Joshua Kirby
Colorado Springs
Summary
Dynamic and self-motivated Labor/Operator at Tri-Star Masonry with a strong work ethic and proven ability to enhance team performance. Skilled in machine operation and safety compliance, consistently exceeding performance targets while fostering a collaborative environment. Committed to continuous improvement and adept at troubleshooting in fast-paced settings.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Labor/Operator
Tri-Star Masonry
2023 - 08.2024
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Conducted comprehensive training for new operators, enhancing team skills and performance.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Telecommunications Tower Lead Technician
Continuous Wave Solutions.
2017 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Enhanced network coverage by installing and maintaining telecommunications towers and equipment.
- Optimized performance of telecommunications equipment through regular firmware upgrades and software configuration updates.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through diligent documentation of work completed on telecommunication sites.
- Supported network stability by managing power systems, including battery backup units and generators.
- Ensured optimal signal strength with regular maintenance and antenna alignment.
- Lifted equipment into position using cranes, rigging tools and gin poles.
- Performed tower construction at heights of Number feet while maintaining focus on safety.
- Rigged towers, monopoles and rooftops to build new tower or collocate antenna on existing structure under FCC guidelines.
- Bolted equipment into place using hand and power tools.
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
- Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.
Laborer
C&C Sand and Stone
05.2008 - 09.2010
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Facilitated timely project completions by consistently meeting deadlines for assigned tasks.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
Education
High School Diploma -
Agape Boarding School
Stockton, MO05.2008
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Troubleshooting
- Machine operation
- Equipment operation
- Efficient multitasking
- Effective communication
- Valid Driver's license
- Safety compliance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Forklift operation
- Tool operation
- Hand and power tools
- Heavy lifting
- Hand-eye coordination
- Equipment maintenance
- Flexible schedule
- Loading and unloading
- Continuous improvement
- Hand and foot coordination
- Residential construction
- Commercial construction experience
- Mechanical understanding
- OSHA regulations adherence
- Strong work ethic
- Punctual and reliable
- Material loading and unloading
- OSHA guidelines
- Pallet jacks
- Fluid exchanges
- Brake systems
- Parts replacement
- Replacing parts
- Axle repairs
- Filter replacements
- Engine repair
- Bearing replacement
- Wheel alignment
- Tire rotation
- Vehicle maintenance
- Oil change
- Gasket replacements
- Engine oil changes
- Skid steer proficiency
- Pipe joining
- Pipe installation
- Welding
- Pipe cutting
- Pipe laying
- Backhoe operation
- Concrete mixing
- Pipe bending
Timeline
Laborer
C&C Sand and Stone
05.2008 - 09.2010
Labor/Operator
Tri-Star Masonry
2023 - 08.2024
Telecommunications Tower Lead Technician
Continuous Wave Solutions.
2017 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Agape Boarding School
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