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David Orr

Bothell,WA

Summary

Science-fiction writer and stay-at-home dad and homemaker. Authored three self-published novels. Extensive experience in labor and service work, including kitchen manager and lead at two restaurants. Experience in several different labor-heavy occupations. Proven hard worker and fair team player that thrives in atmospheres that requires labor and physical skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Writer

Self-employed
08.2018 - Current
  • Wrote and self-published science fiction novels
  • Utilized tools, such as Microsoft Word, OneDrive, and Outlook to write and collaborate with editors on the books
  • Worked with artists to design visual content for the novels and multiple publishing companies and platforms to self-publish works

Stay-at-home Father and Homemaker

Self-employed
10.2014 - Current
  • Primary caretaker of son and home while wife worked
  • Kept house, lawn and vehicles in order, including performing maintenance and repairs when needed
  • Active in school events and after-school activities, including Boy Scouts, Art Club, and more

Contractor

Paradigm Industries
03.2014 - 10.2014
  • Performed labor, demolition, and framing, working with several power tools and equipment
  • Worked with a team of other contractors, including on the largest construction job for Amarillo, TX at the time
  • Required to be knowledgeable of and follow high safety standards and regulations, including OSHA


Farm Hand

Stephen E Meiwes
12.2013 - 03.2014
  • Assisted in the labor and management of several crop fields
  • Operated and serviced farm machinery and equipment, for planting, watering, and plowing, including taking taking apart and rebuilding engines, servicing plow blades, upkeep of sprinkler systems, etc.
  • Heavy travel required between fields, moving equipment, and picking up parts

Lumper

Tyson Fresh Meats
09.2012 - 12.2013
  • Required ability to lift and throw heavy boxes quickly and safely for several hours straight
  • Promoted several times, including moving from Picker to Lumper
  • Operated forklift and obtained forklift license for a period of the time

Laborer

Airups
04.2012 - 09.2012
  • Lead laborer assembling AirUp's inventory
  • Supervised and trained less-experienced laborers
  • Operated and maintained machinery and tools for work

Kitchen Team Lead

Sonic
04.2010 - 04.2012
  • Led kitchen staff in daily operations, including during opening and closing
  • Trained and mentored new team members on food safety and preparation techniques
  • Required working efficiently in a fast-paced environment in different temperatures and being knowledgeable of an extensive menu

Kitchen Manager

Buffalo's Southwest Cafe
01.2009 - 04.2010
  • Ran kitchen operations and trained new employees
  • Certified bartender, assisting during short staffed

Education

Canyon High School
Canyon, TX

Skills

  • Creative writing and content creation
  • Hard Labor
  • Construction
  • Team Lead/Trainer
  • Bartender and cook
  • Service work

Accomplishments

  • Top published works: The Freaks of Origin and The Judges of Origin by David Fox Orr on Amazon or any major book retailer

Timeline

Writer

Self-employed
08.2018 - Current

Stay-at-home Father and Homemaker

Self-employed
10.2014 - Current

Contractor

Paradigm Industries
03.2014 - 10.2014

Farm Hand

Stephen E Meiwes
12.2013 - 03.2014

Lumper

Tyson Fresh Meats
09.2012 - 12.2013

Laborer

Airups
04.2012 - 09.2012

Kitchen Team Lead

Sonic
04.2010 - 04.2012

Kitchen Manager

Buffalo's Southwest Cafe
01.2009 - 04.2010

Canyon High School

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