Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Thomas Parsons

Detroit,MI

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Skilled in equipment operation, safety and quality initiatives. Experienced with equipment maintenance, inspections and basic repairs. Team player and clear communicator.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Vessel Operator

Ak Steel
Dearborn, MI
10.2019 - Current
  • Fed raw materials into machines.
  • Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
  • Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
  • Inspected machine parts with measuring tools.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Efficiently read and interpreted blueprints.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.

Lawn Care Technician

Eazy Cutz Lawn Maintenance
Detroit, MI
03.2017 - 11.2020
  • Professionally and positively interacts with customers
  • Effectively maintained lawns including mowing grass, edging grass, blowing leaves, raking ,concrete, etc.
  • Strong knowledge of equipment used including operating industrial mowers
  • Successfully worked independently on assigned tasks and also able coordinated with team in order to complete all daily assignments in an timely manner
  • Able to follow instructions and take constructive criticism in order to improve skills
  • Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
  • Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.
  • Diagnosed lawn and garden issues and recommended targeted solutions.
  • Developed lasting customer relationships and grew network over time.
  • Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees and grass.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
  • Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
  • Enhanced visibility and improved tree and bush shape through intentional pruning.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.

Paint Booth Maintenance - Team Leader

Tri-Dim
Sterling Heights, MI
01.2018 - 10.2019
  • Able to maintain professional demeanor when dealing with team members
  • Effectively maintain the quality of paint booths in a timely manner including ,air filters, cleaning robotic arms, and cleaning over spray
  • Strong knowledge of heavy duty equipment including water pressure pumps, pallet jacks
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.

Property Maintenance Worker

Jean’s Open Arms LLC
Detroit, MI
03.2015 - 01.2019
  • Maintain professional demeanor while communicating with various clients
  • Efficiently install floor tile, drywall, and hot water tanks as needed
  • Successfully completed several wall and concrete demolitions
  • Efficiently prepare homes for new move-ins including clean-outs and painting
  • Able to follow instructions and take constructive criticism in order to improve skills
  • Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
  • Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
  • Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.

Education

C.I.S Degree - Software Development

Wayne County Community College District, Detroit, MI
03.2023

High School Diploma -

Mumford High School, Detroit, MI
02.2018

Skills

  • Knowledge of Production Processes
  • Time Management
  • Lockout and Tagout Processes
  • Active Listening
  • Equipment Testing and Troubleshooting
  • Operational Safety
  • Customer Service
  • Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Effective Communication

Timeline

Vessel Operator - Ak Steel
10.2019 - Current
Paint Booth Maintenance - Team Leader - Tri-Dim
01.2018 - 10.2019
Lawn Care Technician - Eazy Cutz Lawn Maintenance
03.2017 - 11.2020
Property Maintenance Worker - Jean’s Open Arms LLC
03.2015 - 01.2019
Wayne County Community College District - C.I.S Degree, Software Development
Mumford High School - High School Diploma,
Thomas Parsons