Wesley Higgs
Evansville
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer Operator
All In One Home Solutions
01.2024 - Current
- Remodel home interiors & exteriors by installing siding, roofing, and painting
- Pour concrete pads and sidewalks for homes and businesses
- Operate skid steer, dump truck, and haul trailer.
- Followed project specifications to meet customer expectations.
Laborer Operator
Laborers Local 561
02.2021 - 01.2024
- Worked with various contractors as a laborer on construction projects.
- Pouring & finishing concrete.
- Operate dump trucks, fork lifts, front loaders & skid steers when needed.
- Laying pipe such as water main for the city or refineries.
- Operate hydro excavation trucks and equipment for clients that could not use excavation to dig.
- Worked shut downs or on projects with contractors at A.B. Brown, Country Mark, Sabic, Alcoa, & Kaiser
- Adhered to safety protocols while performing physical labor tasks on-site.
- Operated heavy machinery to assist in projects efficiently.
Disassemble Technician/ Forklift Operator
Auto Wheel & Rim
12.2019 - 02.2021
- Operated machinery for semi brake disassembly
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory levels, tracking stock movement, and replenishing supplies as needed
- Operated fork lift to recycle unusable inventory & replenish stock on brake that could be rebuit
- Monitored equipment performance, performing routine maintenance to prevent breakdowns
Painter Supervisor
Allens Painting
10.2015 - 12.2019
- Supervised daily painting operations, ensuring deadlines were met
- Trained newly hired painters in techniques & equipment maintenance
- Transported equipment to & from projects
- Coordinated with apartment complexes & homeowners to ensure the customers were satisfied
Automotive Detailer
Town & Country Ford
06.2014 - 10.2015
- Performed thorough vehicle cleaning, enhancing overall appearance and customer satisfaction.
- Utilized specialized detailing tools to ensure high-quality finishes on all vehicles.
- Applied protective coatings and waxes to preserve vehicle surfaces from damage.
- Conducted inspections of vehicles pre- and post-detailing to identify additional service needs.
Automotive Detailer
D-patrick Honda
02.2013 - 06.2014
- Utilized specialized tools and products to restore interior and exterior surfaces effectively.
- Inspected vehicles for damage, reporting issues to ensure timely repairs.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and ensuring client needs were met.
- Collaborated with service department to coordinate vehicle preparation for delivery or inspection.
Automotive Detailer
Expressway Dodge
04.2011 - 02.2013
- Implemented best practices for detailing processes, improving workflow consistency.
- Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
- Maintained a clean and presentable lot everyday.
Education
No Degree - Construction
Laborers Trade School
Bedford, INHigh School Diploma - Diploma
F.J. Reitz High School
Evansville, IN05.2011
Skills
- Power tool usage
- OSHA compliance
- Materials handling
- Equipment operations
- Heavy equipment operation
- Loading and unloading
- Hand tool proficiency
- Backfilling operations
- Power tool use
- Equipment operation
- Excavation techniques
- First aid training
- Demolition work
- Construction site safety
- Team support
- Asphalt paving
- Form setting
- Hazardous materials handling
- Grade checking
- Traffic control
- Crane signaling
- Pile driving
- Load securing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Decision-making
- Following directions
- Repair and maintenance
- Effective communication skills
- Safety procedures
- Debris removal
- Materials movement
- Valid Driver's license
- Material handling equipment
- Commercial construction experience
- Team leadership
- OSHA 10 certification
Timeline
Laborer Operator
All In One Home Solutions
01.2024 - Current
Laborer Operator
Laborers Local 561
02.2021 - 01.2024
Disassemble Technician/ Forklift Operator
Auto Wheel & Rim
12.2019 - 02.2021
Painter Supervisor
Allens Painting
10.2015 - 12.2019
Automotive Detailer
Town & Country Ford
06.2014 - 10.2015
Automotive Detailer
D-patrick Honda
02.2013 - 06.2014
Automotive Detailer
Expressway Dodge
04.2011 - 02.2013
No Degree - Construction
Laborers Trade School
High School Diploma - Diploma
F.J. Reitz High School