Tommy Smith
Stinnett
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in excelling at cable splicing and installation. Proven track record in project management and safety compliance, ensuring optimal performance and quality control. Adept at equipment operation and maintenance, fostering team collaboration to troubleshoot complex issues and enhance operational efficiency. Detailed foreman skilled in planning, assigning, and directing work tasks, and getting jobs completed in a very timely manner. Team-oriented professional with a strong commitment to maintaining safe, orderly job sites. Dedicated to quality work and clear communication! Flexible, hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman Splicer
Cumberland Valley Communications
Somerset
06.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of communication installation projects.
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Responsible for all reports , daily logs, and maps regarding work
- Trained new staff on safety procedures and equipment usage.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground cable systems.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot connectivity issues.
- Operated specialized tools for cable splicing and termination.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during installation projects.
- Followed safety regulations while performing duties at heights or working around hazardous materials.
- Provided technical support to customers regarding their cable services issues.
- Placed underground conduit and installed cables inside them.
- Inspected equipment for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Maintained, adjusted, and repaired cable systems as needed.
- Spliced coaxial cables to ensure optimal signal transmission quality.
- Operated specialized tools for cable preparation and installation tasks.
- Executed detailed measurements of cable parameters using specialized tools and instruments.
- Implemented best practices for efficient cable routing in various environments.
- Inspected existing coaxial cable systems for any potential problems or damages.
- Performed quality control tests on all coaxial splices to ensure optimal performance.
- Troubleshot difficult system malfunctions that could not be solved through standard procedures.
- Strung cables between newly installed or existing poles and restrung cables due to damage or sagging.
- Established and modified networks and computers at businesses, schools, government buildings, medical facilities, and homes.
- Installed, tested, maintained and repaired aerial and underground coaxial cables.
- Maintained accurate records of splicing activities and materials used.
Machine Operator/Maintenance Technician
Patriot Lumber
Hyden
10.2020 - 06.2023
- Operated machinery for lumber processing and product assembly.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Installed equipment to improve energy or operational efficiency of residential or commercial buildings.
- Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Assisted with troubleshooting mechanical issues to minimize downtime during operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all operational tasks.
- Maintained clean work area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in training new operators on machinery use and safety protocols.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
Education
GED -
Kentucky Adult Education
Hyden, KY04-2016
Skills
- Cable splicing and installation
- Safety compliance and quality control
- Equipment operation and maintenance
- Project scheduling and management
REFERENCES
Austin Smith: 606-275-2861
Stacey Hall: 606-275- 5569
Tate Begley: 606-434-6444
Brad Price: 859-314-3667
Timeline
Foreman Splicer
Cumberland Valley Communications
06.2023 - Current
Machine Operator/Maintenance Technician
Patriot Lumber
10.2020 - 06.2023
GED -
Kentucky Adult Education