Jimmie Johnson


OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging position in the construction industry that utilizes my building skills and expertise.
EMPLOYMENT
Builder February 2007 Present
Self employed
Worked as a sub contractor for the last 2 years. Worked in Norway, Minnesota, Hawaii, and Grand Cayman. All jobs were temporary less than 4 months. Held work permits for Norway and Grand Cayman.
Raytheon Polar Services October 2006 Febuary2007
Facilities ops. Specialist / Carpenter
South Pole Station, Mc Murdo Antarctica
Scientific camp set up and dismantling in remote locations. Framed in extreme cold weather. Expedited work orders. Installed vinyl flooring, Built shipping containers for scientific equipment. Attended the following training: Snow Survival School, Preventing Discriminatory Harassment , Environmental Impact , Helicopter Safety , Scaffold and Ladder Safety, Respirator Usage and Confined Space, Electrical Safety, Piston Bully, and Snow Mobile . Awarded the Antarctica Service Medal by the National Science Foundation
Builder 1985 September 2006
Sub Contractor/Self-employed
Grand Junction, Michigan
Extensive knowledge of the construction industry including commercial and residential. Previous experience includes carpentry, general supervision, estimating, purchasing and overall project management to ensure completion of projects on time and within budget. Have built in Antarctica, Australia, Grand Cayman, and Florida using high wind building techniques and structures on pilings. Also I have built in Norway, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania, Also I worked as a subcontractor for United States Forestry Department at the 1999 Big Bar Fire in California.
U.S. Navy U.S. Department of Defense 1978 - 1984
Gunners Mate Guns Second Class
Operated, maintained and repaired 5"/54 gun systems, chaffe rocket launcher systems, 3"/50 gun systems, magazine sprinkler systems, armory and small arms. Factory certified 45 caliber pistol and 50 caliber machine gun repair. Landing force party leader. Ship security specialist. Explosives and special weapons handler. Held top secret clearance. Special training in shipboard fire fighting for explosives. Served on various ship and shore commands stateside and overseas including a year in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Metals and awards received include: Meritorious Unit Commendation, Navy
Expeditionary with 2 stars, Good Conduct, Humanitarian Service, Sea Service with three bronze stars, Navy and Marines Overseas Service Ribbon, Expert Riffle man, Expert Pistol. Extensive overseas travel.
EDUCATION
U. S. Navy 1978 - 1984 Basic electricity and electronics Gunners Mate A School Missile Handling and Fire Fighting School Magazine Sprinkler School Buttercup School CPR advanced first aid
Skill Center, Lawrence, Michigan 1976 -1977
Studied plastics technology. Certificate of Completion
L. C. Mohr High School, South Haven, Michigan 1973- 1977 Diploma
PERSONAL TRAITS
Strength in leadership and organizational skills. Works well under pressure and maintains positive attitude. Committed to excellence in whatever task assigned. Ability to relate well to others and serve as a company representative.
SKILLS Footings, cement blocks, concrete walls, flat work Framing wood , metal studs. Timber framing Finish trim Custom wood working and cabinet builder Formica, concrete, granite, wood, and ceramic counter tops Frp Panels Built custom log homes Dry wall, hanging and finishing Painting brush, roller, spray Suspended ceilings Flooring-ceramic tile, wood floors, vinyl flooring (sheet and tile) Vct.. and carpet Vinyl siding, Metal Brake Roofing including: dimensional, 3in1, wood shingles, metal roofs (pole barn and standing seam) tile, rubber and hot tar. Electrical new and repairs. Plumbing new and repairs. Computer: Word Excel and cad experience. Tool Repair. Hydraulic and electronic maintenance and repairs Stained glass new and repairs. Can erect all types of scaffold Can operate high rangers, forklifts, sawmill, backhoes, bobcats, bulldozers, tree stumper, brush grinders, snow cats, snow mobiles, mat tracks, and steam traction engines
REFERENCES
Available upon request