Earl Jones
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
I Am hardworking and dedicated. I will not stop until the job is done, I try my hardest and do my best at any task I'm given, I am very focused and punctual. I am very kind hearted and an outgoing people person. I am an all-around team player who will stop at nothing to succeed
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Violence Interrupter
Pivot 4 Peace
Portsmouth, VA
01.2026 - Current
Insulator
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
Portsmouth, USA
04.2017 - Current
- Inspecting, maintaining, installing, modifying, fabricating and repairing thermal insulation and insulation materials for buildings, pipe, fittings, valves, tanks, duct work, heat exchangers, economizers, boilers and other equipment
- Developing patterns, laying out, cutting, forming, joining, assembling and installing all types of insulating materials
- Inspected, maintained, installed, modified, fabricated, and repaired thermal insulation and insulation materials for buildings, pipes, fittings, valves, tanks, ductwork, heat exchangers, economizers, boilers, and other equipment to ensure optimal thermal performance.
- Constructed insulating forms to achieve specific shapes for optimal thermal performance.
- The ability to install, remove, and repair molded insulation which includes calcium silicate, tempmat, and finishing cement to various size piping systems (i.e., 1x1, 2x1, 3x2, 5x2, 8x3, 10x3, 24x4)
- Executed high-quality workmanship by cutting proper miters and applying fiberglass cloth smoothly without trapping excessive glue.
Stock Manager/Sales Associate
5 Below
Suffolk, USA
02.2015 - 07.2017
- Tracked and maintained inventory.
- Trained employees and scheduled shifts, ensuring compliance with break schedules and efficient shipment processing.
- Updated customer records in database to ensure accuracy.
- Received and displayed merchandise shipments according to company standards.
- Update records.
- Maintained store appearance to enhance customer experience and promote merchandise effectively.
Warehouse Worker
Ranstand Staffing
Suffolk, USA
05.2013 - 01.2015
- Assist shipping and receiving unloading trucks and checking in merchandise
- Prepared orders by processing requests and supply orders; pulled materials, packed boxes, and placed orders in delivery area
- Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to organizational standards
- Opened bales, crates, and containers to access contents for further processing.
- Maintains inventory controls by collecting stock location orders, printing requests, recording amounts of materials or items received or distributed through a computer. May also assist in counting of physical inventory
- Prepared parcels for mailing by packaging items securely and labeling correctly.
- Maintained safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and work stations neat; swept, dusted, mopped, and organized warehouse for orderliness
- Wore proper safety equipment to ensure personal protection while performing tasks.
Rigger Helper/Painter
Katmai Government Services
Portsmouth, USA
08.2012 - 03.2014
- Determined appropriate load weights for safe rigging operations. judge distances, heights, and clearances.
- Select tackle and hardware suitable for the load.
- Rig the load safely.
- Inspected chain hoist thoroughly for any signs of damage.
- Installed rigging hitches and basic knots for safe working load.
- Competent and capable of directing the crane and load to ensure safe efficient operations.
- Ensure site is prepared for crane operations.
- Calculate the load and rigging weight and where load will be placed.
- Review site plans with supervisor.
- Executed basic rigging procedures to ensure safe load handling.
- Determine the number of parts of the hoist line requiredd.
- Assisted journey-level painters in preparing surfaces for painting by removing foreign materials, grease, rust, and scales.
Education
High School -
Woodrow Wilson High School
Portsmouth, VASkills
- Crisis Intervention
- Conflict Resolution
- Community Engagement
- Negotiation Techniques
- Warehouse management
- Inventory stocking
- Forklift operation
- Pallet jack operation
- Negotiation Techniques
Additional Information
I Am hard working and dedicated, I will not stop until the job is done, I try my hardest and do my best at any task I'm given, I am very focused and punctual. I am very kind hearted and a outgoing people person. I'm an all around team player who will stop at nothing to succeed.
Timeline
Violence Interrupter
Pivot 4 Peace
01.2026 - Current
Insulator
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
04.2017 - Current
Stock Manager/Sales Associate
5 Below
02.2015 - 07.2017
Warehouse Worker
Ranstand Staffing
05.2013 - 01.2015
Rigger Helper/Painter
Katmai Government Services
08.2012 - 03.2014
High School -
Woodrow Wilson High School