Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Experience
Timeline
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Travis Cowley

Georgetown,Scott
Travis Cowley

Summary

With over 10 years of experience in diverse management roles, I am committed to achieving success through integrity. I have cultivated assertiveness, adaptability, leadership skills, and a strong work ethic, enabling me to transition seamlessly into new challenges. Proven ability to conduct, manage, and complete complex projects and tasks, while ensuring adherence to safety standards and high-quality workmanship.

Overview

2
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification

Work history

Southgate Farm
Nicholasville, Kentucky

Property Manager
06 2007 - Current

Job overview

  • Oversee and enforce compliance building codes and state legal regulations.
  • Negotiated lease terms and successfully upsold estate amenities, increasing tenant satisfaction and revenue.
  • Consistently upholding safety standards and methods with zero injuries recorded.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills by managing multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Reduced operating expenses while improving overall estate profitability.
  • Instilled strong relationships with property owners, tenants, contractors, and vendors, maintaining and growing overall efficiency.
  • Leading heavy equipment operations, inspections, and logging.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, resolving tenant concerns promptly and maintaining high occupancy rates.
  • Created an effective preventative maintenance routine, minimizing equipment cost and down time.

Siemens Energy
Tiskilwa, Illinois

Project Manager
06 2022 - 01 2024

Job overview

  • Conducted on site training exercises on patent-pending decommissioning equipment engineered and developed personally.
  • Led the successful decommissioning of wind turbine blades, overseeing all phases of the project from planning through execution and completion.
  • Coordinated with engineering, environmental, and construction leaders, to ensure effective communication and project alignment.
  • Strong problem solving skills, capable of adapting to unforeseen challenges and developing creative solutions to ensure successful project outcomes. SAFELY
  • Applied risk management strategies to address potential challenges and ensure project objectives were met within scope and schedule leading daily tools box talks.
  • Developed and maintained contractor project plans, schedules, and budgets for multiple energy initiatives.
  • Coordinated resources and logistics to optimize project execution across project contributors.

ERI
Lancaster, Kentucky

Demolition Foreman
02 2018 - 04 2022

Job overview

  • Managed and led teams of demolition workers, assigning tasks, providing training, and ensuring high quality workmanship and safety standards.
  • Demonstrated strong problem solving skills by addressing on site challenges promptly, maintaining project timelines and safety standards.
  • Evaluated site conditions and developed effective demolition plans for best project efficiency and safety.
  • Coordinated with project managers and subcontractors to maintain effective communication throughout process.
  • Conception to completion, lead biggest state demolition project in history as a foreman contracted from Toyota.
  • Maintained, logged, and operated heavy equipment.
  • Ensured proper disposal of hazardous materials and compliance with environmental regulations.
  • Daily tool-box talks and completed MSA safety check lists/boundaries.

Allied Trailers
Savage, Maryland

Manufacturing Supervisor
01 2015 - 02 2018

Job overview

  • Supervised and managed the production process of custom mobile offices constructed from shipping containers.
  • Led a team of 30-35 workers, providing training and support to promote personal growth and enhance overall productivity.
  • Maintained a safe workplace throughout the manufacturing process implementing daily toolbox talks, reinforcing safety protocols.
  • Implemented incentives for employees, which boosted morale and created a positive workforce.
  • Coordinated production schedules and oversaw workflow to ensure project deadlines were met while optimizing resource utilization and minimizing waste.
  • Oversaw quality control measures and conducted regular inspections to guarantee high levels of craftsmanship and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with engineering and design teams to interpret blueprints and specifications, translating them into actionable production plans.
  • Monitored daily production output with a focus on achieving and exceeding targets.
  • Managed the full cycle of employee recruitment, training, and performance evaluations, including discipline and termination processes.

Knight Welding
Millville, Kentucky

Welding Foreman
02 2012 - 06 2015

Job overview

  • Assigning workers to specific duties and tasks after analyzing blueprints and scope.
  • Quality control inspections for weld integrity and compliance with project specifications.
  • Conducted training sessions for employees on welding techniques and equipment usage.
  • Coordinated with engineers to accurately interpret blueprints and specifications, ensuring high-quality workmanship across teams and sub-contractors while demonstrating strong leadership skills.
  • Scheduled loading and unloading materials to facilitate timely and organized project completion.

Knight Welding
Millville, Kentucky

Welder
06 2008 - 02 2012

Job overview

  • Monitored inventory levels of welding supplies, ensuring efficient workflow, and adapted organizational strategies.
  • Provided direct signals to crane operators during operations.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on welding equipment and tools to maintain optimal functionality and safety.
  • Operated heavy machinery to optimize material handling and transportation efficiency.
  • Boosted team morale by maintaining a positive attitude and offering support to colleagues when needed.
  • Contributed to reducing material waste through precise measuring, cutting, and assembling of materials.

Education

West Jessamine Highschool

Diploma

Asbury University

Associate from Business
08.2007 - 08.2009

Global Wind Orginization

Certifications from Safety

University overview

Working at heights and confined spaces. Manual handling harness uses fall protection techniques. Fire prevention, firefighting, and evacuation procedures. Enhanced First Aid to basic emergency response, CPR, and wound care. Life support and trauma care techniques for critical situations. Safe lifting practices and techniques.

Knight School of Welding

Certifications from 4G Stick Weld

University overview

Completed hands on comprehensive training welding techniques, MIG, TIG, and ARC with master welder's. Gained knowledge of welding equipment and tools. Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics.

Skills

  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • Facilities maintenance
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Risk management
  • Project management
  • Leadership
  • Equipment operations and maintenance
  • Inventory control management
  • Customer service
  • Conflict resolution
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Marketing
  • Adaptation
  • Scope defining
  • Welding
  • Organization
  • Team building

Certification

  • 4G stick welder
  • Osha 30
  • Confined space
  • CPR
  • EPA 1 -2

Additional Experience

Community Voluntee Service

Habit for Humanity / Southland Christian Church / Big Brother / Helping through Him / Gods Pantry

  • Coordinate with a team of volunteers to execute various restoration tasks, such as framing, painting, drywall, demolition, appliance installation, junk removal, yard work, etc.
  • Hosted events to bring future volunteers awareness with local community services and issues.
  • Hosted workshop training for unexperienced volunteers.

Timeline

Asbury University

Associate from Business
08.2007 - 08.2009

Property Manager

Southgate Farm
06 2007 - Current

Project Manager

Siemens Energy
06 2022 - 01 2024

Demolition Foreman

ERI
02 2018 - 04 2022

Manufacturing Supervisor

Allied Trailers
01 2015 - 02 2018

Welding Foreman

Knight Welding
02 2012 - 06 2015

Welder

Knight Welding
06 2008 - 02 2012

West Jessamine Highschool

Diploma
03/2007

Global Wind Orginization

Certifications from Safety
04/2022

Knight School of Welding

Certifications from 4G Stick Weld
05/2014
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