Phillip Berry
Elloree,SC
Summary
Former Owner/Operator at Southern Pools with some knowledge in operations management and client relationship. Skilled in staff training and development, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency while maintaining a strong focus on safety and reliability.
Talented Truck Driver with good route planning, payment handling and customer service skills. Offering 20 years of experience and basic maintenance knowledge. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need.
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management experience.
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating heavy duty trucks and air brake trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork, and meeting company objectives.
Hardworking employee about competing the daily task assignment. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Offering dedication and willingness to learn and grow within dynamic environment. Brings ability to understand key business principles and operational strategies, along with essential problem-solving skills. Ready to use and develop organizational and decision-making skills in assistant superintendent role.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
Southern Pools
Hilton Head Island, SC
09.2022 - 09.2025
- Oversaw scheduling and logistics for service appointments and team assignments.
- Developed strong customer relationships through effective communication and problem-solving.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure high service standards and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Evaluated company performance against objectives, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for the business.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
- Improved safety standards by regularly reviewing protocols and implementing necessary updates.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
Construction Field Supervisor
Concrete Pumping /Palmetto Pools
Hilton Head /Bluffton SC
02.2019 - 09.2022
- Supervised daily construction activities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project timelines.
- Conducted regular inspections of work quality, addressing issues promptly to maintain project standards.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in construction techniques and safety regulations.
- Managed inventory of materials and tools, ensuring availability for ongoing projects and minimizing downtime.
- Resolved conflicts on-site effectively, fostering a collaborative environment among diverse teams.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure seamless execution of construction plans.
- Conducted thorough site evaluations prior to beginning work to identify potential challenges or hazards early on.
Crew Foreman
Georgia Gunite
Metro Atlanta Ga/Tennesse
03.2015 - 02.2019
- Coordinated crew activities to optimize workflow and enhance productivity.
- Trained new team members on equipment usage and safety protocols
- Settled crew member disputes by addressing problems quickly and providing successful mediation.
- Reached out to suppliers to resolve materials issues and maintain schedules.
- Coordinated with other trades on-site to ensure seamless workflow, minimizing delays or disruptions.
- Troubleshot equipment problems and completed repairs and maintenance actions.
- Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
- Instructed crew members in safe work practices and methods to reduce work-related injuries.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 10 employees.
Nuclear Pipe Fitter
Saulsbury Industries /Duke Engery
V.C. Summer Nuclear Station/ Jenkinsville SC
04.2013 - 03.2015
- Operated and maintained various fitting tools and machinery to ensure precision in assembly tasks.
- Interpreted engineering drawings to accurately fabricate components according to specifications.
- Conducted regular inspections of fittings to uphold quality standards and minimize defects
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
- Fabricated and installed various types of supports for piping systems and implemented proper hanger spacing.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Contributed to workplace safety by adhering to and promoting all safety protocols during machinery maintenance.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current with industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Worked with presses, saws and drills to manipulate metal components for structural fabrication.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards and specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Charleston High School
North Charleston, SC05-1976
Skills
- Materials transport
- Safe driving practices
- Vehicle maintenance
- Delivery scheduling
- Clean MVR
- Attention to detail
- Verbal and written communication
- Lift up to 100 pounds
Accomplishments
- Safely operated
- 60-ton articulated dump trucks around highly congested construction sites. Nuclear pipefitter U.S. Army Honorable discharge Concret design and placement specialist Certified Air Placed concrete specialist Commericalpools , Large resort specialist Soil stabiliztion .retention ponds , retaining walls,paver systems.License swimming pool and concrete contractor
Osha 10 certifaction
Certification
- Certified shotcrete nozzleman, Georgia Gunite - [Tim2015-2024eframe]
- Swimming pools Structural walls License - 2015-2020
- Osha 10 Training - 2013-2020
- Licensed swimming pool and concrete contractor - 2000-2024
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Southern Pools
09.2022 - 09.2025
Construction Field Supervisor
Concrete Pumping /Palmetto Pools
02.2019 - 09.2022
Crew Foreman
Georgia Gunite
03.2015 - 02.2019
Nuclear Pipe Fitter
Saulsbury Industries /Duke Engery
04.2013 - 03.2015
High School Diploma -
North Charleston High School