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John (Chris) David

Fort Lupton,CO

Summary

Reliable Mechanical worker offering 16 years of experience in related roles. Hardworking and dedicated with unyielding work ethic. Commended for promoting workplace safety and implementing improved safety training protocols.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Assistant

Arrow Stage Lines
Denver, CO
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Inspected buildings and other structures to determine functionality of systems and detected malfunctions.
  • Maintained records of all repairs completed in a logbook for future reference.
  • Assisted with the installation of new equipment per manufacturer specifications.
  • Performed regular maintenance and repair of facility equipment and systems, such as HVAC units, plumbing fixtures, electrical wiring and lighting.
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts as necessary using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, measuring instruments and other specialized equipment.
  • Operated forklifts and hoists to move heavy objects while adhering to safety regulations.
  • Monitored inventory levels of spare parts used in maintenance activities.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving malfunctioning machinery or damaged facilities.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable safety standards during all maintenance operations.
  • Provided technical support for staff when troubleshooting issues related to building systems.
  • Adhered to established procedures for ordering replacement parts and supplies from vendors.
  • Cleaned up debris from work areas after completing repairs or installations.
  • Diagnosed problems with complex mechanical components using diagnostic tools such as multimeters.
  • Repaired minor damages to walls, floors and ceilings caused by wear-and-tear or vandalism.
  • Replaced worn out seals and gaskets on pumps, valves and other hydraulic components.
  • Maintained grounds through lawn care, garbage removal and special services such as tree pruning and removal.
  • Prepared walls for painting by patching holes and replacing drywall.
  • Contributed to maintenance of safe conditions within facility by mopping up wet spots on floor and sweeping up broken glass.
  • Replaced worn and damaged parts to keep maintenance equipment fully functional.
  • Completed minor electrical, plumbing and HVAC maintenance for building occupants.
  • Used hand and power tools to adjust, connect and disconnect wiring and tubings.
  • Detected and repaired hazardous conditions or concerns that presented risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Read and interpreted equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
  • Ordered parts, supplies and equipment from suppliers or obtained needed items from storage rooms.
  • Inspected main buildings and adjacent structures to check system functionality and assess repair needs.
  • Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
  • Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
  • Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
  • Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
  • Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
  • Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
  • Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
  • Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
  • Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
  • Estimated costs to repair machinery, equipment or building structures.
  • Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
  • Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.

Vehicle Detailer

Ramblin Express
Arvada, CO
12.2020 - 12.2022
  • Cleaned and detailed both interior and exterior of vehicle, including carpets, upholstery, windows, wheels, and mirrors.
  • Polished car body to remove scratches and blemishes using buffing machine.
  • Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.
  • Inspected vehicles for damage prior to detailing process.
  • Performed minor repairs on vehicles such as replacing light bulbs, wiper blades.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area by disposing of all waste materials properly.
  • Utilized specialized cleaning products for leather interiors and other surfaces in order to preserve their condition.
  • Removed tar spots from bumpers using degreasing agents and solvents.
  • Cleaned engine compartments with steam cleaners before applying protective coatings or dressings.
  • Used brushes, sponges, rags, toothbrushes to reach hard-to-reach areas during cleaning process.
  • Replaced old windshield wipers with new ones when needed.
  • Checked tire pressure levels and adjusted accordingly.
  • Followed safety procedures while operating machinery used in detailing process.
  • Adhered strictly to all environmental regulations regarding disposal of hazardous chemicals or materials.
  • Maintained inventory levels of supplies required for detailing jobs.
  • Vacuumed vehicle interiors to remove loose dirt and debris.
  • Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces with cleaning agents to remove dirt and debris.
  • Performed preventative maintenance to maintain proper functioning of service tools and equipment.
  • Checked vehicles prior to service and immediately afterward to identify damages.
  • Removed minor flaws in refinish using sanding and buffing.
  • Used steam cleaning equipment to remove dirt from engine and engine compartment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and presentation of stockroom and organized chemical racks by size, style and color for visual appeal.
  • Mixed cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions, or other compounds according to formulas.
  • Inspected parts, equipment or vehicles for cleanliness and damage.
  • Cleaned and polished vehicle windows.
  • Rinsed objects and placed on drying racks or used cloths, squeegees or air compressors to dry surfaces.
  • Connected hoses or lines to pumps or other equipment.
  • Monitored operation of cleaning machines and stopped machines or notified supervisors when malfunctions occurred.
  • Maintained inventories of cleaning supplies.
  • Turned valves or disconnected hoses to eliminate water, cleaning solutions or vapors from machinery or tanks.
  • Transported materials, equipment or supplies to or from work areas.
  • Rotated handles on equipment to regulate pressure or flow of water, air, steam or abrasives from sprayer nozzles.
  • Disassembled and reassembled machines or equipment or removed and reattached vehicle parts or trim.
  • Pressed buttons to activate cleaning equipment or machines.
  • Swept, shoveled or vacuumed debris or salvageable scrap into containers and removed from work areas.
  • Pre-soaked or rinsed machine parts, equipment or vehicles by immersing in cleaning solutions or water.
  • Cleaned plastic work inside cars using paintbrushes.

