Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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David Preston

Nampa,ID

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Oldcastle Infrastructure, adept in concrete preparation and finishing, and skilled in both leadership and teamwork. Excelled in multitasking across diverse roles, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and organization skills. Achieved significant efficiency improvements, showcasing flexibility and a commitment to excellence in fast-paced environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Wet Pour

Oldcastle Infrastructure
Nampa, ID
04.2024 - Current
  • Prepare concrete casts.
  • Dismantle cones, manholes, septic tanks, dividers, etc.
  • Smooth out freshly poured concrete with trowels and other finishing tools.
  • Planned work based on verbal instructions, blueprints, and written specifications.
  • Inspect rebar cages to ensure they fit the casts.
  • Work with crane operators.
  • Apply oil to the casts and cage before pouring in the concrete.

Powder Coat Painter/Sandblaster

All American Powder Coating
Nampa, ID
10.2022 - 04.2024
  • Powder-coated fences, fuel silage for planes, car and truck frames, motorcycle frames, custom signs, etc.
  • I sanded the smaller part by hand.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with products by hand, or used a forklift when needed.
  • Operated large walk-in ovens to cure painted products.
  • Trained new employees in proper use of equipment and safety protocols associated with hazardous materials.
  • Determined appropriate paint flow and viscosity by performing visual inspections.
  • Monitored temperatures of ovens and adjusted accordingly to ensure proper curing of the powder coating.
  • Applied powder coatings to various metal components using an electrostatic spray gun.

Wildland Firefighter

PatRick Environmental
Boise, ID
04.2018 - 10.2022
  • Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
  • Assisted in training new firefighters on proper use of safety gear and techniques for containing wildfires.
  • Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies during large-scale fire suppression operations.
  • Monitored weather conditions and fire behavior to adjust strategies and tactics.
  • Maintained and repaired firefighting equipment and tools to ensure operational readiness.
  • Responded rapidly to emerging wildfires to protect lives, property, and natural resources.
  • Utilized incident command systems and protocols during firefighting and emergency operations.
  • Operated firefighting equipment, including chainsaws, fire pumps, and hoses, under hazardous conditions.
  • Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.

Warehouse Worker

A1 Industial Supply
Boise, ID
10.2018 - 09.2022
  • Restocked inventory utilizing a forklift.
  • Helped customers with special and specific orders.
  • Unloaded supplies and inventory from trucks.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
  • Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
  • Built hydraulic and industrial hoses.

Education

High School Diploma -

Vista Murrieta High School
Murrieta, CA
06-2010

Skills

  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organization and time management
  • Time management
  • PPE compliance
  • Organization
  • Multitasking
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Problem-solving
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Planning

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Wet Pour

Oldcastle Infrastructure
04.2024 - Current

Powder Coat Painter/Sandblaster

All American Powder Coating
10.2022 - 04.2024

Warehouse Worker

A1 Industial Supply
10.2018 - 09.2022

Wildland Firefighter

PatRick Environmental
04.2018 - 10.2022

High School Diploma -

Vista Murrieta High School
David Preston