Antonio Morales
Newport News,VA
Summary
Enthusiastic Apprentice with hands-on experience in various fields. Strong grasp of practical skills, keen to learn and adapt quickly. Have demonstrated initiative in applying learned knowledge to real-world situations, resulting in significant impacts at previous workplaces. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities and inherent desire for continuous improvement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
O22 Apprentice
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA
10.2020 - Current
- Transferred from X36 Crane Rigger to O22 Apprentice in 2020.
- In the last four years, I have done staging, ship rigging, crane rigging, blocking, ventilation, and even setting pads.
- I have also had the opportunity to be a Makeup Foreman for 4 months straight in the MOF over Stage building, as well as being a Construction Supervisor for four months on Pier 3.
X36 Rigger
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA
09.2017 - 10.2020
- I worked with the Crane Crew at Dry Dock 12 for the first 3 years of my career at NNS.
- During this time, I became a qualified hook-on man and leg walker. I made small lifts under the hooks of the Wohler Cranes, and Super Lifts under the hooks of the 1050 Crane.
- Loaded shafts and wheels into the dock for CVN 79.
- Participated in the Island House Ceremony, the Christening, and even the removal of JFK from the Dry Dock.
- Was introduced to stage building during these years as well, working overtime with the stage builders when help was needed.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - X36 Rigging
The Apprentice School - Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA03-2025
High School Diploma -
Gloucester High School
Gloucester, VA06-2017
Skills
- Time Management
- Shows Progress in Production
- Works well with a team and individually
- Relationship Building
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient and Open minded with others
- Able to teach fellow workers
- Confident in the work i produce
- Safety awareness
- Flexible Schedule
- Problem-Solving
- Safety understanding
Affiliations
- I participate in sporting events outside of work as a team leader.
- Manage social sports for Clubwaka
Accomplishments
- Finished the National Society of Leadership and Success
- Went to Florida 2 years in a row for the National Society of Student Leaders
- Became President of the ASSA for my Senior year of my Apprenticeship
Timeline
O22 Apprentice
Newport News Shipbuilding
10.2020 - Current
X36 Rigger
Newport News Shipbuilding
09.2017 - 10.2020
Associate of Applied Science - X36 Rigging
The Apprentice School - Newport News Shipbuilding
High School Diploma -
Gloucester High School