Christopher Raby
Starkville,MS
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Handyman
Self Employed
Breaux Bridge, LA
03.2015 - Current
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with
- Repaired and replaced pumps and valves.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Performed basic plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, unclogging drains, and maintaining gutters.
- Completed repair jobs to restore functionality to plumbing systems.
- Installed cabinets and shelving units in homes and offices to provide additional space and organization.
- Completed repair projects on time and under budget, resulting in significant increase in new client referrals.
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
- Prepared for new painting by removing previous materials with seam-cleaning, sandblasting, scraping, and sanding.
- Re-caulked and sealed windows doors and siding to prevent drafts and air leaks and minimize energy costs.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Assembled and installed new furniture for client's living room to improve comfort and and functionality.
- Conferred with contracted workers about needs and provided expertise in multiple types of jobs and tool use.
- Removed carpet and wood flooring.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Performed minor wall repair.
- Performed basic landscaping tasks, such as mowing, gardening, pulling weeds, and watering lawns.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Built and repaired decks, fences and sheds to improve overall appearance of homes.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Managed available parts, tools, and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.
Deckhand
Kirby Inland Marine
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2014 - 03.2015
- Laid and transferred rigging, safely handled lines, and checked tow vessels.
- Shifted, dropped, and picked up over barges.
- Assisted with navigation and tasks as look-out.
- Basic cleaning and maintenance of vessel.
Deckhand
Superior Energy
Harvey, LA
06.2007 - 10.2009
- Laid and transferred rigging, safely handled lines, and checked tow for vessels.
- Assisted with navigation and tasks as look-out.
- Basic maintenance and cleaning.
Security Officer
HUB Enterprises
Lafayette, LA
01.2000 - 03.2001
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
Education
GED -
Southern Louisiana Community College
Morgan City, LA2019
Skills
- Weeding and Watering
- Painting Preparation
- Drywall Patching
- Woodworking
- Basic Plumbing
- Basic Mechanics
Timeline
Handyman
Self Employed
03.2015 - Current
Deckhand
Kirby Inland Marine
03.2014 - 03.2015
Deckhand
Superior Energy
06.2007 - 10.2009
Security Officer
HUB Enterprises
01.2000 - 03.2001
GED -
Southern Louisiana Community College