Emosi Qicatabua

• Operate saws to cut logs into lumber of specified size and quality.
• Inspect lumber for defects and grade according to standards.
• Sharpen blades on saws using grinding wheels or other tools.
• Measure boards for length and width using a tape measure or calipers.
• Monitor the flow of lumber through the milling process.
• Clean work area of debris created during production cycle.
• Perform minor repairs on machinery components when needed.
• Lubricate moving parts of milling machines and other related equipment.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed while operating machinery.
• Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
• Adhered to safety guidelines regarding equipment operation to reduce accident risk.
• Selected and installed saw blades according to established safety measures.
• Positioned guides, stops, holding blocks and other fixtures to secure and direct workpiece.
• Identified equipment issues using troubleshooting techniques to keep machinery fully operational during shifts.
• Conducted inspections of equipment before, during and after shifts to prevent project delays and resolve issues.
• Verified dimensions of finished workpieces, using measuring devices.
• Inspected stock to identify imperfections, assign grades and determine issues with production.
• Operated saw to cut along scribed lines.
• Counted, sorted and stacked finished workpieces.
• Trimmed lumber to straighten rough edges or remove defects.
• Used hand tools to adjust bolts, clamps, stops and guides.
• Lubricated and clean machines with grease guns or solvents.

• Organized detours and adjusted signal timing to accommodate special events or construction projects.
• Provided assistance to motorists who experienced difficulty navigating through congested areas.
• Responded quickly to emergency situations by providing direction to drivers and managing the flow of vehicular traffic.
• Directed traffic flow and monitored intersections to ensure the safe passage of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.
• Utilized two-way radios for communication between dispatchers or other field personnel concerning changes in traffic conditions due to accidents or inclement weather.
• Monitored roadways for hazardous conditions such as potholes or debris that could cause accidents or impede travel times.
• Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding changes in traffic patterns or new construction projects that impacted existing routes.
• Installed traffic control devices, such as signs, signals, and pavement markings, for proper installation and visibility.
• Managed setup and removal of temporary traffic control equipment and signs.
• Assembled traffic cones and pathways for vehicles and pedestrians.
• Directed pedestrians across busy streets and around construction sites.

My experience working for Mahirakau for 11 years is included in the below details.

• Thin plantation trees under 200mm stump diameter to waste.
• Operated chainsaw and brush cutter to cut trees and brush.
• Demonstrate knowledge of thinning plantation trees and equipment used.
• Demonstrate knowledge of tree felling.
• Demonstrate knowledge of environmental requirements in forestry operations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and contribute to, work site health and safety for commercial forestry operation.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the rules relating to chainsaw use.
• Demonstrate knowledge of protection of personal safety at vegetation fires.
• Provide First Aid.
• Provide basic life support.
• Protected workers from accidents by implementing proper safety procedures.
• Maintained trails, roads, firebreaks, and other forest access routes.
• Cut down trees with chainsaws or axes as necessary to clear land.
• Performed regular maintenance on tools and equipment used in forestry operations.
• Responded quickly to emergency situations involving fires or hazardous conditions.

• Inspected roads regularly for any signs of damage or deterioration.
• Repaired potholes and cracks on the pavement using hand tools and a patching machine.
• Loaded trucks with necessary materials like asphalt, sand, gravel. for road repairs.
• Assisted in setting up traffic control devices at construction sites.
• Conducted minor maintenance tasks such as changing oil filters, replacing hoses.
• Cleaned debris from roadsides and shoulders to ensure safety of motorists.
• Ensured that all safety standards were adhered to while working onsite.
• Removed trees, shrubs, logs and other obstacles that may impede travel along the roadway.
• Installed signs warning drivers of potential hazards ahead or speed limits in certain areas.
• Measured distances between points to determine grade elevations and calculate slopes of road surfaces.
• Utilized specialized equipment such as jackhammers to break up concrete surfaces prior to resurfacing them with asphalt or concrete mixers.
• Applied sealants over cracks in order to prevent further damage due to weather conditions.
• Dug trenches for drainage systems along the sides of roads or bridges.
• Directed traffic around construction sites during peak hours.
• Performed emergency repairs during inclement weather or after accidents occur.
• Coordinated with other workers on job-sites regarding expected timelines and completion dates.
• Assisted with roadway projects and highway repairs by controlling traffic patterns.
• Flagged motorists to provide warning of obstacles and repair work.
• Repaired roadway signs, fences and other structures.
• Erected signs and cones to divert traffic in active work areas.
• Measured locations for installation of markers, utilizing tape, string or chalk.