Overview
Work History
Education
Timeline
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Tennessee Knapp

Beverley

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Funeral Assistant

Congress Funerals
  • Supported funeral director with all facets of funeral service coordination.
  • Greeted funeral guests and coordinated seating.
  • Drove company vehicles to transport remains or families to services.
  • Welcomed families and visitors into facility and guided into appropriate visitation rooms or chapel.
  • Prepared facilities for funeral visitations and memorial services, arranging chairs and flower arrangements and setting up sign-in books and memorial cards.
  • Carried flowers to hearses or limousines for transportation to churches and places of interment.
  • Set up flowers, opened and closed caskets and acted as pallbearer.
  • Provided personal assistance, emotional support and personal care to clients.
  • Transported caskets from morgue to reserved rooms to prepare caskets for viewing.
  • Met with over families to plan funerals by discussing service options and needs.

Traffic Controller

CB Traffic Solutions
02.2025 - Current

As per other Traffic companies

Traffic Controller

Rural Traffic Services
04.2022 - Current
  • Communicated with team members using hand signals and radios.
  • Partnered with crew members to use stop and slow paddles for multi-directional traffic control.
  • Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
  • Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
  • Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
  • Assisted in minimizing road congestion during peak hours, by effectively managing traffic signals and controlling vehicle movement.
  • Placed cones, signs and barrels to keep vehicles out of dangerous spaces.
  • Directed traffic in construction sites to maintain safe conditions for workers and motorists.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges such as severe weather or accidents, promptly adjusting strategies to maintain smooth traffic flow.
  • Updated signage with correct speeds and delay warnings based on daily conditions.
  • Maintained a safe work environment for construction crews by implementing appropriate traffic control measures during projects.
  • Worked with foreman to create effective temporary traffic control schemes.
  • Stood for Number hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
  • Ensured compliance with local regulations through the strict enforcement of traffic laws and permit requirements within construction zones.
  • Improved traffic flow by efficiently coordinating and directing vehicular movements at assigned intersections.
  • Trained new traffic controllers to properly use traffic control devices and apply best practices.
  • Reduced accident rates at critical locations with the implementation of effective traffic control strategies.
  • Contributed to the successful completion of numerous construction projects by providing reliable traffic management solutions in adherence to project timelines and budgets.
  • Received recognition for consistently maintaining high levels of professionalism while interacting with drivers and pedestrians, promoting positive public relations.
  • Enhanced driver safety by diligently monitoring road conditions and conducting necessary adjustments to signal timings.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on traffic control devices to manage wear and tear.
  • Expedited emergency response times by swiftly managing lane closures and rerouting traffic around accident scenes.
  • Strengthened interdepartmental relationships by collaborating with colleagues from various agencies, ensuring seamless coordination during joint operations.
  • Developed and implemented traffic control plans for special events to achieve smooth and organized flow.
  • Enhanced public safety with meticulous adherence to traffic control signs and signals.

Traffic Controller

Advanced Traffic Management
06.2019 - 02.2021
  • Communicated with team members using hand signals and radios.
  • Partnered with crew members to use stop and slow paddles for multi-directional traffic control.
  • Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
  • Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
  • Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
  • Assisted in minimizing road congestion during peak hours, by effectively managing traffic signals and controlling vehicle movement.
  • Placed cones, signs and barrels to keep vehicles out of dangerous spaces.
  • Directed traffic in construction sites to maintain safe conditions for workers and motorists.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges such as severe weather or accidents, promptly adjusting strategies to maintain smooth traffic flow.
  • Updated signage with correct speeds and delay warnings based on daily conditions.
  • Maintained a safe work environment for construction crews by implementing appropriate traffic control measures during projects.
  • Worked with foreman to create effective temporary traffic control schemes.
  • Stood for Number hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
  • Ensured compliance with local regulations through the strict enforcement of traffic laws and permit requirements within construction zones.
  • Reduced accident rates at critical locations with the implementation of effective traffic control strategies.
  • Improved traffic flow by efficiently coordinating and directing vehicular movements at assigned intersections.
  • Trained new traffic controllers to properly use traffic control devices and apply best practices.
  • Received recognition for consistently maintaining high levels of professionalism while interacting with drivers and pedestrians, promoting positive public relations.
  • Provided timely communication to motorists regarding road closures, detours, or other changes in traffic patterns through electronic message boards and signage placement.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on traffic control devices to manage wear and tear.
  • Enhanced public safety with meticulous adherence to traffic control signs and signals.

Meat Processor

Minerva
04.2016 - 09.2019
  • Maintained sharpness of tools for precise cuts and optimal safety during meat processing tasks.
  • Achieved compliance with all health regulations through diligent attention to cleanliness standards during processing operations.
  • Reduced waste and improved yield through careful monitoring of cutting and trimming procedures.
  • Participated in ongoing training initiatives to stay current on industry trends and best practices for meat processing operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Ensured consistent product quality by adhering to strict sanitation standards and company guidelines.
  • Mitigated risk of cross-contamination by strictly adhering to company guidelines on separation protocols for different types of meats.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by accurately fulfilling custom orders and special requests.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency within the facility by regularly reviewing operational procedures for areas needing improvement.
  • Cut meat products with slicing equipment according to size specifications.
  • Decontaminated work areas using sprayers to apply cleaning and disinfecting solutions.
  • Sanitized surfaces to maintain cleanliness of food service area.
  • Packed meat in Styrofoam, plastic and paper packaging and weighed on scale for pricing.
  • Packaged and attached labeling to various meat selections.
  • Cleaned and maintained equipment used in cutting and trimming, complying with hygiene and sanitation standards.
  • Operated grinders, mincers and other equipment to process meat, poultry and fish.

Builder Assistant

BGC Residential
02.2004 - 02.2007
  • Reduced material waste through careful management of resources and precise measurements.
  • Improved project completion times by effectively coordinating with team members and performing assigned tasks.
  • Assisted in the installation of fixtures, wiring, and plumbing systems, ensuring adherence to local codes and regulations.
  • Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely delivery of materials, contributing to efficient workflows.
  • Supported skilled workers in completing complex tasks, resulting in high-quality finished products for clients.
  • Ensured safety compliance on job sites by maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
  • Contributed to environmental sustainability efforts through proper disposal of waste materials and recycling when possible.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various building techniques, enhancing overall skill set as a Builder Assistant.
  • Performed essential maintenance tasks, prolonging the lifespan of tools and equipment used on job sites.
  • Strengthened teamwork within construction crews by actively communicating progress updates daily during shift changes or meetings.

Education

Year 10 - Schooling

Northam Senior High School
WA
08.1985

Timeline

Traffic Controller

CB Traffic Solutions
02.2025 - Current

Traffic Controller

Rural Traffic Services
04.2022 - Current

Traffic Controller

Advanced Traffic Management
06.2019 - 02.2021

Meat Processor

Minerva
04.2016 - 09.2019

Builder Assistant

BGC Residential
02.2004 - 02.2007

Funeral Assistant

Congress Funerals

Year 10 - Schooling

Northam Senior High School
Tennessee Knapp