Ikaika Dunn
Wellington,WGN
Summary
Skilled Demolition Laborer proficient in operating equipment, preparing site and assisting personnel with demolition tasks. Detail-oriented and hardworking team player with 2 years of related experience. Dependable Demolition Laborer with a flexible schedule to lift up to 55 pounds. Well-versed in erecting scaffolding and fences, preparing sites and removing debris. Strong communication, organizational and prioritization skills. Diligent construction team member knowledgeable about organizing supplies, operating equipment and helping skilled workers complete demanding work. Outstanding carpenter working in commercial and residential construction. Hardworking carpenter with talents in multiple skills. Experienced in construction and following of rules desired by the clients and known for safely and effectively completing tasks on a number of projects. Respectful, punctual employee multitasks with ease. Skilled Laborer with experience providing excellent service as part of licensed construction team. Familiar with safety regulations and occupational hazards. Safely operates equipment and remains focused on task completion. Focused Construction professional with strong command of industry-specific tools and equipment. Excellent history of supporting commercial and residential builds with zero incident safety record. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Demolition Laborer
Bakers Builds
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Prepared and cleaned surfaces for rebuilding purposes by removing damaged tiles, bricks, and mortar.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Loaded and removed debris from sites to keep areas clean and avoid safety concerns.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
- Directed traffic away from hazardous locations to protect team members and general public.
- Read blueprints, drawings and schematics to accurately carry out work.
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
Maintenance Worker
Progressive Meats
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
Meat Process Worker
Silver Ferns
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Trimmed fat and removed bones for high-quality, well-presented cuts of meat.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
- Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
- Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
- Replenished butcher counter displays to maintain fresh, appealing produce.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in cutting and trimming, complying with hygiene and sanitation standards.
Orchard Worker
Mr Apple New Zealand
11.2017 - 07.2018
- Pruned orchard trees by shortening or removing upper limbs and removing long shoots in center and tops of trees.
- Removed brush, fallen fruit and trash to maintain clean and safe orchard.
- Maintained healthy trees by pruning and checking for disease.
- Followed safety procedures when climbing ladders, carrying [Number] pounds and using farm equipment.
- Picked and unloaded fruit carefully to deliver [Number]% bruise-free produce.
- Supervised staff to maintain harvest schedules and landscaping duties.
- Picked and arranged fruit following specified instructions.
- Collaborated with fruit pickers to maximize team productivity and achieve deadlines.
Pick Paker, Stacker and Dispatch Operator
Turners And Growers
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Scanned packages and boxes and moved to loading dock for shipment.
- Prepared orders for shipment by inserting associated paperwork, tagging boxes, and scanning barcodes to upload package data to tracking system.
- Worked fast to meet assigned daily picking quotas.
- Sorted and organized items in designated areas for easy access.
- Used RF scanners to track orders and verify accuracy.
- Replenished items taken from shelves, safely using equipment to lift and organize products.
- Trained and provided guidance to new team members to apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
Carpenter
Riverstone Framing
02.2016 - 08.2016
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize efficiency.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
Education
Outdoors Adventure - Outdoor Education
Eastern Institute of Technology
Napier, NZ02.2021
High School Diploma -
Papatoetoe High School
Papatoetoe, NZ11.2015
Carpentry And Foundation - Carpentry
Eastern Institute of Technology
Napier, NZ11.2015
Skills
- General Housekeeping
- Carpenter Assistance
- Schematic Diagrams
- OSHA Safety Guidelines
- Materials Distribution
- Physical Agility and Coordination
- Safe Equipment Usage
- Hand Tool Operations
- Structural Demolition
- Machine Servicing
- Safe Work Practices
- Trash Waste and Removal
- Asphalt Paving
- Protective Equipment Knowledge
- Minor Maintenance
- Removing Debris
- Demolition and Dismantling
- Concrete Removal
- Safety Knowledge
- Project Deadlines
- Joint Sealing
- Power Saws
- Ditch Digging
- Warehouse Operations Knowledge
- Forklift Driving
- Power Sanders
- Protective Gear
- Sustainable Materials
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Physical Labor
- Measurement and Calculation Accuracy
- Customer Preferences
Accomplishments
- Achieved multiple work sites and buildings maintenance through effectively helping with construction, and a little bit of demolition from a numerous amount of worksites around Auckland.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
i love to learn new things that are beneficial to the lifestyle i want create for my future.
i want to be able to build and buy my own property as a project for my family. i also find it fun to build homes. i want to be able to help others achieve their goals along with building strong relationships with friends. i also love to garden as a hobby in my spare time. i love to play sports when i can and also love to gym when my body feels the need to do some exercise. i also love cooking because who doesn't love food LOL. i like to travel when i have free time or holidays. i want to help make our community a beautiful safe haven for all people that want to move in our area.
Timeline
Demolition Laborer
Bakers Builds
02.2023 - 06.2023
Maintenance Worker
Progressive Meats
03.2020 - 09.2020
Meat Process Worker
Silver Ferns
08.2019 - 03.2020
Orchard Worker
Mr Apple New Zealand
11.2017 - 07.2018
Pick Paker, Stacker and Dispatch Operator
Turners And Growers
09.2016 - 10.2017
Carpenter
Riverstone Framing
02.2016 - 08.2016
Outdoors Adventure - Outdoor Education
Eastern Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Papatoetoe High School
Carpentry And Foundation - Carpentry
Eastern Institute of Technology
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