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resume_1-15-15_with_ctu_grad.docxJohn W. Casto
7 Raleigh Drive
Petersburg, WV 26847
Home Phone: 304-257-9717
Cell Phone: 304-490-9830
Objective: To obtain gainful employment with your firm.
Qualifications:
3.00 Credit hrs. Office Systems Software (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Outlook) A
3.00 Credit hrs. Microcomputer Applications A
6.00 Credit hrs. Written English 101, 102 A, A
4.00 Credit hrs. Advanced Composition A
8.00 Credit hrs. Legal Research and Writing 1 and 2 A, A
3.00 Credit hrs. Business Law and Contracts A
3.00 Credit hrs. Keyboarding Skills A
· Supervised others, at one point approximately 50-65 people, the bulk was spent with their supervisors.
· Have been responsible for properly tracking and dispersing funding ranging from $100,000-$14,000,000 for the state of West Virginia.
· Am single with no children, so readily available for your demands or needs.
· Can perform with a team or as a single unit as the employment requires or desires.
Education:
1988 GED. South Branch Vocational Center, Petersburg, WV
1986-1988 Degree in Masonry. South Branch Vocational Center, Petersburg, WV
1997-1998 State of West Virginia Electrical Apprenticeship Certification/license. Charleston Armory, WV
2000-2002 A.S. Associates Degree in the Science of Paralegal Studies. Shepherd University-South Branch. With Honors, 3.8 GPA
2002-2005 R.B.A. Regent Bachelors Degree in General Studies (weighed heavily in Writing, Literature, and Psychology). Shepherd University. With Honors, 3.9 GPA
2006-2012 Was obtaining an A.S. Associates Degree in Highway Engineering Technology. This was done through the West Virginia Department of Highways Program and the schools changed numerously. Fairmont State, WVU, and Bridgemont Community and Technical Institute. GPA estimate is 3.7.
2013-2015 M.B.A. Masters of Business Administration in Project Management at Colorado Technical University. With Honors, GPA 3.6.
2015-Present Obtaining an M.S.M. Masters of Science Management at Colorado Technical University.
July 3rd 2006-March 13th 2013; West Virginia Department of Highways District 5 Burlington
Job Title: TRET (Transportation Engineering Technician)
Job requirements and duties are numerous in both office and field work. I was Project Supervisor on two of my own projects (totaling in dollars close to one million). I have been Office Manager on several projects (including one Corridor H project; 14 million dollars), and Lead Inspector and Inspector as well. My duties varied from documenting work performed by contractors to generating and calculating estimates to be paid to contractors. My work experience is too vast to summarize properly. Communication between superiors and contractors was proved, at times, to be quite a task. Plan reading and interpreting was as essential as the reports that had to be documented daily. Supervised and coordinated over 20 contractors and sub-contractors simultaneously. Supervised consultants and payroll of every person on the projects, and insured all aspects of the project were going according to schedule. Essentially I was responsible for every person on the project along with the safety of the travelling public.
Contact: Jon P. Burns, Area Engineer. Phone; 304-289-2210
1998-2000 Hanover Shoe Company, Franklin, West Virginia
Job title: Handsewer
I was responsible for, by hand, stitching the plug (top of shoe) to vamp (bottom of shoe). This job required focus, concentration, and attention to detail. I was also somewhat responsible for morale of department. My pay was a base rate of $6.25 per hour, but this was a piece rate job which allowed me the opportunity to make up to $15.00 per hour. I put my pay down on this job to show that I go beyond when applicable or encouraged. Reason for leaving, plant shut down.
Contact: James Colaw (Department Supervisor) Phone; 304-358-2335
May, 1998-September, 1998 Brumbaugh Electrical Contractors, Staunton, Virginia
Job title: Electrical Apprentice/Operator
This job was in Virginia Beach building a mall (Mc Arthur Center). Our section was one of the four parking decks, and I was; along with one other electrician, responsible for delivering power to the entire deck (ours and deck C) along with half of the mall itself. This was a very good job for learning commercial wiring and operating semi-heavy equipment (Sky Lifts, Back Hoes, Scissor Lifts, etc.). Reading blue prints and schematics was also a skill obtained at this job site. Reason for leaving was to go to work at Hanover which was much closer to home and benefits.
Contact: Monty Kerns (Supervisor). No contact on him as he left the same day I did.
January, 1998-May, 1998 Mid-Valley Electric, Harrisonburg, Virginia
Job title: Electricians Apprentice
I was responsible for the rough in and trim out of multiple job sites under the supervision of a lead electrician. I was also responsible for the welfare of the tools and supplies for each site. We did everything from personal remodeling and renovation to ground up houses, to remodeling Food Lions and even a baseball field. This was a very good job for learning the diversity of the field. There was by far more commercial than residential at this job. Reason for leaving was that work was slowing.
Contact: Mike Jenkins, Owner/Supervisor. I tried to contact them, but to no avail. Either they are operating under new name or are out of business.
April, 1997-December, 1998 Solo of Virginia, Harrisonburg, Virginia
Job title: Electricians Apprentice/Operator/Supply Manager
On this job I was responsible for the rough in and trim out of multiple college housing units, approximately 150 units. I was also responsible for the welfare and calculations of tools and supplies for the job site. I was also responsible for the punch out work that arose as the students were moving in and discovering trivial minor problems. This job also allowed me the sole responsibility of doing all the high and low voltage wiring of a custom house built by the owner of the company. This house was featured in Forbes Magazine.
Contact: Wes Spillman, Project Superintendent; Phone 703-433-2765
References:
1. Jon P. Burns, WVDOH D-5 Area Engineer; Supervisor for past 5 years (304-289-2210)
2. David McGee, WVDOH D-5 Transportation Technologist; Project Supervisor for approximately 5 years, associate for 2 years (304-813-9872)
3. Adam Parrish, Carpet Contractor; associate for approximately 4 years. (304-257-9332)
4. Jay Roberts, Lead Electrician for Hardy County School System, WV, associate for 25 years. (304-358-2353)
5. Jerry Harris, Retired WVDOH; associate for 6 years (304-646-2090)
6. Mike Mullenax, Truck Driver; associate for 8 years (304-703-1581)
I realize that my work history does not portray as much experience in the field I’m applying for, but I feel that my ability to adapt to my surroundings and challenges will more than satisfy your expectations. I am reliable, dependable, honest and most of all, I am willing and able to learn. My education, just as my work history, is very well rounded. I also feel that my capability and desire to learn can only help in whatever job I’m performing.
