CHRISTOPHER BOLDEN
Washington,DC
Summary
20 years in the construction field. Inspecting and Quality control work. A Track Repairer with over 10 years of track repairing and inspecting experience. Also A Business Owner with 6 years experience growing and operating a business seeking to help strengthen the team through my proven skills in customer service, computer literacy, and problem-solving.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
CES Consulting
Washington, DC
12.2022 - Current
- Overseeing contractors and making sure they are completing work in accordance to site plans.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining performance, quality and defect rates.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production and efficiency problems.
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
Utility Locator
J Fletcher Creamer & Son
Beltsville, MD
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Analyzing blueprints to determine where construction projects will take place
- Using magnetic, radar and electrical equipment to locate lines
- Utilizing GPS or surveying equipment to pinpoint coordinates of lines
- Performing calculations to arrive at the depth of lines
- Preparing diagrams and sketches that show the location of lines
- Compiling gathered data and prepared images into professional reports
- Inspecting areas following the completion of renovations or new construction to check utility lines
- Participating in planning or inspection meetings to present findings
- Used paint, flags and other methods to communicate utility information to excavators and other appropriate personnel.
Track Repairer Class
WMATA
Washington, DC
01.2011 - 09.2021
- Worked as a lead track repairer responsible for performing skilled labor tasks and/or assisting other personnel in removing, repairing, installing, flagging, welding, grinding, or fabricating various track parts.
- Also performs flagging, welding, grinding, fabrication, removing, repairing, installing, and scheduled maintenance on assigned tracks and structures performs preventive, scheduled, unscheduled, or corrective maintenance in subways, on aerials, and on ballasted track sections using precision measuring equipment such as track levels and gauges to test for deviation from WMATA track standards Operates hand drills, core drills, track drills, rail saws, chain saws, profile grinders, surface grinders, hand tampers, generators, and other track machines related to track and structure work powered by gasoline, diesel, hydraulic, electric, or air.
- Maintains hand tools and air tools by performing scheduled maintenance, lubricating, and cleaning Sets up and works from scaffolding, ladders, and other high-reach or specialized equipment as required in assigned work.
- Completes documentation and reports for the repair and maintenance of track-related components when required by using proper forms and methods; prepares requisitions for parts from supply storeroom
- Provides assistance in snow emergencies and emergencies which require repairs to track or structures involved in incidents, accidents or derailments.
- Worked as lead track Inspector communicating with Central control about our locations. Also reading plans, locating train turnouts, safe spots and redzone areas. We were given stations to walk everyday. I would give a safety briefing to my two to three man crew. Communicate with central and they would give us a time to start walking. We would walked 5 to 7 miles inspecting and making sure tracks were in regulations with specifications using rulers and track gauges. Locating defective ties ,tie plates, lose bolts and also joint bars. Notifying central of power needing to be shut down for inspections. Testing for third rail power in areas where we have to inspect and making sure all crew with me are in a safe place. Notifying management of any defects that need to be fixed.
- Coordinate operation of a WMATA track test car and uses the information produced to detect, locate and evaluate deviations in cross-level, gage and profile of track. Perform on-ground inspections where defects are indicated to determine the seriousness of the problems and the best means of correction.
- Prepared reports of violations when necessary, collecting sufficient back-up evidence such a pictures and old rail to support findings.
Business Owner
Ice Ent Apparel
Washington, DC
04.2017 - Current
- Capitalized on emerging opportunities to adapt to changing business conditions and market demands
- Check business accounting records regularly to identify and resolve problems
- Control expenses and monitored employees to achieve budget targets.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Train teams on specific operations, applicable procedures and techniques for each job site.
- Oversee storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence.
- Develop and implement strategic social media marketing plans.
- Direct social media and digital marketing strategy and initiatives to promote brand building, guest retention and revenue-focused activities.
- Analyze market data to determine ways to reach target audience or intended segments.
Construction Inspector
Schnabel Engineering
Ashburn, VA
01.2005 - 12.2010
- Responsible for examining buildings, bridges, dams, highways, streets, water systems and sewers—including foundations, plumbing and electrical circuits.
- Ensuring that any repair or change complies with zoning regulations, building codes and ordinances, and contract specifications.
- Collecting Samples for reviewing at the lab
- Maintained a work record; act on inspection findings and file reports; as well as take photographs of on-going projects.
- Tested soil, asphalt and other materials to assess compliance with applicable building codes.
Operations Specialist
US Navy
Washington, DC
02.2000 - 11.2004
- Completed various reports and analyzed each report to decide where improvements could be made.
- Functioned as plotter, radio-telephone and Command and Control sound-powered telephone talker and maintain Combat Information Center (CIC) displays of strategic and tactical information.
- Served as watch supervisors and section leaders
- Track, classify and evaluate potential contacts using the latest radar equipment
- Interpret and evaluate presentations and tactical situations and make recommendations to supervisors during watch conditions
- Applied a thorough knowledge of doctrine and procedures applicable to CIC operations contained in U.S. Navy Instructions and Allied or U.S. Navy
Education
Computer Science
Coolidge High School
06.1999
University of the District of Columbia
Skills
- CDL A Learner Permit
- Assisting customers
- Documentation skills
- Preventive maintenance
- Managed incidents
- Sales Techniques
- Salesforce Management
- ACI Concrete Certification
- Soil & AGG Certification
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
CES Consulting
12.2022 - Current
Utility Locator
J Fletcher Creamer & Son
09.2022 - 12.2022
Business Owner
Ice Ent Apparel
04.2017 - Current
Track Repairer Class
WMATA
01.2011 - 09.2021
Construction Inspector
Schnabel Engineering
01.2005 - 12.2010
Operations Specialist
US Navy
02.2000 - 11.2004
Computer Science
Coolidge High School
University of the District of Columbia
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