Colin Crowder

Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for transport to job sites. Assisted in the installation of concrete forms, rebar, and mesh for reinforced concrete structures. Maintained tool control and equipment used onsite. Operated a variety of hand and power tools as needed. Removed debris from job sites manually or with the use of machines such as forklifts or front-end loaders. Cut lumber to size using circular saws in order to build frames for buildings or other structures. Measured dimensions accurately using tape measures and calipers. Dug trenches for drainage pipes or foundations. Sanded surfaces prior to painting or staining them. Assisted team members with maintaining orderly and clean workspaces. Maintained awareness of workplace hazards, diligently following department safety protocol. Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude. Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity. Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction. Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of senior mentors. Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.

Assisted Taxidermist in skinning and cleaning animal hides. Organized supplies and materials for taxidermy projects. Maintained a clean workspace throughout the duration of taxidermy projects. Supported Taxidermist with mounting, stuffing, and sewing animals' skins onto mannequins. Performed quality control inspections on completed pieces to ensure accuracy and precision. Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous chemicals during the tanning process. Ordered new materials and supplies as needed to complete projects on time. Managed inventory levels of raw materials such as fur, feathers, eyes, teeth. Transported specimens from hunting sites to the shop using appropriate safety measures. Created detailed invoices for customers based on services provided and items purchased. Cleaned work area at end of day including countertops, floors, surfaces, tools, equipment. Updated records of transactions including sales receipts and payments received from customers. Added glass eyes, matching fur and other realistic materials to create accurate results. Created artificial body by stuffing interior of animal skin. Met with clients to discuss fees, animals to be preserved, desired position and appearance.

Escorted wide loads, Dirt work, laid pads, loaded cinder blocks leveled houses. Transported furniture, appliances, boxes and other items from one location to another in a timely manner. Loaded and unloaded company trucks with tools, equipment and furniture.