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Michael Apker

Norfolk,VA

Summary

Motivated construction laborer committed to learning and implementing skilled trades and meeting customer needs. Follows instructions and leads others with equal proficiency. Cultivates productive working relationships and instills confidence and trust. Capable Construction Laborer experienced in operating and maintaining equipment to support job site needs. Physically strong and fit with good time management abilities and dexterity to support skilled work.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Flooring Installer

Yates Flooring LLC
Norfolk, VA
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Maintained inventory list of items used on job sites to provide reordering details.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with supplies needed for job sites.
  • Removed existing flooring and discarded old material.
  • Measured and cut flooring materials to fit the dimensions of each room.
  • Checked finished installations for accuracy and quality assurance purposes.
  • Removed old flooring materials such as carpets or tiles when necessary.
  • Installed carpet, tile, laminate, and hardwood flooring in residential and commercial settings.
  • Worked with a variety of tools including saws, hammers, drills, screwdrivers.
  • Organized supplies into appropriate containers prior to beginning projects.
  • Prepared surfaces for installation by cleaning and leveling them.

Auto Body Repair Technician Assistant

Priority Collision
Chesapeake, VA
05.2022 - 03.2023
  • Utilized air compressors to tighten bolts during assembly process.
  • Used buffing tools to repair dents on vehicle doors and panels.
  • Covered bumpers, windows and trim with masking tape to prevent overspray or damage to adjacent areas.
  • Inspected automotive repairs to match paint and maintain body appearance.
  • Reviewed manufacturer manuals to understand vehicle specifications and parts.
  • Adjusted gaps between body panels using hand tools or power tools.
  • Ordered and utilized protective equipment and respirators to promote workplace safety.
  • Organized and maintained work areas free of potential hazards.
  • Used metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches to remove damaged vehicle sections.
  • Aligned headlights, taillights and side mirrors with precision tools.
  • Inspected vehicle frames for damage and corrosion prior to repair work.
  • Welded broken parts and filled in dents to create smooth vehicle bodies.
  • Replaced damaged car fenders, grills and panels.
  • Assisted in the installation of new body parts, bumpers, doors, windows, fenders and other components.
  • Removed damaged parts from vehicles using cutting torches or grinders.
  • Installed interior trim such as carpets, door panels, headliners and upholstery.
  • Replaced or repaired parts to complete daily work orders on vehicles.

Plumber's Assistant

Causeway Plumbing
Chesapeake, VA
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while working on a job site.
  • Operated power tools such as saws, drills, grinders, safely when required.
  • Cut and threaded pipe as directed by the plumber.
  • Installed valves, hangers and flanges inside piping systems.
  • Set alignment and grade using laser.
  • Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
  • Performed basic work such as snaking drains with little oversight.
  • Assisted plumber with work such as kitchen and bath remodels and appliance installations.
  • Performed maintenance tasks such as cleaning drains, replacing washers in faucets, tightening connections.
  • Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
  • Helped plumber work efficiently by carrying and organizing supplies, tools and equipment.
  • Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
  • Tested and identified pipe leaks with air and water pressure gauges under plumber supervision.
  • Learned how to complete semi-skilled work like laying new pipe and connecting fittings.
  • Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
  • Followed directions from the lead plumber closely at all times.
  • Transported equipment and materials to job sites as needed.
  • Assisted plumber in preparing and laying out materials for plumbing jobs.

Ironworker Apprentice

Shoreline Industries
Portsmouth, VA
10.2020 - 07.2021
  • Performed preventive maintenance on tools such as grinders or drills by cleaning them regularly.
  • Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
  • Performed mod assembly, erected and connected structural steel and leveled and torqued connections after steel placement.
  • Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
  • Connected parts by bolting them together using wrenches or other hand tools.
  • Determined safety risks associated with projects and implemented precautions to address risks.
  • Assembled rigging equipment including slings and chains for lifting heavy objects.
  • Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams and girders according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
  • Helped to erect steel columns, beams, and girders.
  • Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
  • Followed safety procedures while working at elevated heights above ground level.
  • Cleaned work areas, equipment, tools, materials, and supplies using brooms, rags, scrapers, brushes, shovels, or portable vacuums.
  • Cut and bent reinforcing bars with hand tools such as shears and benders.
  • Maintained inventory records of all materials used in each job site.
  • Assisted experienced ironworkers in the construction of bridges, buildings, and other structures.
  • Set up and operated welding machines to weld components together.
  • Positioned steel units, aligned holes and inserted temporary bolts while checking alignments and joining steel parts.
  • Grinded edges of structural metals after they have been cut or welded with grinders or chipping guns.
  • Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks carrying material used in construction projects.
  • Provided assistance to journeyman ironworkers when required.
  • Used cranes to hoist large pieces of steel into place during installation process.
  • Installed metal decking on floors or roofs of buildings.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lake Taylor High School
Norfolk, VA
06-2019

Electrical Equipment Installation And Repair

Norfolk Technical Center
Norfolk, VA
06-2019

Skills

  • Quality-Conscious
  • Excellent Work Ethic
  • Reliable and Consistent
  • Concise Time Management
  • Attentive to Detail
  • Materials Handling
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Confident and Positive Attitude
  • Surface Preparation
  • Strong Organization Skills
  • Results-Driven
  • Demolition
  • Task Delegation
  • Materials Selection

Timeline

Flooring Installer

Yates Flooring LLC
06.2023 - 11.2023

Auto Body Repair Technician Assistant

Priority Collision
05.2022 - 03.2023

Plumber's Assistant

Causeway Plumbing
08.2021 - 03.2022

Ironworker Apprentice

Shoreline Industries
10.2020 - 07.2021

High School Diploma -

Lake Taylor High School

Electrical Equipment Installation And Repair

Norfolk Technical Center

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