Austin Eppinette
SARTELL,Minnesota
Summary
Dedicated construction professional with extensive experience at Sunland Construction, skilled in welding and equipment operation. Proven ability to maintain safety protocols and achieve high-quality results. Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills enhance project efficiency and compliance with OSHA standards. Committed to excellence in all aspects of construction work.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder Helper
Sunland Construction
Eunice, LA
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted in preparing materials and tools for welding tasks, ensuring readiness for operations.
- Supported lead welders in executing projects, adhering to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Operated welding equipment under supervision, gaining proficiency in various welding techniques.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, facilitating efficient workflow and minimizing hazards.
General Laborer Carpenter
Eubanks Construction
Oak Grove, LA
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Constructed and repaired wooden structures, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Operated power tools and hand tools to execute precise measurements and cuts.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and within deadlines.
- Conducted maintenance checks on equipment, addressing issues to minimize downtime.
Railroad Track Laborer
Grace Railroad Contractors
Pine Bluff, AR
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Maintained safe work environment by adhering to regulatory requirements and conducting regular inspections.
- Operated hand tools and machinery for track maintenance, ensuring precise alignment and stability.
- Assisted in laying new tracks and repairing existing ones, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily maintenance schedules, improving workflow consistency.
- Maintained a clean worksite by removing debris and disposing of hazardous materials according to regulations.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment, keeping it in optimal working condition for project completion.
- Assisted in the removal of old tracks, preparing the ground for new installation by grading, tamping, and aligning materials.
Insulation Installer
Backwoods Insulation Co
Oak Grove, LA
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Installed insulation materials in residential and commercial settings, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Operated equipment such as blowers and cutters to efficiently apply insulation products.
- Conducted quality inspections on completed installations, maintaining high standards of workmanship.
- Maintained accurate records of materials used and installation timelines for project tracking and reporting purposes.
- Climbed ladders, worked with hand tools, drills, pumps and other hand-held and electrical equipment necessary for installing insulation.
Laborer
Swafford Construction
Rayville, LA
05.2018 - 09.2019
- Operated mixers, masonry saws, and other tool's used to prepare materials for the build
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials for various construction sites.
- Conducted routine maintenance on tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Education
Ged -
Quarrview Education Center
Sartell, MN07.2025
Skills
- Grinding experience
- Power and hand tools
- Cutting torch operation
- Site cleanup
- Safety procedures
- Workplace safety
- Fire prevention
- Power tools operation
- Personal protective equipment
- Equipment operation
- Weld inspection
- Welding defects identification
- Stick welding
- Supply management
- Work inspection
- Cutting
- Grinding
- Hand tools operation
- Manual dexterity
- First aid training
- Hand-eye coordination
- Tool operation
- Machine adjustment
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Surface preparation
- OSHA compliance
- Equipment Repair
- Equipment maintenance
- Weld slagging
- Maintaining components
- Measurement tools
Timeline
Welder Helper
Sunland Construction
08.2024 - 12.2024
General Laborer Carpenter
Eubanks Construction
03.2023 - 08.2023
Railroad Track Laborer
Grace Railroad Contractors
06.2021 - 10.2022
Insulation Installer
Backwoods Insulation Co
06.2020 - 12.2020
Laborer
Swafford Construction
05.2018 - 09.2019
Ged -
Quarrview Education Center