Edward Leonard
Biggs
Summary
Hardworking and reliable individual seeking an entry-level sawmill position to contribute strong work ethic, physical stamina, and commitment to safety in a fast-paced production environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter
Vanoni AG Construction
04.2020 - Current
- Drive company service vehicle
- Plumbing and manifold repairs
- Distribute materials to the appropriate locations according to project plans
- Load/unload heavy machinery, building materials and tools
- Dig ditches/trenches, backfill excavations, compact and level ground to specifications, using shovels or rakes, mini excavators, skid steers and other equipment
- Maintained high safety standards
Crew Member
Foundation for California Community Colleges
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Clean and repair public lands directly impacted by the 2018 woolsey fire
- Provide proper disposal of debris to restore public lands, park trails and other public property
- Follow daily tasks given by crew lead to ensure work productivity
Construction Laborer
Hughes General Engineering
01.2011 - 06.2015
- Controlled traffic passing near in or around work zones to eliminate possible hazards
- Loaded unloaded or identified building materials, machinery or tools, distributing them to the appropriate location
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers or rakes
Wildland firefighter
Department of Natural Resources
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines, using axes, chainsaws or shovels
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare and rekindle
- Enhanced wildfire containment by coordinating and executing strategic fireline construction
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations
- Optimized firefighter performance through active participation in daily physical training sessions designed to maintain endurance levels
Sawmill worker/planner
Hampton Lumber Mill
06.2007 - 08.2008
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily production targets and maintain optimal workflow
- Mitigated downtime occurrences related to equipment malfunctions by proactively addressing potential issues and performing preventative maintenance tasks
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various sawmill machinery to support the completion of assigned tasks on time
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and reporting hazards
Education
AA - Social and Behavioral Sciences
Cerro Coso Community College
Ridgecrest, CA08.2019
General Education Diploma - undefined
Monroe Community College
Monroe, WA04.2009
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Team Player
- Problem Solving
- Physical Agility and Coordination
- Reliability
- Punctuality
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Time Management
Timeline
Pipefitter
Vanoni AG Construction
04.2020 - Current
Crew Member
Foundation for California Community Colleges
02.2020 - 04.2020
Construction Laborer
Hughes General Engineering
01.2011 - 06.2015
Wildland firefighter
Department of Natural Resources
08.2008 - 08.2010
Sawmill worker/planner
Hampton Lumber Mill
06.2007 - 08.2008
General Education Diploma - undefined
Monroe Community College
AA - Social and Behavioral Sciences
Cerro Coso Community College