Randy Caffee
Welder helper
Norfolk,Virginia
Summary
Reliable and hardworking groundskeepers experienced in providing grounds maintenance for residential and commercial properties. Skilled in mowing, trimming, planting and landscaping. Highly knowledgeable in the use of various tools and equipment, including mowers, edgers, trimmers and blowers. Possesses excellent communication, customer service and problem-solving skills. Skilled Welder Helper with experience operating equipment, cleaning work sites and running errands. Hardworking professional proficient in completing welding support work with little oversight to accomplish tasks.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaping Laborer
Green alternatives
02.2023 - Current
- Applied knowledge of turf management principles in applying fertilizers or herbicides
- Assisted in the installation of irrigation systems for watering plants
- Displayed aptitude for operating irrigation systems according to established schedules
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to client inquiries
- Demonstrated skill at loading and unloading materials from trucks with a forklift or crane
- Recognized ability to assess site conditions accurately before beginning any job
- Demonstrated ability to operate power tools and equipment, including mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and tractors.
Pipe Layer
M.M. Gunter and son
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Inspected existing pipeline systems to identify problems with corroded or damaged pipes
- Able to read blueprints and interpret technical specifications accurately
- Filled trenches with gravel, dirt or sand depending on the nature of the project
- Conducted tests on pipelines after installation to ensure they meet industry standards
- Loaded and unloaded supplies from trucks at job sites using manual labor or hoists
- Maintained records of the number, length and type of pipes used in each project
- Installed valves, pressure gauges and other fixtures on pipelines
- Assembled and connected pipes made from a variety of materials including steel, copper and PVC
- Used hand tools such as saws, drills, hammers and wrenches for various tasks
- Performed calculations to determine the proper grade for drainage lines
- Maintained cleanliness around job sites throughout entire duration of project
- Sealed joints between sections of pipe using cement mortar or plastic sealants
- Dug ditches along designated paths using shovels, picks, sledgehammers or jackhammers
- Completed projects within specified time frames while maintaining quality standards
- Replaced broken parts in existing pipeline systems as needed
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all phases of work
- Operated heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and trenchers to excavate trenches for pipe laying
- Assisted Pipe Layer in preparing the pipe bed and laying pipes to exact specifications
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety protocols
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks using a forklift
- Tested newly installed pipelines for accuracy of alignment
- Responded promptly to emergency calls involving pipeline repairs
- Inspected existing piping systems for damage or leaks before beginning repairs or installation of new pipes
- Cleaned work area of debris after completing each job assignment
- Transported tools, supplies, and materials from one location to another using company vehicles
- Performed manual labor tasks including digging trenches, lifting materials, and loading supplies onto trucks
- Operated heavy machinery such as backhoes, trenchers, and excavators with precision
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific job requirements
- Communicated effectively with other crew members on job sites
- Repaired broken pipes using techniques such as cutting out damaged section and replacing with new piping material.
Education
High School Diploma -
Booker T Washington
Norfolk, Virginia06.2015
Skills
- Riding Mowers
- Trimming and Weeding
- Watering Lawns and Trees
- Hedge Design
- Grounds Maintenance
- Planting Flowers and Bushes
- Drain Cleaning
- Water and Sewer Piping
- Power Saws
- Pipe Measuring and Cutting
- Loading and Unloading Piping
- Reading Comprehension
- Locating Underground Utilities
- Company Policy Support
- Digging Trenches
- Heavy Lifting
- Crew Assistance
- Safety Meetings
- Storm Drain Piping
- Tools and Equipment
- Water Line Laying
- Backfilling Experience
- Trench Grading
- Traffic Flagging
- Sewer Structure Installation
- Pipefitting
- Stick Welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and Fitting
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Pipe welding
- Flat Welding
- Horizontal Welding
- MIG welding professional
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Cutting techniques
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Precision measuring tools
- Wire feed machines
- Sheet Metal Fabrication
- Welding procedure specification
- First Aid Training
- Material Selection
- Rigging Techniques
- Fire prevention
- Scaffolding Safety
- MIG welding
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Power Tools
- Power Tools Operation
- Portable Grinders
Personal Information
Title: Laborer
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Landscaping Laborer
Green alternatives
02.2023 - Current
Pipe Layer
M.M. Gunter and son
01.2022 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Booker T Washington