Charles Hughes
Columbus,GA
Summary
Dedicated college student with a passion for learning and commitment to academic excellence. Proficient in time management, collaboration, and problem-solving. Thrives in dynamic academic environments and eager to contribute skills and enthusiasm to diverse projects and opportunities. Ambitious and driven individual ready and willing to work hard and learn from professionals. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Contractor
David Goins Painting and Remodeling
COLUMBUS, Georgia
06.2023 - Current
- Developed innovative solutions to challenging construction problems.
- Maintained records of all costs associated with each project, including labor expenses, material costs, equipment rentals.
- Provided technical advice on remodeling techniques that would improve structural integrity or aesthetic appeal.
- Cut lumber and drywall to specified sizes with power saws and hand tools.
- Installed cabinets, doors, windows and other interior fixtures according to blueprints and specifications.
- Constructed frames for walls, ceilings and floors using wood components.
- Installed roofing materials such as shingles, shakes, asphalt and metal roofing systems.
- Repaired damaged parts of buildings such as walls, floors and roofs.
- Assisted in the demolition of existing structures to prepare for remodeling projects.
- Tested continuity of circuits with testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and ammeters.
- Installed conduit for new wiring systems in commercial buildings.
- Inspected electrical equipment and systems to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair.
Engineering Tech Student
Columbus Technical College
COLUMBUS, Georgia
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted research on new materials and processes to optimize performance of mechanical systems.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while operating machinery or tools.
- Researched industry trends related to emerging technologies in machinery.
- Collaborated with other engineers throughout the product design process.
- Investigated potential solutions for complex mechanical problems.
- Researched and analyzed customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data.
- Documented results from all experiments conducted in lab notebooks.
- Created reports summarizing findings from various experiments or investigations into engineering problems and issues.
- Researched industry trends and developments related to engineering topics.
Automotive Technician
Custom Car and Bike
COLUMBUS, Georgia
01.2019 - 04.2023
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Replaced defective hardware components when needed.
- Cleaned and polished vehicles using wax, polishes, detergents, brushes, cloths, and buffing machines.
- Used steam cleaning equipment on carpets, mats, fabric seats, dashboards, consoles.
- Tested installed window tints for clarity, color accuracy, adherence.
- Dismantled old tints from car windows using scrapers or razor blades.
- Assisted with the installation of new equipment and systems as requested by customers.
- Assisted with the installation, operation and maintenance of radio systems.
Pool Builder
Pro Pools
Phenix City, Alabama
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Troubleshot existing pools by diagnosing problems with plumbing, electrical wiring or other components.
- Conducted site visits to assess pool construction needs and determined suitable materials and equipment.
- Assisted customers with selecting appropriate pool accessories such as lighting fixtures or decking materials.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines were met.
- Installed pumps, filters, heaters, skimmers, drains and other necessary equipment for pools.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning filter systems, checking water levels and inspecting electrical components.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Smiths Station High School
Smiths Station, AL05-2018
Columbus Technical College
Columbus, GASkills
- Research and analysis
- Active Learning
- Strategy implementation
- Media Relations
- Technical knowledge
- Work order processing
- Quality Control
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Analytical Skills
- Reliability
- Task Prioritization
- Excellent Communication
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Decision-Making
- General Labor
Timeline
Contractor
David Goins Painting and Remodeling
06.2023 - Current
Engineering Tech Student
Columbus Technical College
08.2022 - Current
Automotive Technician
Custom Car and Bike
01.2019 - 04.2023
Pool Builder
Pro Pools
05.2017 - 07.2018
High School Diploma -
Smiths Station High School
Columbus Technical College
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