Dinky Hansen
Mobile,AL
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.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Sprinkler Installer
Johnson Controls
Mobile, AL
01.2024 - Current
- Installed, tested and maintained fire sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA standards.
- Performed regular inspections of existing fire sprinkler systems and identified areas needing maintenance or repair.
- Installed valves, gauges and other components related to fire suppression system operations.
- Monitored water pressure levels throughout the building to ensure optimal performance of sprinklers.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, drillers and screwdrivers when installing piping.
- Maintained accurate records of all installed equipment, parts used and repairs performed on each job site.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding progress made on projects or any issues that arose during installation process.
- Identified potential hazards during installation process and took corrective action to ensure safety of personnel and property.
- Fabricated pipes for fire sprinkler systems using threading machines.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
- Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
- Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
Upholstery Technician
Like Nu Auto & Marine Upholstery
Mobile, AL
10.2020 - Current
- Followed instructions when measuring, cutting and sewing materials.
- Worked on special projects such as reupholstering.
- Stretched fabric and webbing using tools and neatly tacked pieces.
- Set up and performed hand and automatic assembly operations on components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.
- Processed written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Added materials and built up cardboard to pad seats and arms.
- Determined materials, tools and equipment needed for product order fulfillment.
- Read and interpreted work order to uphold specific guidelines and produce high-quality pieces.
- Examined furniture frames, upholstery, springs and webbing to locate and repair defects.
- Designed upholstery layout patterns and cutting plans based on sketches, customer descriptions or blueprints.
- Fit material on frames using glue, staples and tools.
- Repaired small and inconspicuous rips or tears in material.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Maximized passenger satisfaction by maintaining vehicles in safe and clean operating condition.
- Presented clean and sanitized vehicle to customers for utmost satisfaction.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Sous Chef
Country Place Senior Living
Fairhope, AL
02.2020 - 10.2022
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Performed as head chef to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Maximized customer satisfaction and team operations by executing command-based structure and staff performance oversight.
- Established and maintained regular maintenance schedule, keeping kitchen tools and equipment in operable condition.
- Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Liaised closely with kitchen and front-of-house personnel.
- Maintained highest food quality standards regarding food inventory procedures, food storage and rotation.
- Conducted daily line checks, food reviews and taste tests to make improvements and correct deficiencies.
- Worked closely with customers and internal development teams to provide on-trend concepts and menu guidance.
Field Safety Monitor
Tetra Tech Inc.
Daphne, AL
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Minimized safety infractions through training in risk management, record keeping, hazard identification and quality assurance.
- Examined hazardous incidents and accidents to uncover causes and provided corrective actions.
- Responded to emergency situations in the most efficient, effective ways possible.
- Authored, coordinated and delivered mass educational briefings focused on occupational mishap trends and prevention.
- Reviewed compliance of paperwork, display and operational procedures to promote transparency.
- Inspected job sites for hazardous conditions.
- Oversaw safety monitoring and risk management strategies for multiple construction jobs.
- Worked effectively with multiple contractors at various sites providing safety training for employees.
- Assisted companies with rectifying safety and hazard issues.
- Analyzed job and worksites and reported on hazards, recommendations and successful corrections.
Server Manager
Bob's Downtown Diner
Mobile, AL
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
- Controlled portion sizes and garnishing for optimal cost controls.
- Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
- Performed continuous reviews of wait staff and provided feedback directly to team members as well as managers.
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
- Prepared and led foodservice training programs to teach staff various tasks such as stocking and restocking condiments, correctly inputting orders into system and performing credit and debit card transactions.
- Coordinated optimal guest relations from initial contact through final check-out to boost satisfaction and brand loyalty.
- Maximized food quality by closely monitoring shipments, preparation and food handling by team members.
- Maintained operations in full compliance with alcohol service standards and legal requirements to prevent incidents of overserving or underage drinking.
- Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
- Watched new staff for concerns such as drug use and card skimming.
- Kept food storage and preparation equipment in good working order to maximize safety and cost-efficiency of operations.
- Educated waiters on the menu, memorization strategies and how to convey information in a positive and upbeat manner.
- Instructed new staff members on food handling procedures and techniques.
- Sought out and implemented methods to improve service and team performance to boost business sustainability.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- Enforced staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Foley High School
Foley, AL06.1996
Skills
- Safety documentation and materials
- Public health
- Emergency situations
- Fire and safety guidance
- Safety training
- Budgetary planning
- Decontamination process and procedures
- Evaluations and reporting
- Site visits
- Work process analysis
- Vehicle safety
- Interviewing skills
- Hazard reporting
- Job analysis
- Safety assessment
- Kept detailed records of site inspections, issues and progress with standards
- Risk management
- Operating equipment
- Repairing frames
- Stapling and tacking skills
- Managing inventory
- Stretching fabric
- Troubleshooting problems
- Quality control standards
- Decision-making
- Active listening
- Organization
- Basic math
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Good work ethic
- PPE use
Timeline
Fire Sprinkler Installer
Johnson Controls
01.2024 - Current
Field Safety Monitor
Tetra Tech Inc.
10.2020 - 01.2021
Upholstery Technician
Like Nu Auto & Marine Upholstery
10.2020 - Current
Sous Chef
Country Place Senior Living
02.2020 - 10.2022
Server Manager
Bob's Downtown Diner
01.2018 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Foley High School