Rusty Parrish
Savannah
Summary
Results-driven General Foreman with over 8 years in construction and maintenance. Expertise in customer service, mechanical repairs, and safety compliance. Skilled in team management and technical problem-solving, leading cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions that boost operational efficiency and project success.
Overview
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Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
wet construction field service lead
kelvion
Catoosa
04.2026 - Current
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Resolved customer issues with expert knowledge and friendly service, leading to increased satisfaction.
- Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction by addressing problems with friendly, informed assistance.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked collaboratively with diverse teams to meet goals and address product service issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align efforts and achieve key objectives.
- Introduced innovative solutions that improved team performance and achieved project goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Cooling Tower Technician
OBR Cooling Towers
Northwood
11.2025 - 04.2026
- Climbed various heights on multiple structures safely and efficiently to repair equipment.
- Operated drills, saws, and ladders for tower installation and maintenance.
- Installed cooling tower components following safety guidelines and protocols.
- Removed old towers and facilitated construction of new installations.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety issues.
- Inspected towers for safety compliance with industry standards.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems to maintain system efficiency.
- Replaced faulty components in order to resolve network connectivity issues quickly.
- Operated hand tools and equipment for assembly and repairs on-site.
- Maintained clean work areas to promote safety and organization standards.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks within scheduled timelines.
- Documented service reports detailing inspections and repairs performed on equipment.
- Followed company procedures for handling hazardous materials safely and responsibly.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices in cooling tower operations and safety.
- Installed new components or upgraded existing ones in the cooling towers when necessary.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks on the cooling towers to ensure optimal performance.
- Investigated and corrected problems with electrical and mechanical components.
- Repaired leaks in pipes, valves, gaskets, and other components of the system.
- Inspected and maintained cooling tower components, such as fans, motors, pumps, and heat exchangers.
- Adhered to plant safety and environmental policies and procedures at all times.
Forklift Operator
Kelvin Brown Logging
Savannah
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Operated forklifts to move logs and materials safely within the yard.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with precision to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Operated heavy machinery to load and unload materials efficiently.
- Operated levers and controls to effectively load, unload, and stack materials using lifting devices.
- Inspected equipment and performed routine maintenance for optimal performance.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment for all staff.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate loading schedules and tasks.
- Assisted in inventory management by organizing materials in designated areas.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to promote safety and efficiency standards.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Performed inspections and made repairs on tractors.
General Foreman
international cooling towers
Deer Park
11.2022 - 04.2025
- Oversaw all aspects of construction including scheduling personnel and supplies.
- Supervised and coordinated activities of workers engaged in construction, repair, and maintenance of structures.
- Led a team of 8 workers to efficiently complete tasks and meet project goals. of 8 workers to complete tasks in an efficient manner.
- Conducted regular safety meetings with crew members to ensure safe practices are being used during operations.
- Coordinated with teams to ensure adherence to safety protocols.
- Followed rules and regulations to keep job sites safe for workers, contractors and visitors.
- Inspected work sites and equipment to ensure safety regulations are followed.
- Analyzed job sites to mitigate risks.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Trained and mentored junior team members on safety procedures and equipment handling.
- Trained team members in best practices and company standards.
- Provided technical guidance to crew members when needed.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications prior to starting job to fully understand project scope.
- Interpreted blueprints and job orders to workers and assigned duties.
- Documented labor hours, crew attendance and individual performance.
- Scheduled regular maintenance checks on heavy machinery used at worksite.
- Monitored equipment and resources daily for job site, performing scheduled preventive maintenance.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with quality control standards.
- Resolved conflicts between employees regarding work assignments or job performance issues.
- Assisted foreman and project manager to execute job layout plan.
- Supervised daily operations and workflow in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Directed fabrication of components needed for specific jobs.
- Managed workers at various experience levels in construction and restoration projects.
Cooling Tower Technician
cooling tower depot
Golden
02.2019 - 04.2025
- Conducted routine inspections of cooling tower systems for optimal performance.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety issues.
