Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Floor Covering Installer
Self-employeed
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2017 - Current
Completed paperwork associated with each job accurately and promptly.
Loaded and unloaded materials from delivery vehicles using proper lifting techniques.
Removed existing flooring and discarded old material.
Applied waterproofing compounds and filled cracks with materials such as plaster, putty or grouting.
Trimmed and installed padding to specified dimensions to meet client requirements.
Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
Resolved customer complaints related to installation issues.
Checked finished product for quality assurance.
Inspected floor surface, assessed conditions and corrected potential imperfections affecting carpet and flooring installations.
Formed smooth flooring foundations by installing plywood or Masonite over support structures.
Maintained records of supplies used on each job site.
Ensured all work areas were clean upon completion of project.
Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
Cut and trimmed flooring to suit specified areas before installation.
Maintained a safe working environment by following all safety protocols and guidelines.
Inspected installed floor coverings for defects such as wrinkles or seams that have not been properly secured.
Attended training sessions relevant to the trade as needed.
Measured, marked and cut carpeting to size with hand-held and powered tools.
Installed various types of carpets, rugs, tiles, and vinyl floors with hand tools.
Used hand and power tools to install hardwood, vinyl, laminate and other types of flooring.
Repaired diverse flooring types using tools and equipment.
Removed old carpeting prior to installing new one.
Installed quality floorings at client sites and followed set customer service standards during installation process.
Used various chemicals and tools to repair damaged items.
Removed excess cement and flooring materials to form tight joints and attractive finishes.
Repaired or replaced damaged or worn sections of existing floor coverings.
Prepared surfaces for installation of floor covering, including sanding, patching, smoothing, and cleaning.
Prioritized tasks for each job after reading project blueprints and documents.
Provided instruction to customers regarding care and maintenance of newly installed floor coverings.
Line Cook
The Antlers Hotel
Colorado Springs, CO
01.2020 - 10.2020
Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
Assisted in preparation of menu items ranging from burgers to sandwiches.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Verified kitchen staff followed all recipes and portion serving guidelines correctly.
Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
Correctional Officer
Cheyenne Mountain Re-entry Center
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2013 - 12.2014
Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
Coordinated activities with inmates to stimulate learning and skill development for life after incarceration.
Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of [Type] facility.
Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
Security Officer
Allied Barton
Colorado City, CO
02.2011 - 10.2012
Provided assistance to other departments as needed such as deliveries from vendors or contractors.
Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
Inspected security systems to maintain consistent operational availability and to detect evidence of tampering.
Investigated reported incidents to protect company assets.
Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
Cashier
Zip Trip
Buffalo, WY
01.2009 - 11.2010
Maintained current knowledge of store promotions to highlight sales to customers.
Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
Processed refunds for worn, damaged and broken merchandise.
Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Infantryman
Army
Fort Carson, CO
05.2006 - 07.2008
Rendered first aid treatment to injured personnel on the battlefield.
Operated successfully under wide range of lighting, weather and stress conditions to complete missions.
Coordinated fire support activities with other units on the battlefield.
Defended country against threats by capturing, destroying and repelling enemy forces during combat.
Instructed personnel on environmental hazard reduction and PPE use, driving standardized procedures and supporting team health and performance.
Provided security for convoys, installations and personnel in hostile areas.
Engaged targets during different types of combat situations following precise orders from commanders.
Maintained accountability of assigned personnel, weapons, equipment and supplies.
Maintained critical communication in electronic warfare environment.
Inspected ammunition supplies to verify serviceability prior to use in field exercises or combat situations.
Operated and mounted night vision devices to zero in and engage targets.
Developed defensive positions to protect against enemy attacks.
Conducted search-and-rescue missions for downed pilots or isolated ground troops.
Computer Technician
CyberSkills
Burlington, VT
01.2005 - 04.2006
Used Active Directory to automate settings and changes to end-user computers, drive mappings and desktop configurations.
Transported and installed machines to to new sites.
Identified hardware issues caused by component failures using approved diagnostic tools.
Implemented security measures to protect against unauthorized access or viruses.
Explained technology-related details in easy-to-understand terms to individuals from different backgrounds and in various job positions.
Diagnosed issues with existing computer systems and identified solutions to resolve them.
Documented repair processes and helped streamline procedures for future technical support actions.
Supported users with fax machines, printers and other output devices to facilitate local connectivity requirements.
Performed troubleshooting on networking and connectivity issues to restore connections and network access.
Performed basic network troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
Built custom PCs based on customers' specifications using various components from different manufacturers.
Installed new systems and components according to service orders and manufacturer instructions.