Construction Worker
Corterrius Watts
Upchurch Plumbing
Vaughan,MS
1
Language
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
Experienced laborer with a background in construction, warehouse support, and truck driving. Skilled in heavy lifting, loading and unloading materials, and operating forklifts, boom lifts, and power tools. Focused on efficient work, safe practices, and steady project progress.
Work History
Construction Worker
4 Months- Assisted with carpentry, concrete, and general labor activities following supervisor instructions.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Operated heavy machinery efficiently, ensuring timely progress on construction projects while minimizing risk of accidents or damage.
- Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Loaded and unloaded tools, supplies, and equipment for crews during active projects.
- Operated basic hand tools and power tools to complete framing, demolition, and repair tasks.
- Organized materials and equipment to improve workflow and reduce delays during construction tasks.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
Material Handler
10 Months- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move raw materials, components, and finished tires across production areas.
- Loaded and unloaded inbound shipments, staging materials for timely delivery to manufacturing lines.
- Organized storage locations to improve material accessibility, space utilization, and workflow consistency.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
General Labor Worker
2 Months- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Operated heavy machinery safely, minimizing potential hazards on the job site.
- Supported skilled laborers with hand tools and materials, speeding up task completion.
Yard Spotter
5 Months- Inspected tractor, trailer, and yard conditions before repositioning equipment.
- Moved trailers between yard, dock doors, and parking areas to maintain steady warehouse flow.
- Coordinated with dispatch and dock teams to prioritize inbound and outbound trailer movement.
- Backed trailers safely into loading positions while following facility safety procedures.
- Monitored yard traffic to reduce congestion and keep dock operations efficient.
- Communicated equipment concerns promptly to maintenance and supervision teams.
- Supported on-time shipping by staging trailers for loading and pickup readiness.
Mechanic
5 Months- Diagnosed engine, brake, and electrical issues using diagnostic tools and repair manuals.
- Performed routine maintenance, including oil changes, fluid checks, tire rotations, and tune-ups.
- Replaced belts, hoses, batteries, starters, and other malfunctioning components.
- Maintained clean, organized work areas and followed shop safety procedures.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
Truck Driver
5 Months- Coordinated with dispatchers to adjust routes and resolve delivery delays efficiently.
- Secured freight using proper load restraint methods to prevent cargo shift and damage.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT logbook and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment readiness and DOT compliance.
- Operated tractor-trailers safely across assigned routes, maintaining on-time delivery schedules.
- Maintained accurate hours-of-service logs, delivery records, and inspection documentation.
Truck Driver
3 Years 2 Months- Performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment readiness and DOT compliance.
- Operated tractor-trailers safely across assigned routes, maintaining on-time delivery schedules.
- Maintained accurate hours-of-service logs, delivery records, and inspection documentation.
- Mentored new drivers on safety procedures, route expectations, and cargo handling standards.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
Tack Welder
8 Months- Inspected welded joints for fit, strength, and proper alignment.
- Prepared surfaces by grinding, cleaning, and removing contaminants before assembly.
- Adjusted tack placement to improve assembly accuracy and reduce rework.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting optimal working conditions for both self and colleagues.
- Increased workplace safety by properly maintaining and cleaning tack welding equipment on a regular basis.
Forklift Operator
1 Year 4 Months- Operated forklifts to move pallets between receiving, storage, and shipping areas.
- Loaded and unloaded trailers while maintaining safe material handling practices.
- Assisted team members with stock rotation, staging, and dock organization.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Assembly Line Production Worker
10 Months- Assembled vehicle components on production line following standardized work instructions.
- Operated hand tools and production equipment to complete assigned assembly tasks accurately.
- Adapted quickly to changing station requirements and maintained consistent output in fast-paced environment.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently for faster product assembly without compromising quality.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
Construction Worker
5 Months- Assisted with site preparation, material handling, and cleanup to support daily construction operations.
- Followed safety procedures, PPE requirements, and jobsite protocols while completing assigned tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded tools, supplies, and equipment for crews during active projects.
- Operated basic hand tools and power tools to complete framing, demolition, and repair tasks.
- Organized materials and equipment to improve workflow and reduce delays during construction tasks.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
General Labor Worker
3 Months- Loaded, unloaded, and moved produce, supplies, and materials to support daily operations.
- Utilized hand tools effectively for various general labor tasks, ensuring high-qualityyyy results.
- Assisted with crop planting, harvesting, and field preparation activities.
- Loaded, unloaded, and organized farm supplies for daily operations.
- Inspected produce for quality, removing damaged items during sorting.
Education
GED
Skills
Material handling
Site preparation
Equipment operation
Heavy equipment operation
Power tool operation
Freight loading
Heavy lifting
Materials loading
Material handling
Truck loading
Welding techniques
Material handling
Problem-solving
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
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