Door Installer

Door Zone
Aurora, CO
03.2014 - 09.2014
  • Removed old door and disposed of it properly.
  • Measured, cut, and installed new door frames according to specifications.
  • Installed hinges, locks, knobs, strike plates, and other hardware on doors as needed.
  • Cut mortises for locksets and deadbolts in door jambs using router or chisel.
  • Adjusted door heights by cutting off excess material from bottom of frame.
  • Aligned doors with frames using shims and levelers to ensure proper fitment.
  • Ensured that all doors opened and closed smoothly without sticking or binding.
  • Attached weatherstripping around the perimeter of the doorframe to prevent drafts.
  • Inspected all components prior to installation to verify accuracy and quality standards were met.
  • Repaired minor damage such as scratches, dents, chips., in order to restore appearance of finished product.
  • Assembled prefabricated metal frames for steel security doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Tested fire-rated doors for proper operation before final installation was completed.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following safety protocols at all times while performing tasks.
  • Installed automatic closers on commercial doors to ensure they close securely after each use.
  • Provided customer service assistance by answering questions about products and services offered.
  • Adhered strictly to building codes when installing any type of door or window system within a structure.
  • Assisted team members with complex installations requiring multiple people due to size or weight restrictions.
  • Installed single and double residential entry doors and commercial doors, with or without blueprints.
  • Performed skilled carpentry work as part of door installation.
  • Verified safely-executed work according to local and state codes and standards.
  • Outfitted doors with locks and other security hardware as part of installation process and confirmed proper fit and operation.
  • Repaired and retrofit doors into existing installations for remodeling projects.
  • Cared for and respected customer's home or business by adhering to detailed cleanup checklist after installation.
  • Operated hand tools, saws, routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.
  • Performed tie spacing layout to measure, mark and cut material.
  • Sanded surfaces to remove ridges, tool marks and glue.
  • Followed carpenter directions and work order information.
  • Completed basic and semi-skilled work under direction of fully qualified carpenter.
  • Supported project planning by collecting and documenting measurements, marking installation points and cutting materials to desired sizes.
  • Secured stakes to grids for construction of footings.
  • Helped establish accurate reference points and lines with skilled use of plumb bobs and sighting rods.
  • Promoted team efficiency by consistently picking up excess materials and tools.