- Installed cooling tower components following safety guidelines and protocols.
- Facilitated troubleshooting of mechanical problems, enhancing system efficiency.
- Performed troubleshooting to fix malfunctions and issues.
- Replaced faulty parts in the cooling towers as needed.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks on the cooling towers to ensure optimal performance.
- Installed new components or upgraded existing ones in the cooling towers.
- Ascended multiple structures to perform necessary equipment repairs and maintenance. on multiple structures safely and efficiently to repair equipment.
- Conducted tower inspections to ensure safety compliance with industry standards.
- Documented all work performed on towers, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Documented service reports detailing inspections and repairs performed on equipment.
- Used hand and power tools to perform maintenance and troubleshooting duties.
- Operated hand tools and equipment for assembly and repairs on-site.
- Operated various tools including drills, saws, ladders and other equipment related to tower installation or maintenance.
- Dismantled old cell sites in preparation for new installations or upgrades.
- Checked equipment with reported issues to determine safety, evaluate performance and identify root causes of problems.
- Implemented safety protocols during maintenance and repair operations consistently.
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices in cooling tower operations and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks within scheduled timelines.
- Followed company procedures for handling hazardous materials safely and responsibly.
- Read and interpreted drawings, piping diagrams, job specifications, mounting specs and testing procedures.
Tower Technician
OBR Cooling Towers
Northwood
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Installed cooling tower components, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and protocols to maintain operational integrity.
- Climbed heights on structures to access and repair equipment safely. on multiple structures safely and efficiently to repair equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections to assess maintenance needs and address safety issues, enhancing overall equipment reliability.
- Operated various tools including drills, saws, ladders and other equipment related to tower installation or maintenance.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time, contributing to successful team outcomes and project timelines.
- Maintained clean work areas to promote safety and organization standards.
- Followed company procedures for handling hazardous materials safely and responsibly.
Timber cutter/Skidder Operator
american forstery
Savannah
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Operated skidder to transport logs across challenging terrain, ensuring timely delivery for processing.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance safety and efficiency of logging operations.
- Operated skidder to clear land for logging operations.
- Drove crawler or wheeled tractors to transport logs from felling sites for processing and loading.
- Utilized tools and equipment to lift, move, and bunch logs, optimizing workflow during logging operations.
- Used tree harvesters to fell trees, shear off tree limbs and cut trees into desired lengths.
- Maintained skidder, including lubricating parts and replacing filters.
- Monitored fuel levels and performed refueling of skidder.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during logging activities.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent workplace accidents and injuries.
- Ensured all safety procedures were followed while operating machinery.
- Performed physical and visual quality control inspections at different stages in the process to quickly identify issues.
- Inspected materials for quality and consistency before processing.
- Inspected equipment or facilities to determine condition or maintenance needs.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Trained new employees in safe operation of the skidder.
- Communicated regularly with other crew members to coordinate tasks.
- Operated equipment to complete logging jobs on-time and under-budget.
- Adjusted cable tension and grapple settings based on type of load being transported.
- Assessed terrain and determined best routes for skidding logs.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines effectively.
- Graded and stacked logs into appropriate locations for further processing or transportation.
- Built logging roads for team use and maintained clear paths for easy movement of equipment.
- Operated tractors for building or repairing logging and skid roads.
- Repaired minor mechanical issues using hand tools.
- Monitored engine performance and addressed any issues that arose.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Adjusted machine settings based on type of material being cut.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems with cutting machines in a timely manner.
- Removed brush, stumps, and other debris from work areas to maintain a safe environment. of brush, stumps and other debris.
- Removed debris from work area to ensure safety and efficiency during operations. and obstacles from work area to facilitate smooth operations.
- Operated chainsaws and other power tools to complete production requirements.
- Hooked chains to logs according to safety procedures.
