Christopher Gilman Scott
Denver,CO
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. My goal is to become a lead connector.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Ironworker/Structural Welder
High Plains Steel Services
Windsor, CO
07.2023 - Current
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete welding projects on-time.
- Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
- Checked tools, equipment and safety gear for proper performance.
- Maintained clean and tidy work area.
- Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Kept complete set of tools and gear for use on each job, including hammers, stinger and socket set.
- Studied blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of work.
- Positioned steel units, aligned holes and inserted temporary bolts while checking alignments and joining steel parts.
- Aligned and connected structural components to create safe, long-lasting results.
- Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
- Performed mod assembly, erected and connected structural steel and leveled and torqued connections after steel placement.
Arborist
Velte Forestry & Aroboriculture
Boulder, CO
05.2023 - Current
- Supported tree climbers and crew leaders working on ground and aloft.
- Removed, pruned and maintained trees and other vegetation.
- Cleaned debris from tree maintenance and storm damage.
- Operated hand and power tools, bucket truck and man lift.
- Assisted with implementation of work zone safety procedures.
- Kept grounds clean and hazard-free to maintain attractive presentation of facility.
- Collected debris from trimmed and pruned trees to clean up work sites.
- Maintained hand and power tools through proper operation, cleaning and maintenance.
- Operated loaders, boom trucks and tractors to complete tree trimming work.
- Inspected equipment before and after use to increase longevity and maximize safety.
- Utilized various tools and power equipment to cut down trees and shear off limbs.
- Checked, cleaned and maintained chainsaws and other equipment each day to ensure working order.
- Operated saws and felling machinery to complete work, considering tree heights, areas and necessary cuts to plan and carry out efficient operations.
- Controlled direction of falling trees by correctly placing wedges and cutting in strategic places.
- Assessed tree cutting site, terrain and weather conditions prior to performing work.
- Inspected trees for cuts, twists or disease before felling or transporting logs.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
Operations Manager
Converse
Thornton, CO
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Monitored inventory, cash and payroll processes to keep location running smoothly.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Staged merchandise and stocked sales floor to stimulate impulse sales.
- Oversaw retail operations to ensure all stations were operating efficiently and maintaining customer service standards.
- Supported retail associates to drive quality performance and experiences for guests.
- Managed special store projects to improve store-wide processes and operations.
- Effectively managed inventory controls and re-orders within budget guidelines.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Event Staff
Catering By Design
Denver, CO
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Set up and cleaned up food preparation and service stations before and after catered events.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations and storage areas.
- Wiped down surfaces and cleaned plates, utensils and trays to sanitize catering space after events.
- Assisted caterers with food distribution by organizing food products and plating items.
- Served guest tables by transporting meals and beverages from kitchen and bar areas.
- Filled in for absent workers by performing wide variety of food service work.
- Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve precise plating and presentation.
- Checked food temperatures to determine item doneness and promote food safety.
- Monitored temperatures to maintain proper food safety conditions throughout duration of catered events.
- Collaborated with team to deliver timely service of items.
- Chopped ingredients and prepped food items ahead of lunchtime and dinner rush periods.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Commercial Fishing Vessel Deckhand
Little Bay Lobster LLC
Newington, NH
12.2017 - 12.2022
- Directed ships by operating navigational equipment and steering effectively at controlled speeds.
- Utilized navigation resources to chart routes and maintain optimal course for vessel.
- Steered boats along plotted routes to transport guests to destinations.
- Communicated with passing vessels using visible and audible signals.
- Oversaw ship operations during travel and kept watch for hazards.
- Verified proper loading of cargo holds to align with ship capacity and weight distribution requirements.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Stood watch in high-density traffic areas under extreme weather and sea conditions to support navigation rules.
- Spliced and repaired ropes, wire cables or cordage.
- Cleaned, maintained and mended ship decks and assessed areas requiring major damage repair.
- Checked vessel to look for and quickly alleviate problems with broken equipment and traps with potential to negatively impact fishing bounties.
Table Games Dealer
Grand Z Casino Hotel
Black Hawk, CO
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Explained rules, took bets and delivered payouts to facilitate movement of games.
- Greeted incoming guests with enthusiasm to promote fun, memorable and exciting experience.
