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Chris Jones

Elgin

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Extensive artillery experience. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Concrete Finisher

South KC Improvement
Belton
06.2018 - 07.2023
  • Prepared concrete surfaces for finishing using various tools and techniques.
  • Mixed and poured concrete to ensure proper consistency and quality.
  • Applied sealants and finishes to enhance surface durability and appearance.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and safely.
  • Monitored weather conditions to determine optimal pouring times.
  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance on job sites.
  • Assisted in training new workers on finishing techniques and safety practices.
  • Leveled and smoothed freshly placed concrete with a straight edge or float.
  • Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.

Concrete Finisher

LJ Enterprises
Belton
11.2016 - 07.2023
  • Prepared concrete surfaces for finishing using various tools and techniques.
  • Mixed and poured concrete to ensure proper consistency and quality.
  • Applied sealants and finishes to enhance surface durability and appearance.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and safely.
  • Monitored weather conditions to determine optimal pouring times.
  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance on job sites.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during concrete operations.
  • Assisted in training new workers on finishing techniques and safety practices.
  • Leveled and smoothed freshly placed concrete with a straight edge or float.
  • Finished surfaces by hand-troweling or machine-troweling for a smooth finish.
  • Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
  • Assisted in setting up formwork prior to pouring concrete.
  • Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.

Landscape Groundskeeper

Jeff Brummett Visuals
Belton
03.2014 - 11.2016
  • Maintained landscape aesthetics through regular mowing and trimming of plants.
  • Operated landscaping equipment including mowers, trimmers, and blowers effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute seasonal landscape designs efficiently.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on tools and equipment for safe operation.
  • Monitored plant health and reported issues to senior staff for timely resolution.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all landscaping activities.
  • Performed minor repairs to irrigation systems, sprinklers, and other landscaping tools.
  • Operated various equipment such as tractors, lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, and leaf blowers.
  • Installed retaining walls, fences, decks and other structures as needed.
  • Assisted with snow removal operations during winter months using shovels or snow blowers.

Field Artillery Cannoneer

United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville
02.2005 - 01.2010
  • Operated artillery systems during live-fire exercises and training missions.
  • Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of artillery equipment and ammunition.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure safety protocols were strictly followed.
  • Conducted routine inspections of field artillery to ensure operational readiness.
  • Loaded and unloaded ammunition efficiently under high-pressure conditions.
  • Supported tactical operations by providing accurate fire support and targeting information.
  • Trained new recruits on equipment handling and operational procedures effectively.
  • Communicated mission updates clearly to maintain unit cohesion during operations.
  • Directed crew members in loading, unloading heavy ordnance onto, off transport vehicles.
  • Developed firing tables based on terrain analysis data to accurately predict trajectories of rounds fired from cannons.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubrication, and adjustments to artillery pieces.
  • Maintained records of all training activities related to field artillery operations.
  • Identified targets using binoculars or telescopic sights while observing impacts of rounds fired by friendly forces during engagements with enemy combatants.
  • Operated and maintained the M777A2 Howitzer, M119A3 Howitzer, and M109A6 Paladin self-propelled howitzers.
  • Provided technical guidance on advanced field artillery tactics, techniques, and procedures.
  • Employed ground weapons such as howitzers and vehicle-mounted guns to support combat operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Belton High School
Belton, MO
05-2004

Skills

  • Time management
  • Project coordination
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Communication and conflict resolution
  • Subject matter expert (SME) in artillery and maintenance
  • Repair and maintenance on construction equipment
  • Safety compliance

Accomplishments

  • Good Conduct Medal
  • Combat Action Ribbon
  • Achieved the rank of Corporal in United States Marines
  • Artillery Training Gunners Course
  • Meritorious Mast

Affiliations

  • Deployment- September 22nd, 2006 to April 5th, 2007-Camp Fallujah, Iraq-India Battery 3/12
  • Deployment- October 2007 to April 2008-Camp Fallujah, Spiteful Battery
  • Retired USMC in 2010

Timeline

Concrete Finisher

South KC Improvement
06.2018 - 07.2023

Concrete Finisher

LJ Enterprises
11.2016 - 07.2023

Landscape Groundskeeper

Jeff Brummett Visuals
03.2014 - 11.2016

Field Artillery Cannoneer

United States Marine Corps
02.2005 - 01.2010

High School Diploma -

Belton High School

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