Michael Harrison
Copperas Cove,Texas
Summary
Motivated 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.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Idependant Contractor-Delivery Driver
DoorDash
Copperas Cove/Killeen/Harker Heights, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Participated in training sessions regarding safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques.
- Delivered food orders and goods to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Inspected vehicle for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
Groundskeeper
Cove RV Park
Copperas Cove, TX
01.2018 - Current
- Swept and raked leaves, debris and other materials from grounds;.
- Trimmed trees, shrubs and hedges using hand tools such as shears and pruners
- Operated mowers, tractors and other equipment in a safe manner
- Collected litter from the grounds on a regular basis
- Built fences when necessary for safety purposes
- Dug trenches for installing new electrical cables or water lines
- Removed hazardous objects from the grounds such as broken glass
- Mowed lawns and trimmed grass around sidewalks, flower beds and walls.
- Lifted and removed fallen or damaged branches using hand and power tools.
- Moved leaves and grass clippings using leaf blower.
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
- Transported mulch, soil and sand using shovel and rake.
Concrete Construction Laborer
McTarnahan Construction
Copperas Cove, TX
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Mixed, poured and finished concrete using hand tools such as shovels and trowels.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials from trucks to job site.
- Demolished existing structures with sledgehammers and other power tools.
- Assisted in the installation of formwork for pouring concrete.
- Conducted daily safety inspections on all equipment used at the job site.
- Repaired damaged forms prior to pouring concrete, as needed.
- Transported heavy objects around the work area with wheelbarrows or dollies.
- Installed reinforcing steel bars in preparation for concrete pour.
- Cleaned up debris from demolition sites and removed waste material from job sites.
- Leveled dirt and gravel in order to prepare surfaces for new construction projects.
- Used laser levels or transit levels to ensure accuracy when setting forms for pours.
- Tamped down soil beneath footings in order to create an even surface prior to pouring.
- Utilized a range of hand tools such as rakes, hoes and shovels in order to spread concrete mix evenly.
- Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
- Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
- Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
- Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
- Set up scaffolding, braces and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
- Signaled truck driver to pour concrete and move chute, directing concrete on forms.
- Operated power vibrator to compact concrete.
Construction Materials Testing Technician
Pavetex Engineering And Testing
Dripping Springs, TX
10.2015 - 03.2019
- Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
- Developed detailed reports documenting test results for analysis by engineers.
- Adhered to all safety policies and procedures while working in the lab environment.
- Cleaned, maintained and properly stocked company vehicle to prepare for required duties.
- Performed field and laboratory testing on soils, asphalt, and concrete to verify compliance with specific job site specifications and tolerances.
- Transport concrete samples with a wheelbarrows to a flat level surface to perform testing in a safe and designated area.
- Use a sledge hammer to drive steel pins to create a hole at the appropriate depth to test the compaction of soils for building pads, parking lots, and other structural or non-structural fill areas using a nuclear moisture/density gauge.
- Attended proper radiation training for operating nuclear moisture/density gauge.
- Operated and inspected company vehicle daily according to company policy
- Received training and certifications for all testing performed on military installations, city/county projects, and TX DOT.
Concrete Laborer
McTarnahan
Copperas Cove, TX
11.2014 - 08.2015
- Mixed, poured and finished concrete using hand tools such as shovels and trowels.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials from trucks to job site.
- Demolished existing structures with sledgehammers and other power tools.
- Assisted in the installation of formwork for pouring concrete.
- Conducted daily safety inspections on all equipment used at the job site.
- Repaired damaged forms prior to pouring concrete, as needed.
- Transported heavy objects around the work area with wheelbarrows or dollies.
- Installed reinforcing steel bars in preparation for concrete pour.
- Cleaned up debris from demolition sites and removed waste material from job sites.
- Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
- Leveled dirt and gravel in order to prepare surfaces for new construction projects.
- Checked grade stakes and string lines during layout process before pouring concrete.
- Tamped down soil beneath footings in order to create an even surface prior to placing concrete
- Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
- Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
- Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
- Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
- Set up scaffolding, braces and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
- Signaled truck driver to pour concrete and move chute, directing concrete on forms.
- Operated power vibrator to compact concrete.
Construction Material Testing Technician
Alliance Geotechnical Group
Taylor, TX
10.2011 - 10.2014
- Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
- Developed detailed reports documenting test results for analysis by engineers.
- Adhered to all safety policies and procedures while working in the lab environment.
- Cleaned, maintained and properly stocked company vehicle to prepare for required duties.
- Performed field and laboratory testing on soils, asphalt, and concrete to verify compliance with specific job site specifications and tolerances.
- Transport concrete samples with a wheelbarrows to a flat level surface to perform testing in a safe and designated area.
- Use a sledge hammer to drive steel pins to create a hole at the appropriate depth to test the compaction of soils for building pads, parking lots, and other structural or non-structural fill areas using a nuclear moisture/density gauge.
- Attended proper radiation training for operating nuclear moisture/density gauge.
- Operated and inspected company vehicle daily according to company policy
- Received training and certifications for all testing performed on military installations, city/county projects, and TX DOT.
Construction Materials Testing Technician
Professional Service Industries Inc.
Harker Heights, TX
10.2006 - 09.2011
- Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
- Developed detailed reports documenting test results for analysis by engineers.
