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Education
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Nikki Kelley

Tampa,FL

Summary

To obtain gainful employment in a position that combines my education, experience, leadership style and overall passion for serving under-privileged and disadvantaged populations. The ideal company is one that provides training opportunities for employees to enhance personal and professional development, as well as future opportunities for growth and promotion.

Dependable Job Title skilled in using hand and power tools in construction environments. Collaborates well with other team members and willing to help in any capacity to complete jobs.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure skilled laborer,/operator position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Experienced with variety of construction and maintenance tasks, ensuring high-quality work. Utilizes machinery and tools effectively to complete projects on time. Knowledge of safety standards and teamwork principles to achieve project goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Skilled Laborer/ Operator

Highway Safety Devices
10.2023 - Current
  • Demonstrated versatility in adapting quickly between different types of skilled labor tasks depending on project requirements.
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Used problem-solving skills to troubleshoot unexpected issues during construction projects while minimizing delays or additional costs involved in resolving them.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule, ensuring high-quality results and client satisfaction.
  • Contributed to the continuous improvement process by actively participating in team discussions, providing feedback on best practices, and suggesting innovative ideas for enhancing overall project performance.

Employment Specialist

Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists Inc. (VRSI)
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • Establishes trusting and collaborative relationships with clients directed toward the goal of gainful, yet competitive employment in job settings with other workers who may or may not have similar disadvantages
  • Conducts job searches and job development activities, targeting fields that are individualized toward the client’s interest and experience
  • Refers clients to community resources and benefits aimed to eliminate barriers to employment and enhance overall quality of life
  • Also, conducts outreach and establishes partnerships with local employers in efforts to speed up, and alleviate stress relating to, the application/hiring processes

Skilled Laborer

Burkett Stucco International
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Specialized in demolition, taping and mudding, sheetrock/drywall, framing, fire caulking and soldering
  • Versatile in use of variety tools such as impact drill, router, trowel, and sander
  • Assisted with daily construction inspections

Master Solderer

Raytheon
01.2010 - 04.2013
  • Followed detailed assembly instructions, processes, and procedures.
  • Operated soldering iron stations to solder connectors to cable assemblies.
  • Reworked, repaired, and adjusted cable assemblies and harnesses to meet safety standards.
  • Inspected assemblies using microscopes and magnification aides to verify quality and durability.
  • Played an integral role in achieving project deadlines through diligent work ethic and commitment to excellence in soldering tasks.

Motor Transport Diesel Mechanic

United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • Effective Squad Leader entrusted with overseeing the mentoring, production, and safety of twenty lower ranking Marines
  • Executed inventories and reordering of mechanical components needed to repair all military issued vehicles in a fast-paced setting
  • Inspected all vehicle repairs ensuring their completion and safety before releasing them to various Marine Corps Units
  • Logged data for any and every vehicle and vehicle parts upon acceptance and distribution

Education

Certified Personal Trainer - Nutrition and weight loss, Proper equipment ergonomics and use, Bodybuilding

Tampa Personal Training Institute
Tampa, FL

Basic Esthetics program -

Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthetics
Woburn, MA

Skills

  • Worksite preparation
  • Power and hand tools
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Hand and power tools
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Punctual and dependable
  • Team player
  • Excellent communication
  • Heavy lifting
  • Material loading and unloading
  • Physical strength and stamina
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Qualifications Licenses

  • HAZMAT
  • Ammunition Transporter
  • Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthetics

Timeline

Skilled Laborer/ Operator

Highway Safety Devices
10.2023 - Current

Employment Specialist

Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists Inc. (VRSI)
01.2022 - 10.2023

Skilled Laborer

Burkett Stucco International
01.2017 - 01.2018

Master Solderer

Raytheon
01.2010 - 04.2013

Motor Transport Diesel Mechanic

United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2007

Certified Personal Trainer - Nutrition and weight loss, Proper equipment ergonomics and use, Bodybuilding

Tampa Personal Training Institute

Basic Esthetics program -

Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthetics
Nikki Kelley