- Labeled materials with job numbers and piece marks to ensure proper identification during processing. with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Labeled materials with job numbers and piece marks to ensure proper identification during processing. with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems with cutting machines in a timely manner.
Cooling Tower Technician
GEA Heat exchangers
05.2013 - 01.2015
- Conducted routine inspections of cooling tower systems for optimal performance.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks on the cooling towers to ensure optimal performance.
- Performed maintenance tasks on mechanical components and water treatment systems.
- Troubleshot and resolved system malfunctions to restore optimal performance.
- Replaced faulty parts in cooling towers to maintain operational efficiency.
- Installed new components or upgraded existing ones in the cooling towers.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service delivery and compliance.
- Implemented and enforced safety protocols during maintenance and repair operations to ensure compliance and safety.
Deckhand
Tennessee Valley Towing
Paducah
05.2011 - 03.2013
- Operated deck equipment to facilitate safe and efficient towing operations.
- Secured cargo using proper tie-down techniques and equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections of safety gear and equipment to maintain safety standards on board.
- Collaborated with crew to execute emergency response drills.
- Followed captain's instructions for docking procedures.
- Secured handling lines and moorings to prevent drift of vessels and ensure operational safety. and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
- Performed safety checks on all equipment and gear prior to use.
- Participated in drills and exercises to prepare for fire, collision or other emergencies.
- Assisted with minor renovation or repair to keep boat in operable condition.
- Ensured that all required safety protocols were followed while underway.
- Used lines, wires and stationary winches to build and break tow.
- Followed strict guidelines related to hazardous materials handling aboard ship.
- Inspected firefighting, lifesaving and other equipment on boat to maintain functionality.
- Stood watch in high-density traffic areas under extreme weather and sea conditions to support navigation rules.
- Stored food items safely in order to reduce spoilage during long journeys.
- Organized tools and supplies needed for onboard repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Inspected hulls for damages or corrosion when entering or leaving port.
- Conducted regular maintenance on deck machinery such as winches, pumps, cranes.
- Checked navigation lights regularly to ensure they were functioning properly.
- Liaised with crew to prepare barges for product loading and discharging.
- Assisted in launching lifeboats during emergency drills or real-life situations.
- Spliced and repaired ropes, wire cables or cordage.
- Chipped and cleaned rust spots on decks, superstructures or sides of ships.
- Recorded inventory of supplies and equipment on board for operational readiness. and equipment inventory.
- Maintained government-issued certifications.
- Examined machinery to verify pressures or lubricant flows.
- Assisted engineers in repairing or adjusting machinery.
fellerbuncher operator
oakley forest products
florence
01.2010 - 03.2012
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Operated heavy machinery to complete excavation and construction tasks efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure safe and optimal performance.
- Conducted pre-operation checklists on all assigned machines prior to use each day.
- Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for all team members.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hardin County High School
Savannah, TN05-1997
Skills
- Cooling tower maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Mechanical repairs
- Inspection procedures
- Safety compliance
- Project coordination
- Problem resolution
- Workload management
- Team management
- Task prioritization
- Multitasking
- Reliability under pressure
- Independent decision making
- Safety training
- Problem solving
Certification
- twic card
Timeline
wet construction field service lead
kelvion
04.2026 - Current
Cooling Tower Technician
OBR Cooling Towers
11.2025 - 04.2026
Forklift Operator
Kelvin Brown Logging
04.2025 - 11.2025
General Foreman
international cooling towers
11.2022 - 04.2025
Cooling Tower Technician
cooling tower depot
02.2019 - 04.2025
Tower Technician
OBR Cooling Towers
02.2017 - 02.2019
Timber cutter/Skidder Operator
american forstery
02.2015 - 01.2017
Cooling Tower Technician
GEA Heat exchangers
05.2013 - 01.2015
Deckhand
Tennessee Valley Towing
05.2011 - 03.2013
fellerbuncher operator
oakley forest products
01.2010 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
Hardin County High School