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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Alex Gardner

Granton,WI

Summary

Diligent Fabricator with welding background. Demonstrated high-level heavy equipment operation and safety process knowledge in large-scale manufacturing environment. Excellent technical, operations and communications skills leading to desired outcomes. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Enthusiastic Handyman with 2 years of experience in general property and yard maintenance. Physically fit, courteous and expert at finding solutions. Experienced in flooring, drywall, and carpentry.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Basic fabricator

OEM FABRICATORS
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • I've done basic fab work, worked in the paint blast department worked on my welding and have welded things as needed, lots of forklift work learned with the material handler with unloading trucks and sorting, I learned how to operate the metal saw and how to program the plasma cutter
  • I fixed reject work, and have packaging experience
  • I have knowledge of metals and differences between them
  • i was constantly keeping track of hundreds of parts and moving them and getting them where they need to go and delivering pallets of parts
  • I would throw skeletons out when they where cut and move new sheets onto the table. I have experience moving very large objects with the forklift and operating in a tight area.
  • Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
  • Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
  • Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
  • Assembled and welded components to create metal structures.
  • Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
  • Ensured a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and maintaining properly functioning equipment.
  • Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
  • Adjusted machine settings and tooling to get accurate cuts and shapes for each job.
  • Managed project timeline and resources to complete work on time and within budget.

Drywall Finisher

STRATFORD HOMES
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • I would fill all screw holes before starting.
  • Applied tape to seal joints by embedding into sealing compound.
  • Served as a reliable team member, regularly collaborating with other finishers and construction professionals to achieve shared goals and meet deadlines.
  • First coat work
  • Second coat
  • Learned how to use a trowel to do trowel work
  • Would sand after every layer and do your final sand at the end
  • Experience using power tools to mix up the mud
  • Increased job efficiency with mastery of various hand tools and power tools, such as trowels, joint knives, and sanders.
  • Achieved smooth and consistent wall surfaces by applying drywall compound and sanding.
  • Prepared work area, tools and equipment for job site.
  • Received consistent excellent feedback on work quality and customer service.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and properly disposing of debris.

Youth Apprentice

The Samuels Group
07.2021 - 03.2022
  • I did my youth apprenticeship here during my junior year of highschool
  • Basic tool skills, framing, foundation work and blueprint reading.
  • Trained on as a lead
  • Earned recognition from supervisors for consistent reliability, punctuality, and exceptional work quality throughout the apprenticeship.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by maintaining a professional attitude and enthusiasm for learning new skills.
  • Gained practical experience in using industry-standard tools and software applications during day-to-day tasks.
  • Expanded organizational abilities through managing multiple deadlines, prioritizing tasks, and working efficiently under supervision.
  • Achieved greater understanding of company operations by regularly attending departmental meetings and presentations.
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to complete assigned projects on schedule.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with colleagues, supervisors, and clients.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.

Education

High school diploma -

Granton High School
Granton, WI
05.2023

Skills

  • Flooring installation
  • Construction
  • Carpentry
  • Welding
  • Drywall
  • Hand tools
  • Woodworking
  • Plasma Cutting
  • Fabrication
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Sawing
  • Power tools

Power Tool Operation

Machinery Operation

Heavy Lifting

Troubleshooting

Equipment Maintenance

Welding and fabrication

Metal Fabrication

Plasma cutting

Safety Procedures

Blueprints and Specifications

Stick Welding

Material prepping

Deburring Operations

Welding equipment

Blueprint Interpretation

AutoCAD Software Mastery

Proficient with AutoCAD

AutoCAD Design

AutoCAD Experience

AutoCAD use

AutoCAD programming languages

Trained in AutoCAD

Certification

  • OSHA 10, 11/01/23, Present
  • Forklift Certification, 11/01/23, Present
  • Driver's License

References

Tad Gardner- Prior Superintendent= Phone-(715) 819-9000 Email-Tgardner@samuelsgroup.net

Robert Wallace- Prior Plant Manager= Phone-(715) 207-2035 Email-Rwallace@oemfab.com

Joey Kranz- Prior Fab Supervisor= Email- jkranz@oemfab.com

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working
French
Elementary

Timeline

Basic fabricator

OEM FABRICATORS
10.2023 - 06.2024

Drywall Finisher

STRATFORD HOMES
07.2023 - 08.2023

Youth Apprentice

The Samuels Group
07.2021 - 03.2022

High school diploma -

Granton High School
Alex Gardner