Richard Ballato
Russell
Summary
Dedicated crew leader lends several years experience to overseeing team communication, skills management and task completion. Focused and friendly comprehension of skills to juggle stressful, deadline-driven demands. Supervisory expertise committed to delivering outstanding customer service and optimal workflows.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
traveling crew lead
Freedom Forever Solar
Russell
04.2021 - 04.2026
- Supervised daily operations and ensured team compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained new crew members on equipment usage and operational procedures.
- Coordinated schedules to streamline workflow and enhance resource allocation.
- Communicated effectively with team to resolve issues and enhance collaboration.
- Maintained equipment cleanliness and functionality to support efficient operations.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies.
- Trained new hires on job duties, safety protocols, and company policies.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Managed team of employees across various job tasks during project phases to ensure timely completion.
- Monitored task completion to meet company standards for performance.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints or issues quickly and efficiently.
- Established and maintained professional working relationships with employees.
- Directed team of 10-15 crew members in daily operations and assigned tasks.
- Performed general maintenance on tools and equipment used by the crew.
- Implemented strategies to enhance team performance and improve operational processes.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries concerning services provided by the crew.
- Enforced safety mandates and OSHA restrictions with good leadership skills.
- Reviewed blueprints and plans prior to beginning a job to ensure accuracy of measurements and specifications.
- Supervised project contributions to meet organizational deadlines and expectations.
- Resolved employee issues, complaints and requests-for-clarification to keep projects on track.
- Suggested changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase crew efficiency.
- Provided technical support to crew members when operating machinery or equipment.
- Implemented cost saving measures to reduce expenses while maintaining quality standards.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
vehicle dismantler
LKQ Auto Parts
Southwick
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Disassembled vehicles to salvage usable parts for inventory.
- Inspected components to ensure quality and compatibility with customer specifications.
- Operated heavy machinery for lifting and transporting auto parts.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety compliance.
- Documented and tracked parts inventory using company software systems to maintain accuracy.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials and tools.
- Organized vehicle parts and components into appropriate categories according to make, model, year and condition.
- Removed upholstery, trim pieces, interior panels, consoles and other components from dismantled vehicles.
- Operated power tools such as saws, grinders, drills and pneumatic wrenches safely.
- Inspected used auto parts for wear or damage prior to purchase or sale.
- Identified and removed hazardous fluids from vehicles in accordance with environmental regulations.
- Tested electrical components such as alternators and starters before offering them for sale.
- Dismantled engines by removing cylinder heads, oil pans, gaskets and other engine parts.
- Maintained a clean work area throughout the day including sweeping floors and wiping down surfaces regularly.
- Loaded scrap metal onto trucks for transport to the recycler or salvage yard.
- Disassembled vehicles to remove parts and components for reuse, resale or recycling.
- Evaluated vehicle schematics to determine required parts for timely ordering and replacement.
- Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
Warehouse Order Selector
C&S
Westfield
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Selected and organized products to ensure on-time shipments to retail locations.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to facilitate smooth inventory movement within the warehouse.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory movements using warehouse management systems.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage before stocking shelves.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe handling procedures and operational standards.
- Implemented best practices for safety compliance during daily warehouse operations.
- Communicated with supervisors about inventory shortages and restocking needs to support operational continuity.
Education
GED -
Scc
Springfield, MA07-2011
Skills
- Heavy machinery operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Machinery repairs
- Safety compliance
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Jobsite safety
- PPE compliance
- Project management
- Project planning
- Work order management
- Supervision
- Team management
- Personnel management
- Team delegation
- Resource allocation
- Problem solving
- Documentation and reporting
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability to change
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- Multitasking Abilities
- Delegating work
- Heavy lifting
- Professional appearance
Timeline
traveling crew lead
Freedom Forever Solar
04.2021 - 04.2026
vehicle dismantler
LKQ Auto Parts
09.2018 - 02.2019
Warehouse Order Selector
C&S
01.2017 - 08.2018
GED -
Scc