Dexter A. Hunter Sr.
253 Greenbrier Ave, Norfolk,,VA
Summary
Proven leader and skilled fitter/welder, I excel in fast-paced environments, demonstrated through a successful tenure at Lyons Shipyard. Expert in OSHA and VSRA safety protocols, I also bring strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to quality. My hands-on experience and certified skills in forklift operation and firewatch ensure I meet employer needs efficiently.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Fitter (Structural Department)
Lyon's Shipyard
1818 Brown Street, Norfolk, Virginia, 23504
07.2024 - Current
- Executed precise cuts on metals, angles, and interfering items using specialized tools.
- Operated needle gun and grinder to strip paint from metal surfaces.
- Designed templates for replacement inserts.
- Measured, cut, and cleaned replacement metal.
- Secured inserts, angles, and metal objects for welding.
- Performed welding of zincs to ship sides and bottoms.
- Executed tasks efficiently with JLG and Scissor lifts.
- Facilitated material transport to assigned locations using forklift.
- Run ventilation, hoses, and leads to work area.
- Inspected workspace to confirm no presence of hazardous materials.
- Firewatch and assist other Fitters with daily operations.
- Complete soap and blow air test on new welds.
- Conducted air testing on tanks.
- Maintained organized and tidy work environment.
- Use Bone Crusher machine to bend metal plates into the right shape.
- Conducted length measurements and performed metal cuts.
Junk Manager
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving
2816 Arkansas Ave, Norfolk, Virginia, 23513
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Direct routine tasks within the Junk department.
- Managed maintenance operations for vehicle fleet and premises.
- Provided comprehensive estimates for junk removal services.
- Managed collection of due payments and accurately recorded transactions in system.
- Collected job details for completion and followed up post-job for feedback.
- Handled loading and unloading of trucks with cabinets, ensuring efficient transfer to storage warehouse.
- Allocate teams, trucks, and tasks to staff.
- Facilitated interviews, employee hiring processes, and training programs.
- Organized and updated work calendar via the When I Work app.
- Conducted monthly and emergency meetings to update staff on objectives, statistics, and upcoming events.
- Handled customer interactions, logging complaints and reviews comprehensively.
- Drive dump trucks and completed junk removals.
- Ensured trucks were in top condition through regular repairs, painting, and cleaning.
- Resolved damage issues in customer houses after moving jobs.
- Door to door marketing as well as placing signs throughout the Hampton Roads area.
Helper/Power-Tooler
Tidewater Staffing Inc
749 Florida Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23707
02.2017 - 05.2019
- Performed efficient paint stripping with needle gun before hot work operations.
- Applied plasma cutting technique for extracting worn-out metal sections from ships.
- Measured, cut, and installed new metal inserts.
- Removed old, damaged electrical cords.
- Provided necessary fire watch support during mechanical procedures.
- Set up and identified lines, ventilation systems, and gas hoses on job sites.
- Ensured cleanliness of workspace after every shift.
Ship-Fitter Helper
Trade Team LLC
4339 Indian River Road, Chesapeake, Virginia 23325
06.2016 - 02.2017
- Operated plasma machine to remove corroded metal from boats.
- Ensured new plates were free of paint through effective grinding.
- Designed layouts for new metal plates.
- Prepared metal plates by measuring, cutting, and cleaning before welding process.
- Tack welded inserts, frames, and angles into place.
- Labeled and managed routing of hoses, electrical cords and ventilation in work areas.
- Kept work area clean and organized.
- Performed soap and blow air tests on completed welds.
Helper
Tidewater Staffing Inc
1000 Poindexter Street, Chesapeake, Virginia 23324
06.2013 - 06.2016
- Installed and labeled all necessary lines, ventilation systems, and cords.
- Executed paint removal from new plates using a grinder.
- Refined metal surfaces through efficient use of grinders.
- Positioned and tack welded new plates into place.
- Ensured adherence to fire prevention protocols during tasks.
- Supported Fitters and Welders in job completion.
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Diamond Furniture
120 Buckley Blvd, Bear, Delaware, 19701
03.2011 - 05.2013
- Efficiently managed truck loads for furniture deliveries.
- Conducted inventory for shipped and received items.
- Assisted customers with their pick-up orders and ensured smooth loading process.
- Managed furniture rotations on showroom floor.
- Sustained tidy conditions inside the store and on its premises.
- Maintain store maintenance consistently.
- Developed work schedules for employees.
- Supervise everyday operations at the warehouse.
Firewatch
Network Industries Inc.
2610 Church St, A, Norfolk, Virginia 23504
04.2009 - 01.2011
- Inspect and secure workspace for potential combustibles ahead of initiating hot work.
- Monitor and control potential fire hazards in high-temperature tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness post hot work completion.
Education
Building, Maintenance, And Repair
Tidewater Tech Trade School
4535 E Princess Anne Rd, Norfolk, Virginia, 2350206.2022
Welding Program
Tidewater Tech Trade School
4535 E Princess Anne Rd, Norfolk, Virginia, 2350208.2021
High School Diploma - General Curriculum
Booker T Washington High School
1111 Park Ave, Norfolk, Virginia, 2350406.2019
Accounting -
Delaware Tech Community College (Wilmington)
300 Orange Street, Wilmington, Delaware, 1980105.2012
Skills
- OSHA 10 CERTIFIED
- AWP/JLG CERTIFIED
- FIREWATCH CERTIFIED
- FORKLIFT-STD CERTIFIED
- Forklift-RTFL CERTIFIED
- VSRA CERTIFIED
- Type 40 WPM
- Able to lift 50 pounds
References
Cecelia Poratta
Turn-Tech/ Painter, Business Owner
1353 E Norcova Dr, Norfolk, Va 23502
757-956-8172
Cecesage@icoud.com
Austrailya Vick
Food Manager, Business Owner
1105 E Indian River Rd, Norfolk, Va 23523
757-994-2225
Straybabysllc@gmail.com
Juanesha Simmons
Truck Driver (CDL)
3102 Petre Rd, Chesapeake, Va, 23324
757-943-4992
Juanesha22@gmail.com
Lavell Hill
Welder
2812 Early St., Norfolk, Va 23513
757-648-9504
Vellyluv@gmail.com
Timeline
Fitter (Structural Department)
Lyon's Shipyard
07.2024 - Current
Junk Manager
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving
01.2019 - 05.2022
Helper/Power-Tooler
Tidewater Staffing Inc
02.2017 - 05.2019
Ship-Fitter Helper
Trade Team LLC
06.2016 - 02.2017
Helper
Tidewater Staffing Inc
06.2013 - 06.2016
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Diamond Furniture
03.2011 - 05.2013
Firewatch
Network Industries Inc.
04.2009 - 01.2011
Building, Maintenance, And Repair
Tidewater Tech Trade School
Welding Program
Tidewater Tech Trade School
High School Diploma - General Curriculum
Booker T Washington High School
Accounting -
Delaware Tech Community College (Wilmington)