Dillon Morrison
Hackham
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Free Lancer Concreter
Self-employeed
11.2021 - Current
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.
- Repurposed and optimized existing content for use in different mediums.
- Provided writing support for various projects and departments.
- Researched and wrote original content for case studies, emails and newsletters.
- Wrote compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines.
- Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories.
- Consulted with customers to understand project requirements and purpose.
- Wrote and edited communications within assigned beat areas.
- Incorporated review comments and corrections into existing documentation.
- Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to generate topics.
- Translated technical terminology and jargon into plain, clear language.
- Assisted with drafting speeches and program talking points for events.
- Collaborated with team members on topic ideation to determine key buyer personas and goals.
- Conducted intake meetings with project managers to gather requirements and understand unique needs.
- Created content for websites and online publications.
- Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
- Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.
- Customized brand message to reach and capture target audience interest and drive engagement.
- Promoted and marketed works through social media platforms.
- Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.
- Composed original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by supervisor, editor or publisher.
- Chose cover photography or artwork, selected fonts and arranged designs to attract target readership.
Concrete Finisher
Saccardos Constructions
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to [Number] pounds.
- Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality, and code standards.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to [Number] pounds to move job materials.
- Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.
- Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Cut, chipped, or sawed concrete to create desired shapes.
- Installed forms for shaping, insulating, or creating decorative effects in concrete.
- Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
- Applied sealers or waterproofing to concrete as required by project.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
- Adhered to safety and reporting procedures.
- Reviewed all project documentation and blueprints to prioritize and schedule job tasks.
- Applied contraction, construction, or isolation joints in appropriate areas and situations.
- Repaired damaged items using different chemicals and tools.
- Mixed cement for standard, volumetric, or pervious concrete.
- Monitored inventory of key tools and materials used at each project site to provide consistent availability.
- Estimated materials and labor costs for concrete projects to manage project budgets.
Concrete Laborer
Lm Pricard
11.2016 - 01.2019
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Trained new laborers in crew processes and safety behaviors.
- Assisted with concrete mixing, following instructions for proper ratios of cement, sand and water.
- Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Installed forms for shaping, insulating, or creating decorative effects in concrete.
- Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
- Applied sealers or waterproofing to concrete as required by project.
- Adhered to safety and reporting procedures.
- Cut, chipped, or sawed concrete to create desired shapes.
- Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
- Mixed cement for standard, volumetric, or pervious concrete.
- Monitored inventory of key tools and materials used at each project site to provide consistent availability.
- Applied contraction, construction, or isolation joints in appropriate areas and situations.
- Engaged with customers and subcontractors and provided timelines for project completion.
Landscape Laborer
Dig It Landscaping
04.2014 - 07.2016
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
- Edged and mowed lawns, flowerbeds and landscape features.
- Maintained commercial and residential landscapes with comprehensive and diverse team.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Performed weekly groundskeeping and building maintenance for multiple satisfied customers.
Carpentry Apprentice
White Diamond Constructions
07.2011 - 02.2014
- Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Installed and repaired woodwork, millwork, and cabinetry under supervision of master carpenter.
- Worked with master carpenters to install decks for both residential and commercial customers.
- Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
- Gained valuable education in residential and commercial building codes.
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
- Prepared materials accurately using hand and power tools to make precise cuts.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Built flooring, window frames and countertops according to custom carpentry project specifications.
- Monitored tool and equipment condition and arranged repairs.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Interpreted blueprints and instructions to meet exact construction specifications.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
Landscape Laborer
Consolidated Landscape Services
03.2007 - 01.2010
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained commercial and residential landscapes with comprehensive and diverse team.
- Edged and mowed lawns, flowerbeds and landscape features.
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Collected and removed debris at job sites.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
Education
No Degree - Certificate 1 Engineering
Atec
Adelaide, SA11.2006
No Degree - Building And Construction
Atec
Adelaide, SA05.2006
High School Diploma -
Seaford 6-12 School
Seaford, SA12.2005
Skills
- Civil Engineering
- Site Installations
- Concrete Design
- Commercial Projects
- Corporate Standards
- Concrete Removal
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Site Preparation
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Concrete Drills
- Critical Thinking
- Power Saws
- Electrical Installations
- Concrete Estimation
- Material Needs Determination
- Compacting and Grading
- Concrete Sculpting
- Power Tool Operation
- Jointers and Edgers
- Finishing Techniques
- Truss Screeds
- Surface Curing Methods
- Truck Chute Operation
- Trowel Machinery
- Basic Structural Engineering
- Concrete Polishing
- Bull Floats
- Magic Screed Quality Control
- Create Special Finishes
- Anchor Bolt Installation
- Calculations and Measurements
- Surface Polishing
- Building and Construction
- Electric Generators
- Cement Mixing Techniques
- Safety Program Understanding
- Daily Vehicle Assessments
- Trench Work
- Performing Routine Maintenance
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Inventory Control System Software
- Routine Cleaning
- Asphalt Paving
- Backhoe Operation
- Loader Controls
- Lever Controls
- Construction Materials
- Road Construction
- Interpreting Maps and Instructions
- Inclement Working Conditions
- Maintenance Skills
- Loading and Unloading
- Skip Loaders
- Job and Task Observation
- Safety Procedures
Certification
certificate 1 building and construction
certificate 1 engineering
skidster ticket
ewp ticket
work zone traffic manegment
white card
1ST year carpentry apprenticeship
2nd year carpentry apprenticeship
3rd year carpentry apprenticeship
mr truck license
Timeline
Free Lancer Concreter
Self-employeed
11.2021 - Current
Concrete Finisher
Saccardos Constructions
10.2019 - 10.2021
Concrete Laborer
Lm Pricard
11.2016 - 01.2019
Landscape Laborer
Dig It Landscaping
04.2014 - 07.2016
Carpentry Apprentice
White Diamond Constructions
07.2011 - 02.2014
Landscape Laborer
Consolidated Landscape Services
03.2007 - 01.2010
No Degree - Certificate 1 Engineering
Atec
No Degree - Building And Construction
Atec
High School Diploma -
Seaford 6-12 School
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