- Adhered to all safety policies and procedures while working in the lab environment.
- Cleaned, maintained and properly stocked company vehicle to prepare for required duties.
- Performed field and laboratory testing on soils, asphalt, and concrete to verify compliance with specific job site specifications and tolerances.
- Transport concrete samples with a wheelbarrows to a flat level surface to perform testing in a safe and designated area.
- Use a sledge hammer to drive steel pins to create a hole at the appropriate depth to test the compaction of soils for building pads, parking lots, and other structural or non-structural fill areas using a nuclear moisture/density gauge.
- Attended proper radiation training for operating nuclear moisture/density gauge.
- Operated and inspected company vehicle daily according to company policy
- Received training and certifications for all testing performed on military installations, city/county projects, and TX DOT.
Plumber Helper
Rabroker Ac And Plumbing
Temple, TX
08.2006 - 10.2006
- Tested pipe systems for leaks using air and water pressure gauges.
- Assisted apprentices with learning basic skills such as soldering pipes or installing valves.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Used plumb bob to mark layouts on building slab to measure and cut pipes accordingly
- Use power tools according to safety procedures
- Assist in all plumbing installations for newly constructed commercial buildings
Concrete Construction Laborer
FT Woods
Georgetown, TX
05.2006 - 08.2006
- Operated a variety of equipment including jackhammers, drills, saws, grinders.
- Assisted in the installation of formwork for pouring concrete.
- Transported heavy objects around the work area with wheelbarrows or dollies.
- Cleaned up debris from demolition sites and removed waste material from job sites.
- Tamped down soil beneath footings in order to create an even surface prior to pouring.
- Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
- Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
Electrician Helper
Atkinson Electric
Copperas Cove, TX
03.2005 - 04.2006
- Installed outlets, switches, and circuit breakers according to code specifications.
- Assisted electricians in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and components.
- Used hand tools such as screwdrivers and pliers to install wiring or conduit.
- Set up ladders and scaffolding when needed to access hard-to-reach places.
- Cleaned up job sites after completing assigned tasks by disposing off debris.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring and adjusted breaker boxes.
- Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
Telemarketer
Convergys
Killeen, TX
01.2005 - 02.2005
- Greeted customers in a friendly, professional manner on the phone.
- Provided product information, answered questions, and offered solutions to customer inquiries.
- Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures when conducting telemarketing activities.
- Managed time effectively by scheduling daily call times based on peak hours or other factors.
Car Wash Attendant
SSS Carwash
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2004 - 11.2004
- Greeted customers and answered questions regarding services offered.
- Cleaned interior and exterior of vehicles using cleaning products and tools such as vacuums, brushes, towels, sponges.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures relating to customer service standards.
- Detailed inside of vehicles, including scrubbing, shampooing and vacuuming interior.
- Drove (300) manual and automatic vehicles per day to guide through carwash.
Telemarketer Collections
GC Services
Copperas Cove, TX
06.2003 - 08.2004
- Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures when conducting telemarketing activities.
- Performed outbound calls on customer accounts that were sent to collections for being delinquent on payments.
- Offer credit assistant options to help customers to bring their accounts to a current status
- Set up payment arrangements for direct or post dated payments
Cashier, Bagger, Stocker
HEB Grocery Store
Copperas Cove, TX
01.2002 - 03.2003
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
- Bagged groceries for customers quickly and accurately.
- Stacked items in bags to maximize space and prevent breakage.
- Greeted customers entering the store with a friendly attitude.
- Adhered to all safety protocols while operating cash register or other equipment as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Copperas Cove High School
Copperas Cove, TX05-2003
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- Vehicle Inspection
- Navigational Systems and GPS
- Customer Service
- Safe driving techniques
- Punctual and Reliable
- Blueprint Reading
- Job Site Cleanup
- Plumbing
- Landscaping
- Electrical understanding
- Safety Procedures
- Drywall Installation
- Asphalt Paving
- Heavy Lifting
- Vehicle Unloading and Loading
- Attention to Detail
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Repetitive Work
- Safety awareness
- Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
- Fence building
- Team Collaboration
- Willingness to learn
- Physical Strength
Timeline
Idependant Contractor-Delivery Driver
DoorDash
08.2021 - Current
Concrete Construction Laborer
McTarnahan Construction
09.2019 - 06.2021
Groundskeeper
Cove RV Park
01.2018 - Current
Construction Materials Testing Technician
Pavetex Engineering And Testing
10.2015 - 03.2019
Concrete Laborer
McTarnahan
11.2014 - 08.2015
Construction Material Testing Technician
Alliance Geotechnical Group
10.2011 - 10.2014
Construction Materials Testing Technician
Professional Service Industries Inc.
10.2006 - 09.2011
Plumber Helper
Rabroker Ac And Plumbing
08.2006 - 10.2006
Concrete Construction Laborer
FT Woods
05.2006 - 08.2006
Electrician Helper
Atkinson Electric
03.2005 - 04.2006
Telemarketer
Convergys
01.2005 - 02.2005
Car Wash Attendant
SSS Carwash
08.2004 - 11.2004
Telemarketer Collections
GC Services
06.2003 - 08.2004
Cashier, Bagger, Stocker
HEB Grocery Store
01.2002 - 03.2003
High School Diploma -
Copperas Cove High School