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Derrick Young

Romeoville,IL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Goal-oriented, dependable and a fast learner.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Superintendent

Whiting-Turner Contracting
06.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced communication between departments by implementing weekly meetings and progress reports.
  • Improved project efficiency by streamlining processes and effectively delegating tasks to team members.
  • Achieved high-quality construction results through strict adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
  • Managed budgets, schedules, and resources for multiple construction projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
  • Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, fostering collaboration and smooth coordination of work efforts.

Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic

US Army
09.2019 - 03.2023
  • Troubleshot vehicle faults and successfully operated heavy diesel equipment such as construction equipment and High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles .
  • Handled repair work and maintenance to keep vehicles functional.
  • Assessed vehicles to identify degree of malfunction or damage.
  • Performed semi-annual and annual unscheduled services on construction vehicles and High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle.
  • Performed wheeled vehicle recovery operations.
  • Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
  • Communicated issues to supervisor and helped develop solutions.

Home Builders Institute

Student
11.2022 - 02.2023

Specialized trades training program for military veterans. Internship covered a wide variety of foundational carpentry, construction, and electrical knowledge and hands on experience. Curriculum highlights include:

Carpentry
•Hand and power tools identification, care, and use
•Lumber and concrete identification and use
•Framing, wall and roof construction with door and window installation

Electrical
•Electrical safety foundations to include lockout/tagout practices
•Electrical tools and equipment identification, care, and use
•Identify and wire circuits, switches, and outlets in a variety of methods

CORE Construction & Green Building
•Jobsite safety best practices to include OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Certificate
•Introduction to construction math
•Blueprint reading and utilization

Game Day Staff Member

Chicago Bears
07.2018 - 12.2019
  • Promoted safety of visitors and mitigated liability risks by monitoring recreation areas, enforcing rules and safety policies.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Resolved guest issues by identifying source of complaint and formulating corrective action with supervisor.
  • Delivered information and details of interest about facility to visitors.

Material Handler

XPO Logistics
09.2017 - 03.2019
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.

Laborer

Leach General Contracting
02.2017 - 09.2017
  • Learned basic carpentry, painting and plastering.
  • Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
  • Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
  • Executed daily duties to meet strict deadlines and drive forward progress.

Conversion Crew

Kansas City Chiefs
09.2016 - 02.2017
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
  • Assist in converting the Stadium from: event to event.
  • Maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
  • Assisted host on the day of the event.
  • Promoted safety of visitors and mitigated liability risks by monitoring recreation areas, enforcing rules and safety policies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Elmhurst College

Skills

  • Forklift Driving
  • Team Player
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Safe Equipment Usage
  • Work Orders and Documentation
  • Hardworking and Dedicated
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Diagnosis and Repair
  • Issue Resolution
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Safety oversight
  • Quality Assurance

Timeline

Assistant Superintendent

Whiting-Turner Contracting
06.2023 - Current

Home Builders Institute

Student
11.2022 - 02.2023

Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic

US Army
09.2019 - 03.2023

Game Day Staff Member

Chicago Bears
07.2018 - 12.2019

Material Handler

XPO Logistics
09.2017 - 03.2019

Laborer

Leach General Contracting
02.2017 - 09.2017

Conversion Crew

Kansas City Chiefs
09.2016 - 02.2017

High School Diploma -

Elmhurst College
Derrick Young