Fabricator

Superior Air Filtration
Denver, CO
09.2013 - 03.2014
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
  • Measured and marked material for cutting or shaping using measuring tools.
  • Interpreted blueprints to determine job requirements including dimensions and tolerances.
  • Set up jigs, fixtures or other holding devices according to blueprint specifications.
  • Selected appropriate filler metals based on type of base materials being joined.
  • Fabricated custom parts from raw materials using manual machining equipment.
  • Loaded, unloaded components onto, from pallets utilizing overhead crane system where applicable.
  • Ensured proper maintenance was performed on all shop equipment used in order to maintain efficiency.
  • Used hand tools to position, align and secure product components.
  • Marked cutting lines and measurements on materials.
  • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
  • Fitted and aligned parts to fit properly on products.
  • Designed and utilized templates to measure and efficiently shape products.
  • Adhered to production schedules to meet company goals.
  • Operated, calibrated and performed preventative maintenance on fabrication machines.
  • Interpreted product assembly instructions from blueprints and manuals.
  • Assembled and completed products according to production schedules.
  • Adhered to work safety standards, wore protective equipment and removed workplace hazards from job sites.
  • Retrieved correct materials from product inventory to perform various fabrication duties.
  • Read and interpreted schematics and drawings for accurate results.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials and products.
  • Powered up, calibrated and shut down fabricating machinery according to company regulations.
  • Reviewed blueprints and schematics to fabricate products according to necessary specifications.
  • Created templates for repetitive tasks to expedite fabrication processes.
  • Assessed work for errors or compliance issues and made corrections or modifications.
  • Recorded and reported product damages and malfunctions for supervisor review.

Construction Worker

US Navy Seabees
Gulfport, MS
09.2007 - 11.2012
  • Assisted in the preparation of construction sites by clearing debris, leveling ground and erecting scaffolding.
  • Installed formwork for concrete structures according to specifications.
  • Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
  • Followed blueprints or engineering plans to determine the best methods of assembling structures.
  • Built temporary supports during construction processes such as shoring up beams or columns until they are set in place permanently.
  • Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
  • Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
  • Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on all tools used during construction process ensuring that they were properly functioning at all times.
  • Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
  • Monitored progress of construction activities making sure deadlines were met.
  • Coordinated with other workers onsite to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
  • Provided assistance to supervisors when needed completing additional duties as assigned.
  • Ensured compliance with local codes regarding building regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records documenting project progress throughout duration of each job.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
  • Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
  • Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
  • Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
  • Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
  • Completed general carpentry, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and plumbing installations and repairs.
  • Assembled structural components, replacing parts to meet regulatory code standards.
  • Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.
  • Maintained baseline safety knowledge to improve deficient areas and meet code.
  • Addressed and resolved on-site problems to keep teams on-task and avoid development of larger concerns.
  • Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
  • Performed lock-out-tag-out procedures on equipment prior to service work to promote workplace safety.
  • Utilized electrical, plumbing and HVAC expertise to complete projects and adhere to timelines.
  • Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
  • Installed structures or fixtures using hand or power tools per plan drawings.
  • Used wheelbarrow to move debris and material to designated areas on jobsite.
  • Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
  • Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades to assist in vertical construction activities.
  • Signaled operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
  • Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
  • Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
  • Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
  • Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
  • Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
  • Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
  • Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
  • Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
  • Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.
  • Performed site activities required of green-certified construction practices.

Education

Military Construction Training - Plumbing/HVAC/OSHA

A-School
Sheppard AFB, TX
11-2007

High School Diploma -

Brighton Charter School
Brighton, CO
05-2006

Skills

  • Appliance Repair
  • Landscaping and groundskeeping
  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Equipment maintenance and repair

Affiliations

  • Blacksmithing
  • Leatherworking
  • Minor Carpentry
  • Gaming

Certification

  • DOL certification in General, Electrical, And Plumbing Maintenance
  • DOL Forklift Certification
  • OSHA Certification

Timeline

Maintenance Assistant

Arrow Stage Lines
01.2023 - 02.2024

Vehicle Detailer

Ramblin Express
12.2020 - 12.2022

Door Installer

Door Zone
03.2014 - 09.2014

Fabricator

Superior Air Filtration
09.2013 - 03.2014

Construction Worker

US Navy Seabees
09.2007 - 11.2012

Military Construction Training - Plumbing/HVAC/OSHA

A-School

High School Diploma -

Brighton Charter School
  • DOL certification in General, Electrical, And Plumbing Maintenance
  • DOL Forklift Certification
  • OSHA Certification
John (Chris) David