Kevin Plummer
Cherokee
Summary
Dedicated construction worker with hands-on experience in operating heavy machinery and adhering to safety protocols. Skilled in problem-solving and collaborating with team members to ensure efficient workflow and quality outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
General Laborer
Vocational Oppertunities of Cherokee
Cherokee
2025.05 - Current
- Operated various hand tools and machinery for production tasks.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines during all operations.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Supported team members with lifting and moving heavy materials.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment for proper functioning.
- Cleaned tools, equipment, and work areas in order to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
- Performed general maintenance duties such as painting walls or installing insulation.
Security Officer
Qualla LLC
Cherokee
2024.07 - 2024.09
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for all personnel.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify potential hazards and security breaches.
- Managed access control to restricted areas by checking identification badges.
- Maintained accurate logs of daily activities and incidents for reporting purposes.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
Construction Worker
Eastern Band Of Cherokee Indians
Cherokee
2023.05 - 2024.07
- Operated heavy machinery to assist in construction tasks.
- Operated chainsaws and hand tools for tree trimming and removal.
- Maintained safety protocols during climbing and ground operations.
- Collaborated with team members for efficient job site management.
- Removed dead branches from tree canopy to reduce risk of falling debris.
- Operated bucket trucks, chippers, stump grinders, and other heavy equipment as required.
- Ascended to desired height in tree by utilizing proper techniques and strategies.
- Provided assistance in removal of large fallen trees by rigging them down safely with rope systems.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Collaborated with seasoned pipefitters to gain hands-on experience in installations.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Repaired damaged pipelines using various tools like wrenches and pliers.
- Replaced worn parts such as gaskets, valves, seals and other components.
General Laborer
Eastern Band Of Cherokee Indians
Cherokee
2020.10 - 2022.06
- Operated various hand tools and machinery for production tasks.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Prepared materials for assembly and production processes.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment for proper functioning.
- Participated in training sessions on safety and operational procedures.
- Cleaned tools, equipment, and work areas in order to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Performed general maintenance duties such as painting walls or installing insulation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of outside yard materials and equipment.
- Performed minor repairs on equipment such as lawn mowers, blowers, trimmers .
Foreman
H & L Landscapes
Robbinsville
2019.10 - 2020.01
- Operated machinery to perform various labor tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials from trucks and storage areas.
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces to ensure safety standards.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries at the site.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Loaded and unloaded daily material shipments, keeping products organized and secure to prevent damage and optimize handling.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cherokee Central Schools
Cherokee, NC2015-05
Skills
- Equipment operation and maintenance
- Problem solving
- Safety compliance and inspections
- Heavy lifting techniques
- Construction methods
- Effective communication
- Heavy lifting
- Construction techniques
- Routine inspections
- Lawn maintenance
- Debris and trash removal
- Hand and power tools
- Problem-solving
- Regulations compliance
- Basic carpentry
- Landscaping techniques
- Tool and equipment maintenance
- Power tools proficiency
- Construction support
- Verbal and written communication
- Hand tools operation
- Traffic control
- Measuring and cutting
Timeline
General Laborer
Vocational Oppertunities of Cherokee
2025.05 - Current
Security Officer
Qualla LLC
2024.07 - 2024.09
Construction Worker
Eastern Band Of Cherokee Indians
2023.05 - 2024.07
General Laborer
Eastern Band Of Cherokee Indians
2020.10 - 2022.06
Foreman
H & L Landscapes
2019.10 - 2020.01
High School Diploma -
Cherokee Central Schools