
- Coordinated employee training in safety and equipment operations.
- Provided accurate timelines for project completion to all key stakeholders.
- Reviewed all reports available to control costs, schedule work and eliminate shortages.
- Smoothed, shaped and touched up surfaces, preparing finish and bolstering integrity using sandpaper and grinders, putty, brushes and sprays.
- Selected appropriate finishing ingredients, including paint, stain, lacquer and varnish, depending on wood type and surface conditions.
- Examined pieces to determine damage, deterioration and optimal restoration method.
- Removed imperfections such as burrs or filled in depressions to meet quality standards for each piece.
- Stripped old finishes and worn or damaged parts to make skilled repairs and restore optimal appearances.
- Completed attractive, high-quality finishes by applying paint, oil or stain to wood grain.
- Sealed surfaces with lacquers and other compounds to protect finishes.
- Inspected damaged furniture to assess extent and determine optimal repair or restoration strategies.
- Conferred with customers and [Job title]s to align finishing strategies with unique preferences.
- Employed [Type] and [Type] techniques to create unique looks such as antique appearances.
Landscaper
Elfs Landscaping
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Operated various landscaping equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols during all tasks.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices for planting, pruning, and general maintenance techniques.
- Developed efficient processes for landscape maintenance, enhancing overall productivity.
- Managed inventory of tools and materials, reducing waste and improving resource allocation.
- Coordinated with clients to understand landscaping needs and provide tailored solutions.
- Ensured safety during snow removal operations by using appropriate equipment and adhering to established protocols.
- Performed seasonal tasks such as snow removal or leaf collection to maintain a safe and functional outdoor space yearround.
- Oversaw snow removal operations during winter months, ensuring safe and accessible pathways for staff and visitors.
Grocery Bagger
Market Basket
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Assisted customers with getting groceries loaded in vehicles.
- Collected empty carts and returned each to store to minimize loss and damage to store property.
- Cleaned up spills, collected trash and swept and mopped floors.
- Retrieved carts from returns and parking lot.
- Checked prices and pulled product for customers.
Education
GED -
Spaulding High School
Rochester, NH07-2007
Skills
- Sales leadership
- Cost reduction
- Labor relations
- Marketing tactics
- KPI management
- Team oversight
- Vehicle inspection
- Fleet maintenance
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Operational procedures
- Team coordination
- Customer relations
- Project management
- Staff training
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Maintenance and repair
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Construction management
- Forklift operation
- Hand-eye coordination
- OSHA regulations adherence
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Troubleshooting
- Hand and power tools
- Issue resolution
- Chemical handling
- Residential construction
- Quality assurance
- Contract management
- Quality control processing
- Materials handling
- Machine operation
- Problem-solving
- Equipment operation
- Efficient multitasking
- Heavy equipment operation
- Tool operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Heavy lifting
- Equipment maintenance
Certification
- CDL A
- Tanker endorsement
- Doubles and triples endorsement
- lead abatement certified
Experience
["Packers and Packagers, Hand"],[],["Cooks, All Other"],["Managers, All Other"],["Chief Executives"]
References
References available upon request.
Personal Information
Timeline
Tranportation Operator II
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles
10.2023 - 01.2025
Vacuum Truck Operator
SMR Rapid Response
07.2023 - 10.2023
CDL Truck Driver
Yellow
03.2023 - 07.2023
Owner/Operator
Northeast wood solutions
07.2017 - 01.2025
Manager
Cooper hill pizzeria
08.2014 - 07.2017
Laborer Operator
A-1 Paving
07.2011 - 08.2017
Floor Refinisher
Heritage Hardwood Floors
07.2007 - 07.2011
Cook Shift Leader
charlies of Rochester
05.2006 - 07.2014
Landscaper
Elfs Landscaping
01.2005 - 01.2009
Grocery Bagger
Market Basket
01.2005 - 01.2006
GED -
Spaulding High School