John Polk
Sicily Island
Summary
Reliable Asphalt Laborer with an efficient and quality-driven approach. Safety-oriented and physically-fit team player with a methodical nature and understanding of site hazards. Offering many years' experience in labor roles.
Skilled Asphalt Laborer with comprehensive background in road construction and repair. Have demonstrated strength in operating heavy machinery, adhering to safety protocols, and collaborating effectively within team settings. Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality work under challenging weather conditions and tight deadlines. Notable for improving efficiency of asphalt laying operations in previous roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Asphalt Laborer
Police jury
Jena
08.2024 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery for asphalt paving and road repair projects.
- Assisted in mixing and applying asphalt for various surfaces.
- Ensured safe working conditions by following safety protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and on time.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance during operations.
- Cleared work areas of debris to ensure a safe environment for workers.
Correctional Officer
Rivers Correctional Institution
Ferriday
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Monitored inmate activities to maintain safety and security within facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of areas to identify safety hazards and contraband.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to ensure compliance among inmates.
- Responded to emergencies, applying de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Documented incidents and daily activities in reports for accurate record-keeping.
Walmart stocker
Walmart
Jena
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to maintain organized displays.
- Assisted customers in locating products and addressing inquiries.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported restocking needs to management.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the stockroom area.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks for efficient product movement.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely product placement.
- Followed safety protocols while handling and storing products.
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about product location, price and availability.
Education
Sicily Island High School
Sicily Island, LASkills
- Asphalt application
- Heavy machinery operation
- Safety compliance
- Road repair techniques
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Road construction
- Safety
- Shoveling
- Traffic control
- Blacktop shoveling
- Power tools usage
- Road safety knowledge
- Weather condition adaptation
- Multitasking capacity
Certification
- Class D
- 10/9/24
Timeline
Asphalt Laborer
Police jury
08.2024 - Current
Correctional Officer
Rivers Correctional Institution
02.2023 - 05.2024
Walmart stocker
Walmart
08.2021 - 05.2022
Sicily Island High School