Michael Morrison
RR * BOX ***-** TWIN OAKS HARBOR, LOWRY CITY, MO 64763
Phone: 417-***-****
Email: *************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Versatile Marine Technician, Welder, Fabricator, and Carpenter with over 20 years of hands-on experience across marine equipment service, welding, heavy equipment operation, and general construction. Proven ability to read blueprints, diagnose and repair diesel engines, perform fabrication, rigging, and wiring. Strong mechanical background combined with leadership, project management, and field experience. U.S. Army Veteran with a disciplined approach to safety, quality, and efficiency.
Key Skills
Diesel Engine Diagnostics & Repair
Marine Equipment Service (Inboard/Outboard, Stern Drive, Lower Units)
Heavy Equipment Operation
MIG Steel Welding & Fabrication
Blueprint Reading & Mechanical Assembly
Rigging & Trailer Wiring
Power Generation Systems (Gen Sets, Poly Phase)
Electrical Troubleshooting & Basic Wiring
Finish Carpentry & General Construction
Structural Ironwork & Metal Building Assembly
Production Assembly & Quality Inspection
Material Inventory Management
Fleet Maintenance & Equipment Repair
Leadership & Crew Supervision
OSHA 10 Certified
TWIC Card Holder
U.S. Army Veteran – Airborne Ranger
Employment History
Service Technician – Marine Equipment
Morrison Marine and Handyman Service – Lowry City, MO
06/2018 – Present
Service all types of marine equipment including diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance
Perform equipment checks and general service calls
Welder
Driverge – Kansas City, KS
12/2024 – 03/2025
Prep and install flooring and seating components in vans
Welder-Fabricator
Snyder’s Equipment – Springfield, MO
11/2021 – 09/2024
Read blueprints and follow technical specifications
Fabricate, inspect, and assemble parts to exact standards
Iron Worker – Structural Steel
Delco Construction – Springfield, MO
11/2017 – 01/2018
Erected iron and steel girders, columns, and metal buildings
Performed rigging and structural assembly
Finish Welder / Maintenance
Lowe Boats – Lebanon, MO
04/2016 – 12/2016
Fabricated and welded custom marine products
Production – Duct Work Fabrication
BVA Systems – Reno, NV
10/2015 – 01/2016
Built and cut duct work for air chillers per customer specifications
Applied insulation to materials for a custom fit
Fleet Mechanic
K&W Underground – Olathe, KS
05/2015 – 07/2015 01/2014 – 02/2015 11/1991 – 04/2013
Diagnosed, repaired, and maintained company machinery
Carpenter
Handyman One-Stop – Olathe, KS
Installed drywall and fixtures during residential remodels
Owner / Carpenter
Vaghabon Construction – Lebanon, MO
Managed construction projects including estimating, material management, and scheduling
Supervised crews and ensured project completion
Carpenter
Ozark Manufacturing – Laurie, MO
09/2012 – 10/2014
General carpentry and construction work
Machine Operator
McKenzie Tree Service – Lebanon, MO
08/2011 – 10/2011
Operated hydro-axe equipment
Tractor Driver & General Labor
Bear Trailer – Lebanon, MO
05/2010 – 08/2010
U.S. Army – Airborne Ranger
Fort Benning, GA
06/1987 – 06/1991
Served in Central/South America and Iraq in combat and support roles
Education
Advanced Marine Technology Training
WyoTech – Daytona, FL
Graduated: 12/2013 1500 Total Training Hours
Stern Drive Vessel Power Transmission (250 Hrs)
Inboard Engine Propulsion System (250 Hrs)
Diesel Engines, Power Generation & Marine Electrics (250 Hrs)
Outboard Engine Propulsion Systems & Rigging (250 Hrs)
Advanced Diesel & Poly Phase Power Generation (250 Hrs)
Advanced EFI & CamBus Systems (250 Hrs)
Exposure to Personal Watercraft Technology
Marine Diesel Technology
1 Year Technical Program – WyoTech, Daytona, FL
High School Equivalency Diploma
State of Kansas – Fort Scott, KS