Wyatt Collins
Ringgold,VA
Summary
I am a hardworking, seasoned, and safety-focused construction worker with 3+ years of experience in residential and commercial construction. I am skilled in operating heavy machinery and hand tools, site preparation, material handling, and following OSHA safety regulations. To add, I possess stellar work performance in individual and team roles combined with a superior attendance record. With my combination of skills, diligence, and desire to learn, I believe I am a great candidate for the position.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Masonry Worker
R.E. Jones Masonry
Chatham, VA
2025 - Current
- Operated drills, paving breakers, and powered abrasive saws to cut or demolish bricks and concrete.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts to move bricks and supplies.
- Mixed mortar to lay bricks, stones and concrete sidewalks.
- Prepared surfaces for work by smoothing imperfections on ground or with close structures.
- Helped complete skilled work by coordinating needed supplies and equipment based on specific job requirements.
- Accurately constructed scaffolding for confined spaces
Plumbing Technician
Comfort Systems USA
2023 - 2025
- Installed, maintained and repaired plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Inspected pipes and fixtures for leaks or other problems using specialized equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all repairs, maintenance, and installations.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople such as electricians to complete large-scale projects safely and efficiently.
- Worked with blueprints and diagrams to ensure accuracy when installing new systems or repairing existing ones.
- Installed pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers and water heaters, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand and power tools.
- Reviewed blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
Diesel Mechanic
Milam's Equipment Sales
2022 - 2023
- Performed routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on diesel engines and associated components.
- Repaired brake systems, suspension systems, transmissions, cooling systems, exhaust systems, fuel injection systems and other vehicle components.
- Reviewed technical manuals to identify correct replacement parts.
- Diagnosed faults using computer-based diagnostic equipment.
- Ensured that all parts and components were installed correctly and in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of service work performed on customer vehicles.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers and pliers for repair jobs.
Heavy Equipment Operator
13 Moons Grading
2021 - 2022
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper performance of the machine.
- Operated excavators, dozers, front-end loaders, and backhoes with precision.
- Exhibited excellent hand-eye coordination when maneuvering large machines in tight spaces.
- Followed work instructions and communicated with supervisors to verify proper execution of job tasks.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of materials at job sites using various pieces of heavy equipment.
- Followed safety protocols and protective gear requirements to foster safe work environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saint Gregory High School
Skills
- Diagnostics
- Wiring diagrams
- Scaffolding
- Blueprint interpretation
- Troubleshooting
- Mechanical aptitude
- Hand-eye coordination
- Manual dexterity
- Safety implementation
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability
- Effective communication
Qualities
- Loyalty
- Accountability
- Honesty
- Willingness to learn
- Diligence
- Flexibility
- Persistence
- Resilience
Certificates
- Elevators I
- Elevators II
- Cranes & Rigging
- AC & DC Motors
- Electrical Safety in Construction
- Basic Electricity
- Electrical Power
Timeline
Masonry Worker
R.E. Jones Masonry
2025 - Current
Plumbing Technician
Comfort Systems USA
2023 - 2025
Diesel Mechanic
Milam's Equipment Sales
2022 - 2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
13 Moons Grading
2021 - 2022
High School Diploma -
Saint Gregory High School