Notice how the job seeker in this sample pipe fitter resume opens with a clear objective of what he wants. He then lists only those previous work experiences that pertain to this particular job. All pipe fitter resumes should include this vital information.
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Chris Job-Seeker
100 Bartlett Avenue
Any Town, USA 9999
Home: (888) 888-8888
Cell: (888) 888-7777
cjobseeker@sampleresume.com
OBJECTIVE
Position as a Pipe fitter
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Physical strength; manual dexterity; ability to read and interpret detailed sketches and blueprints for pipe fitting
EXPERIENCE
Pipe Fitter, 2000 to present:
Pennsylvania Pipe Fitters, Inc., Big City, USA.
Responsible for laying out and assembling: , fabricating, maintaining, and repairing piping systems in the commercial and residential arenas.
Apprentice Pipe Fitter, 1998-2000:
Pennsylvania Pipe Fitters, Inc., Big City, USA.
Learned the pipe fitting trade under supervision of a journeyman. Specialized in cutting, threading, grooving, bending, and welding pipes for industrial systems under extreme pressure.
EDUCATION
Certificate of Completion, Pipe Fitting, 1997 Any City Trade School, Any City, USA
ACCOLADES AND INVOLVEMENTS
American Association of Pipe Fitters:
Membership Chair, 2005
NOTE: Write a complete pipe fitter resume, including expanded information of the kind you see in this condensed sample. Employers expect about two pages. Include your work experience as a pipe fitter as well as your training and recognition.