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NATALIE TURNER

Biloxi

Summary

Dynamic Pipefitter with proven expertise at Ingalls Shipbuilding, excelling in pipe installation and layout. Adept at blueprint reading and problem-solving, I consistently enhance operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations. My strong sales techniques and attention to detail have driven customer satisfaction and increased sales in previous roles. Hardworking Sales Associate committed to driving high sales in both slow and busy shifts. Organized and patient individual polished in handling customer complaints and replenishing stock. Flexible and outgoing team player commended for demonstrating honesty and integrity with customers, team members and supervisors.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Pipefitter

Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula
09.2023 - 02.2025
  • Install, maintain, and repair pipes used in heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkler systems, manufacturing processes, and waste disposal.
  • Assemble and secure pipes by welding joints or using cement or solder.
  • Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.

Sales Associate

Lowe's
Gulfport
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
  • Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.

Laundry Attendant

Hyatt Place
Biloxi
05.2019 - 02.2020
  • Operated washers, extractors, conditioners, flatwork ironers, and pressers
  • Sorted laundry according to type and weight to proper operating level for washing machines
  • Counted and delivered clean laundry to appropriate storage areas
  • Collected, transported, and recorded poundage of soiled bags of laundry

Room Attendant

Beau Rivage Resort and Casino
Biloxi
04.2016 - 11.2018
  • Established and maintained clean and comfortable environments by performing cleaning duties, including removing dust, vacuuming, cleaning furniture and carpets, and disinfecting, manually or with machines and followed strict health code procedures during room inspections and cleanings
  • Stripped and changed bed linens, removed used towels and replaced with clean ones
  • Stocked, maintained, and maneuvered 40+ pound housekeeping carts and storage rooms and coordinated with housekeeping lead to ensure clean rooms and hallways
  • Reported any damage, maintenance problems, safety issues, and potentially hazardous situations
  • Greeted and assisted customers by providing detailed information and resolving any problems

Customer Service Associate

Lowes
Gulfport
01.2005 - 08.2015
  • Mixed paint, cut blinds and shelving and operated key cutting equipment
  • Gave professional advice to customers for starting a project, assisted with estimating materials and made suggestions of store products needed
  • Made and processed special orders for customers
  • Skills: interior, exterior and commercial painting; pressure washer; X-Rite iVue equipment; Levelor blind cutting equipment
  • Operated forklifts, lift trucks, pallet jacks

Education

General Industry Pre-Apprenticeship -

Moore Community House
Biloxi, MS
07.2021

GED -

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gulfport, MS
05-2021

Skills

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  • Sales techniques
  • Inventory management
  • Visual merchandising
  • Blueprint reading
  • Product knowledge
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Conflict resolution
  • Merchandise display
  • Pipe installation
  • Piping layout
  • Pressure testing
  • Pipe insulation
  • OSHA rules and regulations

Volunteer Experience

  • Build Project and Training, Moore Community House - Women in Construction, Biloxi, MS, 06/07/21, 07/23/21, Using 2" x 6" and 2" x 4" pressure treated lumber, measured, cut, and assembled children's picnic tables, approximately 2' H x 3' W' x 4' L in size, to be donated to area childcare centers; tools used: compound miter saw, cordless screw gun and impact drill, hammer, tape measure, speed square, Kreg jig, sander, and levels; inspected, donned, and doffed all necessary PPE
  • Laborer, Family-owned Rental Properties, Gulfport, MS, 02/10/21, Present, Interior painting, clean interior and exterior of properties, measured and install blinds
  • Volunteer - Home Build, Habitat For Humanity, Gulfport, MS, 07/15/09, 09/15/11, Painted interior and exterior, installed flooring, used tape measure to measure and cut lumber accurately

Timeline

Pipefitter

Ingalls Shipbuilding
09.2023 - 02.2025

Sales Associate

Lowe's
05.2021 - 08.2023

Laundry Attendant

Hyatt Place
05.2019 - 02.2020

Room Attendant

Beau Rivage Resort and Casino
04.2016 - 11.2018

Customer Service Associate

Lowes
01.2005 - 08.2015

General Industry Pre-Apprenticeship -

Moore Community House

GED -

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
NATALIE TURNER