Luke Hall
Hurricane,UT
Summary
Versatile and disciplined professional with a rich background in trail guiding, military service, and welding. As a trail guide, I've honed my outdoor skills and developed a keen awareness of the environment. Serving as a mortarman in the U.S. Army instilled discipline, adaptability, and crisis management. My experience as a welder reflects precision, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trail Guide
Canyon Trail Rides
Zion National Park, UT
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Assisted in maintaining trails by removing debris, filling in ruts and other tasks as needed.
- Instructed visitors on proper horsemanship techniques.
- Lead small groups of riders along designated trails with a focus on safety and enjoyment of their experience.
- Inspected trails regularly to ensure they are safe and well-maintained for riders.
- Monitored weather conditions and made adjustments to routes accordingly.
- Conducted pre-ride inspections of horses prior to each ride to ensure they are healthy and fit for riding.
- Responded quickly to any accidents or injuries that may have occurred during a ride.
- Performed basic first aid if necessary while out on the trails.
- Communicated effectively with team members throughout the day sharing information on changes in plans or issues that need attention.
- Facilitated tours to groups of up to 30 riders.
Infantry Mortarman
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Drum, NY
07.2019 - 11.2022
- Maintained and operated various mortar systems, including the M224 60mm Mortar, 81mm Mortar, and 120mm Mortar.
- Conducted regular maintenance on assigned weapons systems and equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Provided technical advice and assistance to junior personnel regarding proper operation and maintenance of mortar systems.
- Assisted with the training of new personnel in the operation, safety procedures, and deployment techniques associated with mortar systems.
- Participated in live-fire exercises in order to maintain proficiency with mortar operations.
- Carried out pre-combat checks prior to mission execution as part of a standard operating procedure.
- Transported mortars from one location to another using appropriate vehicles or air transportation methods.
- Monitored radio communications between team members during field exercises in order to coordinate actions effectively.
- Collaborated with other infantry units when conducting joint operations involving mortars.
Welder
Underground Storage Solutions
Hildale, UT
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
- Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
Laborer
Neils Fugal Construction
Washington, UT
10.2023 - Current
- Operated a variety of tools to excavate, move and grade earth for foundations, trenches and roads.
- Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
- 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.
- Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Signaled operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hurricane High School
Hurricane, UT05-2019
Certification
- I took a CLS (combat life saver) class in the army where we learned to treat combat casualties.
- I went to Air Assault school where I learned to repel and fast rope out of helicopters as well as to attach sling loads under helicopters.
References
- Jerek Spendlove 435-668-8298
- Staff Sergeant Terry Shoe 336-541-5177
- Sergeant Brandon Cox 937-541-2550
Timeline
Laborer
Neils Fugal Construction
10.2023 - Current
Welder
Underground Storage Solutions
12.2022 - 10.2023
Infantry Mortarman
U.S. Army Active Duty
07.2019 - 11.2022
Trail Guide
Canyon Trail Rides
03.2018 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Hurricane High School
- I took a CLS (combat life saver) class in the army where we learned to treat combat casualties.
- I went to Air Assault school where I learned to repel and fast rope out of helicopters as well as to attach sling loads under helicopters.