Sherman Rogers
St Louis
Summary
Results-driven Site Foreman known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in project management, safety protocol adherence, and team leadership. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability to ensure projects are delivered on time and within specifications. Committed to fostering collaborative work environments and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Detailed Foreman skilled in planning, assigning and directing work tasks. Team-oriented professional with strong commitment to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Dedicated to quality and clear communication.
Trustworthy professional offering several years as foreman. Focused and skilled in coordinating personnel, materials and equipment. Decisive when responding to urgent issues and resolving problems.
Proficient professional with good problem-solving and group management skills. Successful at keeping employees on-task and achieving quality objectives.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1987
1987
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
SIT Foreman
Spire Energy
St Louis
11.2001 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with other supervisors and managers to coordinate activities between different trades or departments.
- Maintained safe working environment by enforcing company policies and procedures regarding health, safety, environmental protection.
- Developed strategies for problem solving on difficult tasks or issues arising during the course of construction.
- Determined resource needs including manpower requirements, materials estimates, tools and equipment lists.
- Inspected completed projects for quality assurance and adherence to safety standards.
- Assisted in training new employees in proper techniques for operating equipment safely and efficiently.
- Conducted regular meetings with crew members to discuss progress updates, challenges encountered and solutions implemented.
- Prepared daily reports summarizing progress on assigned tasks or projects.
- Ensured that jobsite materials were properly stored and handled in accordance with industry best practices.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
Paratransit Bus Operator
Bi-state Development Agency Mo
St Louis
07.1993 - 09.2000
- Operated paratransit buses, ensuring safe and timely transport for passengers.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and disembarking, promoting a positive experience.
- Conducted pre-trip vehicle inspections to maintain safety and reliability standards.
- Followed established protocols for emergency situations to ensure passenger safety.
- Monitored traffic conditions to adjust routes for efficient travel times.
- Documented daily trip logs and incidents for operational records and compliance.
- Received payments from passengers for fares in cash or card form.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicles before each shift.
- Operated wheelchair lifts for disabled passengers as needed.
- Assisted passengers with boarding, disembarking, and transferring onto buses.
- Ensured the safety of passengers by following all traffic laws and regulations while driving a paratransit bus.
- Monitored passenger behavior to ensure compliance with safety policies.
- Resolved conflicts between passengers when necessary in a professional manner.
- Adhered to strict schedules for pick up and drop off times at designated stops.
- Cleaned interior of vehicle after each trip according to established cleaning guidelines.
- Reported any mechanical issues that arose during trips to the maintenance department promptly.
- Answered questions from riders about routes, transfers, fares, and schedules.
- Responded to emergency situations in accordance with company protocols.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch personnel regarding route changes or delays due to traffic conditions or weather events.
School Bus Driver
Laid Law Transit
St Louis
09.1988 - 06.1994
- Ensured student safety during daily transportation to and from school.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify bus functionality and safety compliance.
- Managed student behavior to maintain a respectful and safe environment.
- Navigated various routes efficiently, adapting to traffic conditions as needed.
- Collaborated with school staff to address transportation-related concerns promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of mileage, fuel usage, and repair needs.
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Transported students and teachers on school activity trips while exercising responsible leadership.
- Followed all safety protocols when transporting students with special needs or disabilities.
- Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
- Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported any issues to supervisor.
- Developed positive relationships with students through friendly interactions.
- Maintained order and discipline on bus to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student transportation issues.
- Ensured safety of students by following all traffic laws and regulations.
- Operated motorized ramps and lifts to assist special needs students.
- Learned and followed school transportation procedures.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by taking appropriate actions.
- Kept up-to-date on changes in local roads, traffic patterns, and construction projects that may affect routes or schedules.
- Reported student behavior incidents promptly to the appropriate personnel.
- Reported accidents and completed required reports.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of passengers as needed.
- Tallied student count, mileage and fuel usage reports, forwarding to immediate supervisor for documentation purposes.
- Assisted passengers in evacuation of bus in case of emergency.
- Regulated heating, lighting and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.
- Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations to supervisor.
- Inspected student's passes prior to boarding the bus.
- Inspected vehicle tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights and fluids to verify safe operation.
- Enforced safety rules as students boarded and exited buses and crossed streets near bus stops.
Construction Equipment Mechanic
United States Army
Fort Rucker
11.1984 - 12.1985
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in heavy construction equipment for optimal performance.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery to ensure operational efficiency.
- Repaired hydraulic systems to maintain equipment functionality and reliability.
- Updated maintenance records for compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Collaborated with operators to understand equipment malfunctions and service needs.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify and resolve technical problems in machinery.
- Inspected equipment before use to ensure safety and readiness for operation.
- Ordered replacement parts from suppliers based on customer requests or job orders.
- Cleaned machine parts with solvents or steam cleaners prior to reassembly.
- Analyzed test results to determine necessary repairs or modifications needed to improve overall efficiency.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- Assembled components such as engines, fuel tanks, radiators onto new or used machines.
- Calibrated electronic instruments such as pressure gauges to measure operational parameters.
- Replaced faulty parts with new or reconditioned components according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on construction equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, loaders, and motor graders.
- Repaired hydraulic systems including pumps, motors, valves and cylinders.
- Maintained records of all service work performed on each piece of equipment.
- Tested repaired equipment for proper functioning in accordance with manufacturer's standards.
- Inspected brakes and steering systems for proper operation.
- Installed or modified electrical wiring systems on various pieces of machinery.
- Operated hoists and other lifting devices to move heavy objects during repairs.
- Disassembled equipment using hand tools and hoists to begin repair work.
- Read and interpreted technical details such as schematics, manuals and drawings.
- Collaborated with equipment operators to understand machinery issues and develop solutions.
Education
HVAC Diploma - HVAC
Vatterott College
Saint Louis, MO 07.1998 - 06.2000
McKinley High School
Saint Louis, MOSkills
- Safety compliance
- Resource allocation
- Quality assurance
- Equipment inspection
- Team collaboration
- Problem resolution
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- HVAC systems
- Equipment maintenance
- Customer relations
- Decision-making
- Quality control
- OSHA regulations
- Construction operation support
- Critical thinking
- Crew leadership
- Physical stamina
- Crew supervision
- Equipment oversight
- Job site safety
- Hand and power tools
- OSHA compliance
- Technical documentation
Certification
- HVAC license Class A CDL EPA qualified fork truck operator license
Timeline
SIT Foreman
Spire Energy
11.2001 - 10.2024
HVAC Diploma - HVAC
Vatterott College
07.1998 - 06.2000
Paratransit Bus Operator
Bi-state Development Agency Mo
07.1993 - 09.2000
School Bus Driver
Laid Law Transit
09.1988 - 06.1994
Construction Equipment Mechanic
United States Army
11.1984 - 12.1985
McKinley High School