Vanesa Chavez
Denver
Summary
Detail-oriented Highway Maintenance Specialist skilled in pedestrian safety, traffic control, and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to enhance safety protocols and improve roadway conditions through effective collaboration and communication.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Highway Maintenance Specialist
Colorado Department of Transportation
Denver
03.2023 - Current
- Set up and maintained traffic control devices to comply with safety guidelines.
- Monitored road conditions and adjusted signage to improve safety.
- Communicated clearly with drivers and construction workers to prevent accidents.
- Directed traffic flow to enhance safety around work zones.
- Set up traffic control zones on the interstate and/or ramps by correctly deploying crash attenuator, traffic cones, and other items to close any necessary lanes
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate worksite activities effectively.
- Assisted in training new flaggers on proper signaling techniques and procedures.
- Responded promptly to received complaints and documented issues for follow-up.
- Fostered collaborative relationships with CDOT maintenance and equipment teams to enhance project efficiency.
CDL Instructor
Carter Truck Driving aAcademy
Commerce City
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Instructed students on vehicle operation, assessed performance, and guided maneuver execution on skills driving range and roadways during 4 to 12 hour shifts.
- Taught vehicle operation and handling techniques, including related computer skills.
- Conducted practical driving assessments to evaluate student proficiency in essential driving skills.
- Evaluated student proficiency in basic truck operations such as coupling and uncoupling trailers and pre trips.
Education
GED -
Auraria Campus
Denver CO05-2013
Skills
- Traffic analysis
- Work zone safety and equipment maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Incident reporting safety procedures and measures
- Pedestrian Safety
- Two-way radio proficiency
Timeline
Highway Maintenance Specialist
Colorado Department of Transportation
03.2023 - Current
CDL Instructor
Carter Truck Driving aAcademy
03.2022 - 03.2023
GED -
Auraria Campus