David A Walters
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level Electrician position to help launch career while achieving company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Handyman
David Jr LLC
Nashville, TN
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Installed ceiling fans and lighting fixtures.
- Repaired plumbing problems such as leaking pipes, clogged drains and malfunctioning toilets.
- Kept interior and exterior of buildings clean, safe and welcoming.
- Performed basic carpentry work such as building, assembling, repairing furniture and cabinets.
- Fixed and managed electrical and plumbing problems.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Painted walls and ceilings to refresh the look of a room or area.
- Replaced faulty door handles, hinges and locks.
- Assembled furniture according to instructions provided by customers.
General Contractor
Dean Creek Construction LLC
Coos Bay, OR
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Performed site visits to ensure construction plans were in compliance with building codes and regulations.
- Ensured that safety standards were maintained at all times during the duration of the project.
- Visited job sites and reviewed renovation plans to ascertain projects.
- Performed inspections of properties and individual units, identifying issues and recommending actions.
- Worked throughout the day with power tools in a safe and efficient manner.
- Properly use and read a tape measure.
- Worked directly with the owner of the company on projects.
General Contractor
B & D Rentals
Coos Bay, OR
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding and patching holes;.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns or other equipment;.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Stripped old wax from floors using chemical strippers and scrapers.
- Sanded and restored original hardwood floor from glued on carpet.
- Replaced a water heater.
Water Technician
Servpro
Coos Bay, OR
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Handled customers' emergency needs to resolve water problems and resulting damages.
- Maintained control of equipment, supplies and vehicles used in water services.
- Managed water recovery and control services by detecting leaks, tracing problems and testing flow.
- Verified quality of completed work and inquired about further customers needs to end jobs on professional note.
- Remediated structures to dry out wet areas and remove mold.
- Trained newly hired employees regarding plant equipment operation and industry standards.
- Followed EPA and OSHA regulations to maintain safety of water and personnel.
Sous Chef
High Tide Cafe
Charleston, OR
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
Electrical Apprentice
Reese Electric
North Bend, OR
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Installed and maintained electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in accordance with local codes and regulations.
- Tested electrical systems to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Repaired faulty or damaged components on existing electrical systems.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical documents for installation of new systems.
- Replaced defective circuit breakers, fuses, switches, outlets, lighting fixtures and other components as needed.
- Worked with a variety of materials including PVC conduits, copper wiring, aluminum wiring and MC cables.
- Cut openings in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes or electrical conduit using power saws or cutting torches.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring and adjusted breaker boxes.
- Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for work site safety.
Lumber Grader
Georgia-Pacific
Coos Bay, OR
07.2013 - 12.2015
- Inspected lumber for defects and graded it according to established standards.
- Measured width, thickness, length, and grade of lumber.
- Checked lumber for compliance with applicable specifications and standards.
- Repaired damaged boards when possible to improve grade value.
- Performed regular maintenance on tools used in grading process.
- Assisted in training new graders on proper techniques for inspecting and grading wood products.
- Examined lumber on moving belt, chain conveyor and in racks for defects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marshfield Senior High School
Coos Bay, OR06.2013
Skills
- Labor Oversight
- Code Compliance
- Subcontractor Management
- Quality Control
- Worksite Safety
- Safety Procedures
- Demolition
- Carpentry work
- Power tools operation
- Customer service
- Basic painting
- Furniture assembly
Affiliations
- Professional Musician
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Blue belt
- Lifts weights
- In recovery for over a year
Accomplishments
- Received The John Philip Sousa award in high school
- Section Leader of the Marshfield Drumline (2 Years)
- Playing drums for 20 years and playing professionally for 10
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Handyman
David Jr LLC
07.2024 - 01.2025
General Contractor
Dean Creek Construction LLC
09.2023 - 04.2024
General Contractor
B & D Rentals
06.2023 - 03.2024
Water Technician
Servpro
01.2021 - 05.2023
Sous Chef
High Tide Cafe
05.2020 - 08.2021
Electrical Apprentice
Reese Electric
12.2015 - 05.2016
Lumber Grader
Georgia-Pacific
07.2013 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Marshfield Senior High School
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