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Derek Heynen

Sioux Center,IA

Summary

Hardworking professional well-versed in handling materials, operating machinery and supporting overall team and project needs. In-depth knowledge of machine maintenance and repair. Focused on helping complete skilled work under deadlines.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Worker

Diamond Edge Construction LLC.
Sioux Center, Iowa
05.2024 - Current
  • Installed formwork for concrete structures according to specifications.
  • Performed various carpentry tasks such as constructing walls, installing doors, windows and siding.
  • Built temporary supports during construction processes such as shoring up beams or columns until they are set in place permanently.
  • Laid out foundations for footings, walls or slabs according to blueprints.
  • Used laser levels or transit levels to ensure accuracy when setting forms for pours.
  • Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.

Golf Course Groundskeeper

The Ridge Golf Club
Sioux Center , Iowa
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Performed daily maintenance of golf course grounds, including mowing, weeding, watering and fertilizing.
  • Maintained golf course greens and fairways by aerifying, Verti cutting and topdressing.
  • Repaired irrigation systems and monitored water usage to ensure efficient use of resources.
  • Installed new turf using manual labor or machinery.
  • Assisted in the construction of new features such as bunkers and tee boxes.
  • Operated equipment such as tractors, mowers and utility vehicles to perform various tasks on the golf course grounds.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to develop strategies for improving overall efficiency in day-to-day operations at the facility.

Small Engine Mechanic

Rent-All Inc.
Sioux Center, Iowa
12.2020 - 09.2022
  • Performed diagnostics and repairs on a variety of small engines, including lawn mowers, snow blowers, chainsaws and leaf blowers.
  • Tested repaired equipment to ensure proper performance.
  • Inspected parts for wear and damage using precision instruments.
  • Performed regular preventative maintenance tasks such as oil changes and filter replacements.
  • Disassembled engines to gain access to defective parts for removal or repair.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Dordt University
Sioux Center, IA
05-2027

High School Diploma -

Western Christian High School
Hull, IA
05-2023

Skills

  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Framing
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Team-oriented and dependable
  • Team Collaboration
  • Machine Assembly
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Project Planning

Affiliations

  • Collegiate Track and Field
  • Bible Study

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Construction Worker

Diamond Edge Construction LLC.
05.2024 - Current

Golf Course Groundskeeper

The Ridge Golf Club
05.2023 - 10.2023

Small Engine Mechanic

Rent-All Inc.
12.2020 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Dordt University

High School Diploma -

Western Christian High School
Derek Heynen