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
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Setup Operator
Parker Hannifan
Yankton, SD
04.2024 - 03.2025
Troubleshoot problems that arise during operation of machinery.
Load materials into production equipment according to specified instructions.
Calibrate and adjust equipment to ensure accuracy of production.
Record operational data in prescribed forms or logbooks including details such as settings used, production times.
Adjust machine feed and speed, change cutting tools, or adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction.
Inspect finished products for quality assurance purposes.
Clean machines prior to use by removing chips or debris from working areas.
Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining conditions.
Maintained a safe working environment by following safety protocols at all times.
Industrial Painter
Astec Industries
Yankton, SD
06.2023 - 04.2024
Assisted other painters in completing large-scale projects efficiently.
Mixed and matched paint according to specific project requirements.
Ensured that ventilation systems were functioning properly before starting any painting tasks.
Applied primer coats to ensure proper adhesion of paint.
Inspected painted surfaces after completion to ensure quality standards were met.
Cleaned up job sites when finished with projects.
Tattoo Artist
Deep City Tattoo
Yankto, SD
08.2019 - 05.2023
Delivered warm companionship with conversation, emotional reassurance and coordination of mentally stimulating activities.
Created permanent tattoos using indelible, non-toxic ink.
Provided clean, high-quality work at all times.
Showcased template design sheets for customers to review.
Worked closely with other staff to increase customer satisfaction with design creation and services.
Stenciled chosen designs onto skin before using tattoo gun.
Juvenile Detention Officer
St. John’s juvenile detention center.
St. John’s , AZ
01.2015 - 03.2023
Worked with therapeutic teams to facilitate counseling and group discussions for juveniles.
Patrolled correctional facility to ensure it's clean, secure and maintained.
Completed daily reports.
Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments.
Tattoo Artist
Small Town Ink
Springerville, AZ
06.2015 - 08.2019
Organized workspace to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for clients.
Applied tattoos according to instructions provided by clients.
Developed stencils from sketches or digital images using specialized software programs.
Researched design ideas online while collaborating with customers during consultations.
Cleaned and sterilized equipment before and after each client.
Ensured that machines were functioning properly before usage.
Tank Mechanic
United States National Guard
Manhattan, KS
07.2011 - 07.2017
Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
Used manual and computer- assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
Read and interpreted standards, drawings and blueprints and pinpointed inspection needs for repair work.
Correctional Officer
St. John’s County Sheriff’s Office
St. John’s , AZ
04.2015 - 05.2015
Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
Transported inmates to and from work details and court hearings.
Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
Professional House Cleaner
Consider It Done LLC
Abilene, KS
10.2012 - 11.2013
Worked with speed and efficiency to meet all job requirements.
Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
Waxed and polished wood flooring to restore faded appearance.
Landscape Laborer
Munie Greencare Professionals
Ft. Riley, KS
05.2010 - 10.2012
Operated and maintained basic landscaping equipment and vehicles.
Removed and properly disposed of debris to maintain worksite safety.
Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
Used zero-turn, traditional riding lawn mowers and self-propelled mowers to mow residential and commercial lawns.
Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
Edged lawns and flowerbeds using gas-powered and rotary edging tools.
Spread fertilizers over ground covers and plants to promote growth.
Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.