- Performed functional game duties quickly by efficiently handling money and chips.
- Maintained enjoyable environment by entertaining and engaging players at tables.
- Communicated with supervisors and managers about suspicious or unruly behavior from patrons.
- Calmed down angry guests or patrons using skills in active listening and positive engagement.
- Monitored behavior of players while dealing cards in various games, observing individuals for possible cheating.
- Provided gambling chips and coin money in exchange for legal currency for players to join in games.
- Observed gamblers to identify marking, switching and counting cards.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Wildland Firefighter
Forest Service
Nederland, CO
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Minimized devastating wildfires by employing hand tools, dozers and air drops for containment operations.
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
- Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
- Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
- Patrolled previously burned areas after fire containment to locate and eliminate dangerous hot spots.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
Wildland Firefighter
Forest Service Division,Tamale Office
Idaho City, ID
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
- Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
- Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Patrolled previously burned areas after fire containment to locate and eliminate dangerous hot spots.
- Organized fire caches and positioned equipment for most effective response at emergency calls, which resulted in quicker action times.
- Minimized devastating wildfires by employing hand tools, dozers and air drops for containment operations.
Sternman
Roy Knight F/V Pioneer
South Harpswell, ME
03.2017 - 12.2017
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Used equipment to locate bugs and determined proper areas to set traps.
- Inspected equipment and completed basic repairs to maintain safety and efficiency of each trip.
- Inspected boat and recommended improvements to maintain safe operations, protect passengers and secure equipment.
- Directed and coordinated crew members while loading or unloading cargo, steering vessels, operating engines and maintaining or repairing ship equipment.
- Maintained peak performance in varying conditions and researched weather, wind, current and tide conditions to avoid and manage issues.
- Followed marine regulations applicable to planned route locations.
- Coordinated fueling, repairs and other port activities to properly maintain ship.
- Communicated with passing vessels using visible and audible signals.
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
- Used lines, wires and stationary winches to build and break tow.
- Maintained professionalism and efficiency in emergency situations.
- Swept, mopped and washed down decks to remove dirt and debris.
- Loaded or unloaded materials, vehicles or passengers from vessels.
- Spliced and repaired ropes, wire cables or cordage.
Driver's Assistant
Performance Food Group Co
Augusta, ME
07.2013 - 03.2017
- Helped driver move loads as heavy 100+ pounds and install items at customer locations.
- Documents and reports product damages to management and coordinates related paperwork.
- Operated forklift, hand truck and jacks to manage different types of loads.
- Loaded and unloaded products according to driver direction to meet continuous delivery deadlines.
- Protected loads from shifting and products from damage through proper loading, bracing and balancing.
- Dropped off items at customer locations.
- Requested customer signatures for deliveries.
- Lifted boxes and products with correct safety gear and techniques.
- Inspected goods and checked for damage before deliveries.
- Documented delivery information, updating after each stop.
- Kept loads from being damaged through proper loading and security.
- Used hand truck to deliver heavy or multiple packages to business and residential locations.
- Planned most efficient route to destinations to speed up deliveries.
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
- Coordinated paperwork for customer goods delivery.
- Mapped routes and specific locations using local road knowledge and GPS software.
- Recorded numbers of units handled and moved on daily production sheets or work tickets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cony High School
Augusta, ME06.2010
Skills
- Good Work Ethic
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Power Tool Usage
- Tree Removal
- Customer Service
- Supervision & Leadership
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Maintenance & Repair
- Steel Component Alignments
Timeline
Ironworker/Structural Welder
High Plains Steel Services
07.2023 - Current
Arborist
Velte Forestry & Aroboriculture
05.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Converse
03.2023 - 06.2023
Event Staff
Catering By Design
08.2021 - 05.2023
Table Games Dealer
Grand Z Casino Hotel
01.2021 - 07.2021
Wildland Firefighter
Forest Service
05.2020 - 09.2020
Wildland Firefighter
Forest Service Division,Tamale Office
04.2019 - 10.2019
Commercial Fishing Vessel Deckhand
Little Bay Lobster LLC
12.2017 - 12.2022
Sternman
Roy Knight F/V Pioneer
03.2017 - 12.2017
Driver's Assistant
Performance Food Group Co
07.2013 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Cony High School
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