Alexandria Shurland
Newport News,VA
Summary
Experienced in EHS training and OSHA enforcement with certification. MOT VDOT training. Expertise in hot-work power-tool operation. Proficient in utilizing Microsoft for 10+ years. Skilled in applying protective coatings throughout naval vessels, including flight decks, VLS, and various tanks. Possessing mechanical knowledge and experience in maintenance tasks for more than a decade. Committed to following safety procedures to ensure the protection of personnel and equipment. Diligent throughout operations. Inspection of work space and personnel. maintaining clean work areas with the use of water and solvents. Enforcement and use of proper PPE throughout work area, task and operations. Construction professional with solid foundation in hands-on construction work and project management. Known for exceptional team collaboration and effective problem-solving to meet project goals. Highly adaptable, ensuring seamless operations under changing project demands. Skilled in equipment operation, blueprint reading, and material handling.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
Certification
Work History
Construction Technician
Allan Myers
Chesapeake, VA
11.2023 - Current
- Assisting company in the successful development and completion of various projects
- Training and being trained in several aspects of excavation in dirt work
- Demolishing and excavation: using a wide rage of heavy machine such as excavators, Forklift, skitsteer and off-road to extract, transfer, and load material need to complete task at hand for project over all completion
- Carpentry: labor ready assisting in all hands on, cutting rebar, welding, building/fixing / and maintaining pits for materials (slurry), loading trucks, digging pits, filling pits (concrete) & concrete prep, operating pumps and effective communicating with water treatment and drillers
- Fire watch and hot work: assisting in safety of co-workers using power tools
- Using power tools for completion of several task
- Sledgehammer 15-20 pounds/ various saws/ Drills/ etc
- Preparation and completion of concrete and finished paving
- EHS and OSHA Safety
- Live traffic training and preparation
- Fueling and checking daily maintenance on equipment
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Technician
HRCP
Hampton, VA
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Assist in building the Hampton road bridge with various different teams and task such as M.O.T: where I ensured safety for the road workers and traffic on the bridge, installed & dissembled closures, cleared of all hazardous materials
- OSHA 10 and EHS trained & certified
- Demolishing and excavation: using a wide rage of heavy machine such as excavators, Forklift, skitsteer and off-road to extract, transfer, and load material need to complete task at hand for project over all completion
- Jet grout: labor ready assisting in all hands on, cutting rebar, welding, building/fixing / and maintaining pits for materials (slurry), loading trucks, digging pits, filling pits (concrete) & concrete prep, operating pumps and effective communicating with water treatment and drillers
- Fire watch and hot work: assisting in safety of co-workers using power tools
- Using power tools for the task of several task
- Sledgehammer 15 pound/ various saws/ Drills/ etc
Industrial Painter
Venture Dynamics
Portsmouth, VA
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted in the training of new team members, sharing knowledge about best practices for industrial painting applications.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking to achieve optimal results.
- Demonstrated attention to detail in every aspect of the painting process, resulting in consistent high-quality workmanship.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Selected appropriate coatings based on specific job requirements, maximizing performance and durability while minimizing environmental impact.
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
Grain Inspector
Perdue
Chesapeake, VA
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Reduced grading errors by consistently adhering to standardized guidelines and procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of grain inspections, meeting client deadlines.
- Utilized specialized tools such as moisture meters, test weight scales, sieves, dividers, magnifying glasses during inspections.
- Enhanced grain quality assessment by implementing advanced inspection techniques and equipment.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures during all inspections.
- Assisted in the development of training materials for new grain inspectors, ensuring consistent skill levels within the team.
- Supported regulatory compliance efforts by conducting regular audits of internal inspection processes and documentation.
Brush and Roll Painter
Detyens Shipyards Inc.
Charleston, SC
06.2015 - 11.2017
- Apply protective coverings such as masking tape to articles/areas that could possibly be damaged/stained
- SP-1 work areas using water and solvents
- Follow safety procedures to ensure protection of passengers, cargo and vessels
- Perform surface preparation SP-3 SP-11
- Responsible for applying protective coatings on various vessel surfaces; Interior and exterior
- Accomplished seamless blending between old paintwork areas with new applications using careful color matching techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational environmental health and safety
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR03.2025
Associate of Arts - General Studies/ computer science
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Charlottesville, VA05.2021
Skills
- Detail oriented
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- OSHA certified
- Conduct safety audits
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office
- Conduct risk assessments
- Implement/adhere safety procedures
- Environmental Services
- Heavy Equipment Operations
- Analytic savvy
- Documentation and record keeping
Certification
CSP
BDLS
OSHA 10
OSHA 30
BLS
CPR/ First-Aid/ AED
Bloodborne Pathogens
VDot: MOT
FireWatch NAVSRA 009-07,CFR 1915.508,CFR 1910- 146
VSRA WAF & Tag-out/ Hot-Work/ Power-Tools
Timeline
Construction Technician
Allan Myers
11.2023 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Technician
HRCP
04.2022 - 11.2023
Industrial Painter
Venture Dynamics
03.2021 - 12.2022
Grain Inspector
Perdue
01.2018 - 03.2021
Brush and Roll Painter
Detyens Shipyards Inc.
06.2015 - 11.2017
Associate of Arts - General Studies/ computer science
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Bachelor of Science - Occupational environmental health and safety
Arkansas State University
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