Antonio Shorter
Chicago,IL
Summary
Reliable and motivated Construction & Solar Apprentice with hands-on experience in carpentry, job-site safety, material handling, and tool operation. NCCER Core and Intro to Solar certified with OSHA 30-Hour Construction training. Strong work ethic, dependable attendance, and ability to work efficiently in physically demanding environments. Seeking opportunities in solar installation, construction, or apprenticeship programs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpenter Apprentice
548 Foundation
Chicago, IL, USA
11.2025 - Current
- Completed a 300-hour pre-apprenticeship program including 200 classroom hours and 100 hands-on training hours aligned with union standards.
- Followed OSHA-compliant safety procedures, including hazard recognition and risk prevention on active job sites.
- Performed construction math for layout measurements, material calculations, and framing accuracy.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction drawings for framing and layout execution.
- Built floor joists, framed walls, installed blocking, and created door and window rough openings.
- Operated hand and power tools safely for cutting, assembly, and material preparation.
- Assisted with job-site setup, teardown, and cleanup to maintain productivity and safety.
Warehouse Worker / Order Picker
Target Distribution Center
Chicago, IL, USA
09.2022 - 08.2025
- Operated order pickers, forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, and electric pallet jacks.
- Loaded, unloaded, and transported materials while maintaining safety standards.
- Picked, packed, and staged orders accurately in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to support operational efficiency.
- Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and consistent attendance.
Education
High School Diploma - Business
Winona Senior High School
Winona, MN06.2016
Skills
- Solar Installation Fundamentals
- Construction Safety (OSHA 30)
- Hand & Power Tools
- Blueprint Reading
- Framing & Layout
- Construction Math
- Material Handling & Rigging
- Forklift & Order Picker Operation
- Job Site Cleanup & Organization
- Team Collaboration
- Heavy Lifting & Physical Labor
- Time Management & Reliability
Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction, 2025
- NCCER Core Certification, 2025
- NCCER Introduction to Solar, 2025
- Forklift Certification, Active
- CPR / First Aid, 2029-12-31
Timeline
Carpenter Apprentice
548 Foundation
11.2025 - Current
Warehouse Worker / Order Picker
Target Distribution Center
09.2022 - 08.2025
High School Diploma - Business
Winona Senior High School