Richard Fisher
Summary
Dedicated and skilled General Laborer with experience at Radford & Radford, adept at operating hand and power tools while ensuring safety compliance. Proven problem-solver with a strong work ethic, recognized for enhancing team efficiency and maintaining organized job sites. Proficient in concrete mixing and scaffolding setup, committed to delivering quality results.
Professional labor worker ready to contribute effectively to team success. Skilled in using hand tools, operating machinery, and adhering to safety protocols. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to high standards. Strong focus on collaborative efforts and achieving tangible results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
General Laborer
Radford & Radford
Beckley, WV
07.2024 - Current
- Operated various hand tools and equipment for construction tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in maintaining clean and organized work areas to enhance safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within set deadlines.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to minimize risks on job sites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, ensuring proper handling to prevent damage.
- Supported skilled tradespeople by preparing materials and assisting with installations.
- Conducted routine inspections of tools and equipment for maintenance needs.
- Adapted quickly to changing job requirements and varied work environments.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
General Laborer
Homestyle Builders
Rainelle, WV
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
- Improved worksite safety by consistently adhering to established protocols and regulations.
- Enhanced team morale through positive attitude, mutual support, and fostering a collaborative atmosphere during challenging projects.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Assisted in foundations.
- Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components, trim work.
Pipefitter
Harman Saunders
South Boston, VA
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Installed and repaired piping systems in compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted pressure tests to ensure system integrity and performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance work accuracy and consistency.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by working with various types of pipes such as PVC, copper, steel, cast iron among others.
- Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and standards, reducing risk of penalties and rework.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
Mechanic
Barlows Tire Shop
South Boston, VA
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on various vehicle systems.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Ensured compliance with industry safety standards during all repair processes.
- Developed troubleshooting procedures for complex mechanical problems, improving resolution times.
- Recommended improvements to shop processes, increasing overall productivity and service quality.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
Education
Halifax County High School
South Boston, VA05.2019
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Hand and power tools
- Equipment operation
- Construction support
- Basic carpentry
- Job site preparation
- Regulations compliance
- Power tools proficiency
- Demolition work
- Concrete mixing
- Flooring installation
- Drywall installation
- Door installation
- Window installation
- Scaffolding setup
- Asphalt paving
- Bricklaying fundamentals
- Plumbing
- Cement finishing
- Measuring and cutting
- Loading and unloading
- Vehicle fueling
- Plumbing basics
- Roofing installation
- Job site cleanup
- Willingness to learn
- Safety awareness
- Physical strength
- Hand-eye coordination
- Safety procedures
Timeline
General Laborer
Radford & Radford
07.2024 - Current
General Laborer
Homestyle Builders
03.2022 - 12.2023
Pipefitter
Harman Saunders
07.2020 - 08.2022
Mechanic
Barlows Tire Shop
06.2019 - 06.2020
Halifax County High School