Deondre Harrison
Hampton
Summary
Diligent Fabricator with expertise in metal installation and repair projects. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Heavy metal fabricator
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News
2020.07 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using hand tools and machinery.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with team members to improve fabrication processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on tools and machinery for optimal performance.
- Assisted in training new employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Constructed and assembled structural metal components and products.
- Set up and operate fabricating machines such as shears, brakes, rolls, presses, saws, drills, and grinders to cut, bend, form or shape metal parts.
Tile Setter Helper
Family Business
Newport News
2018.07 - 2020.07
- Assisted in preparing surfaces for tile installation using appropriate tools.
- Mixed and applied mortar and grout for tile setting tasks.
- Collaborated with lead tile setters to ensure project specifications were met.
- Loaded and unloaded tiles and materials for efficient workflow on job sites.
- Followed safety protocols while handling tools and materials on-site.
- Prepared sub-surfaces by filling cracks or holes with cementitious patching material.
- Grouted joints between tiles with rubber float and sponges for a seamless finish.
- Removed excess grout from the surface of the newly installed tiles.
- Cut tiles with wet saws and nippers as required for installation.
- Lifted heavy objects like slabs of stone or ceramic tile into place with help from others.
Utility Locator
UtiliQuest LLC
Newport News
2019.06 - 2020.06
- Conducted utility line locates using electromagnetic equipment and techniques.
- Collaborated with construction teams to ensure safe excavation practices.
- Documented locate requests and maintained accurate records of utility maps.
- Inspected job sites for compliance with safety regulations and utility protocols.
- Reviewed and updated utility location data to enhance accuracy and reliability.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly that arose following illegal excavations and provided effective remediation.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all findings from utility locates.
- Used paint, flags and other methods to communicate utility information to excavators and other appropriate personnel.
- Searched for underground utilities in various weather conditions and notified supervisor of field issues.
- Worked with customers to develop solutions for locating difficult-to-find utilities.
Ride Operator
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Williamsburg
2018.06 - 2019.01
- Operated rides safely while ensuring guest enjoyment and adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored ride performance and reported any mechanical issues to maintenance staff.
- Assisted guests with boarding and disembarking in a timely and courteous manner.
- Conducted regular safety checks on equipment and maintained cleanliness in ride areas.
- Enforced park rules to promote safety and a positive experience for all guests.
- Trained new ride operators on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Pulled down safety bars and secured riders according to specified attraction details.
- Demonstrated knowledge of ride operations, including proper use of restraints.
- Screened guests for specific ride criteria, refusing patrons for not meeting height requirements.
Education
Menchville
Newport News, VirginiaSkills
- Metal fabrication
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality inspection
- Safety protocols
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Rigging and lifting
- Structural steel fabrication
- Roll forming
Timeline
Heavy metal fabricator
Newport News Shipbuilding
2020.07 - Current
Utility Locator
UtiliQuest LLC
2019.06 - 2020.06
Tile Setter Helper
Family Business
2018.07 - 2020.07
Ride Operator
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
2018.06 - 2019.01
Menchville