Derrick Ballard
Kingsland,TX
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong customer service skills eager to secure entry-level server/waiter position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Laborer
Bill Ballard
04.2014 - Current
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to Number pounds.
- Operated diverse manual and power tools to cut and shape concrete to required specifications.
- Trained new laborers in crew processes and safety behaviors.
- Assisted with concrete mixing, following instructions for proper ratios of cement, sand and water.
- Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Applied sealers or waterproofing to concrete as required by project.
- Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
- Engaged with customers and subcontractors and provided timelines for project completion.
- Estimated materials and labor costs for concrete projects to manage project budgets.
- Repaired damaged items using different chemicals and tools.
Boat Rentals
Splash Boat Rentals
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Team Member
Sonic Drive-in
06.2009 - 03.2012
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.
Education
GED -
Llano High School
Llano, TX2009
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Safety compliance
- Physical stamina
- Adaptability
- Customer service
- Multitasking
- Conflict resolution
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Time management
Timeline
Boat Rentals
Splash Boat Rentals
06.2016 - 09.2016
Concrete Laborer
Bill Ballard
04.2014 - Current
Team Member
Sonic Drive-in
06.2009 - 03.2012
GED -
Llano High School