David Hawkins
Stephens City,VA
Summary
Highly motivated, responsible and hardworking individual with a strong work ethic and the ability to learn new things. Can work well individually as well as in a team setting.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stay at Home Parent
Home
Stephens City, Virginia
08.2018 - Current
Iron Worker
Flowers Fabricators
Sumerduck, Virginia
11.2015 - 08.2018
- Drilled holes in metal for bolting or riveting components together.
- Maintained a clean workspace throughout the duration of the project.
- Measured angles of cuts accurately for precision fitting of pieces together.
- Worked onsite outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
- Cut material with shears, hand torches, plasma cutters, or power saws.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress on the job site.
- Lifted and positioned heavy steel beams into place.
- Fabricated metal components with cutting torches, arc welders, and other tools.
- Welded components together using gas welding or arc welding processes.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with tools and supplies needed for job sites.
- Worked well with other crew members on various job sites and projects.
Handrail Installer
Interior Rail Systems
Culpeper, Virginia
06.2013 - 10.2015
- Installed hand rails in new and existing homes.
- Repaired stairs and handrails
- Used various tools while performing job duties
- Sanded and stained rails and stairs
- Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
Small Engine Mechanic
Arbor Tech Supply
Remington, VA
08.2011 - 03.2013
- Performed regular preventative maintenance tasks such as oil changes and filter replacements.
- Tested repaired equipment to ensure proper performance.
- Followed safety protocols while performing repair work in the shop or at customer sites.
- Maintained records of time spent on each job performed.
- Adjusted engine speed and timing according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Fabricated new parts when necessary from metal stock or other materials.
- Replaced faulty or worn out components such as fuel lines, carburetors, pistons, rings, gaskets and spark plugs.
- Disassembled engines to gain access to defective parts for removal or repair.
- Assisted other mechanics in more complex repairs when necessary.
- Inspected parts for wear and damage using precision instruments.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about maintenance needs for small engines.
- Installed new engines in place of old ones utilizing appropriate tools.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts with solvents or lubricants.
- Checked all fluids levels before starting any repair process.
- Kept workshop and bench area tidy and clean.
- Became certified to perform repairs on Stihl and Husqvarna brand equipment.
Carpenter
Ray Hawkins Carpentry
Sumerduck, Virginia
04.2006 - 07.2011
- Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
- Installed cabinets, fixtures and trim according to plans and blueprints.
- Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
- Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
Well Driller Assistant
Curtis Bros. Drilling & Pump Service
Sumerduck, Virginia
06.2000 - 04.2006
- Operated drilling rigs and related equipment to drill wells for oil, gas, water, or other substances.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment such as lubrication of motors and gears.
- Cleaned work area after completion of each job.
- Loaded supplies onto trucks prior to departure from shop or yard.
- Monitored gauges and made adjustments to drilling machinery to maintain proper operation.
- Inspected and maintained drilling tools, including bits, reamers, rods, pumps, tanks, and valves.
- Maintained records of well depths, diameters, and geologic formations encountered during drilling operations.
- Received instructions from supervisors regarding assigned tasks.
- Operated and stabilized machines and drills.
General Laborer
Lakeside Landscaping
Sumerduck, VIrginia
03.1997 - 05.1999
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Participated in snow removal services during winter months.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Bealeton, VA06-2000
Skills
- Self-Directed
- Task Prioritization
- Decision-Making
- Dependable and Responsible
- Organization and Time Management
- Verbal Communication
Certification
- Stihl Certified 2012
- Husqvarna Certified 2012
Accomplishments
- Manager of the shop area at Arbor tech Supply
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Stay at Home Parent
Home
08.2018 - Current
Iron Worker
Flowers Fabricators
11.2015 - 08.2018
Handrail Installer
Interior Rail Systems
06.2013 - 10.2015
Small Engine Mechanic
Arbor Tech Supply
08.2011 - 03.2013
Carpenter
Ray Hawkins Carpentry
04.2006 - 07.2011
Well Driller Assistant
Curtis Bros. Drilling & Pump Service
06.2000 - 04.2006
General Laborer
Lakeside Landscaping
03.1997 - 05.1999
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School