Branden Edwards
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
Experienced laborer with a diverse work history, demonstrating strong skills in various trades and exceptional customer service. Proven ability to prioritize tasks and exceed expectations in all job responsibilities. Open to relocation and authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Service Technician
Spire Pest Control
Virginia Beach, VA
04.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections of residential and commercial properties to identify pest infestations and determine the most effective treatment plan
- Applied pesticides in accordance with safety regulations and industry best practices to eliminate pests while minimizing environmental impact
- Educated clients on pest prevention measures, providing tailored recommendations to address specific infestation concerns
General Laborer
Old Line Construction, Inc.
Dunkirk, MD
10.2024 - Current
- Executed diverse physical labor tasks, including lifting heavy objects and operating machinery.
- Maintained organized work area to promote safety and operational efficiency
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Followed supervisor instructions to perform assigned tasks accurately and efficiently.
Utility Locator
UtiliQuest
Portsmouth, VA
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Locate utilities as instructed
- Customer Service
- Damage prevention
Delivery Driver
V&N Trucking
Hampton, VA
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Sort packages as needed
- Transport packages as instructed
- Deliver to proper locations in appropriate timeframe
- Scan and log each package as delivered
Field Service Technician
OESSCO
Chesapeake, VA
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Fix gas dispensers and nozzles
- Service underground and above ground pumps as instructed
- Install and maintain equipment
- Customer service
Wireless Technician
Central Radio Company Inc.
Norfolk, VA
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Inspected and maintained electrical systems
- Resolved technical issues with hardware
- Conducted inspections according to accepted guidelines
Cemetery Caretaker
National Cemetery Administration
Hampton, VA
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Field Operation duties (operating utility vehicles, pickup/deliver supplies and equipment)
- Prepare daily interments
- Administrative Operations (greet visitors, respond to questions/requests, preparing paperwork related to interment processes, assuring deadlines and necessary information and procedures are met, entering data to generate necessary records as needed, and coordinating burials)
Tugboat Deckhand
Stevens Towing
Charleston, SC
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Handling lines
- Towing barges
- Boat maintenance, and other duties as needed.
Cargo Surveyor
Control Union
Chesapeake, VA
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Inspect cargo ships
- Collect samples as instructed.
Material Handler
Quantem Aviation Services
Norfolk, VA
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Moving packages
- Cleaning warehouse
- Customer service duties (TEMP. JOB)
Tank Cleaner
Mid Atlantic Coating
Newport News, VA
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Clean debris from tanks as instructed
- Provide maintenance for the tanks
Supply Utilityman
Military Sealift Command
Norfolk, VA
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Clean and maintain staterooms
- Painting
- Stocking and arranging supplies as needed
Education
High School Diploma - General Education
Churchland High School
Portsmouth, VA06.2011
Skills
- Communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge
- Cash handling
- Python programming
- Sales expertise
- Customer service and support
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Electrical systems experience
- Software troubleshooting and development
- Network security management
- Writing proficiency
- Computer networking and operation
- Phone etiquette and customer interaction
- Help desk support
- Leadership abilities
- Operating systems knowledge
- Computer Networking
Certification
- Driver's License November 2022 to November 2030
- Rigging December 2024 to December 2026
Timeline
Field Service Technician
Spire Pest Control
04.2025 - Current
General Laborer
Old Line Construction, Inc.
10.2024 - Current
Utility Locator
UtiliQuest
01.2024 - 07.2024
Delivery Driver
V&N Trucking
11.2023 - 12.2023
Field Service Technician
OESSCO
03.2023 - 09.2023
Wireless Technician
Central Radio Company Inc.
07.2022 - 09.2022
Cemetery Caretaker
National Cemetery Administration
03.2022 - 06.2022
Tugboat Deckhand
Stevens Towing
10.2021 - 12.2021
Cargo Surveyor
Control Union
04.2021 - 10.2021
Material Handler
Quantem Aviation Services
08.2019 - 10.2019
Tank Cleaner
Mid Atlantic Coating
10.2018 - 04.2019
Supply Utilityman
Military Sealift Command
08.2017 - 06.2018
High School Diploma - General Education
Churchland High School