Benjamin Kruse
Glazier
Lacey,WA
Summary
I have worked in the glazing industry for almost 10 years now. I work well in fast paced environments. The market currently is not in the best of places for this field. I still intend to try and make glazing a continued career. I continually want to advance and learn as much as possible, wherever possible. My current situation makes me feel i have hit a wall where i'm currently at, and i would like to change that. Please reach out if you think i might be a good fit and thank you.
Ben
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Glazier
Mission Glass
Tumwater, Washington
03.2018 - Current
- Monitored work site operations and safety to prevent hazards and provide efficiency.
- Maintained, operated a number of machines, ranging from CNC (Panel Builder), Rhino 950, Industrial graco caulking pump, band saws, chop saws, hand saws, radial's, and numerous power tools.
- Completed glazing projects within tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Built and custom fabricated curtain-wall systems, storefront systems, unitized systems. Interior/Exterior.
- Installed different glass types into frames once built, ranging from single pane to double pane and heat treated to tempered.
- Utilized various caulking types in different systems to ensure adhesion and watertight seals.
- Ran and fabricated custom ACM paneling, mapes paneling, aluminum plating, backing plates. Along with various other materials.
- Followed blueprints and architectural drawings for each individual job. Ability to read and understand shop drawings.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address any challenges encountered during the installation or repair processes efficiently.
- Assisted in training new employees on various glazing techniques.
- Ability to use overhead cranes, operate forklifts and combi lifts.
Warehouse Glazier
Unitized West
Chehalis, Washington
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Fabricated and installed required hardware and moldings for glass installations.
- Built unitized systems.
- Set and prepared glass for installation.
- Ran and maintained a graco caulking pump.
- Shot structural and weather sealing applications to framing.
- Trained and oversaw team of up to 5 members.
Laborer Operator
Plote Construction
06.2012 - 01.2014
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis. Front end loader, bulldozer, dump truck.
- Worked on construction team to build roads, prepare foundation for buildings.
- Operated industrial equipment and hand tools.
- Improved worksite organization through attention to detail in material management, storage, and disposal.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
Education
Grant Union
John Day, Oregon01-2010
Skills
Safety conscious
Safety regulations compliance
Measurement accuracy
Strong work ethic
Physical strength and stamina
Tempered glass handling
Laminated glass handling
Skilled in maintenance and organization
Power tools handling
Attentive to detail
Reliable and consistent
Analytical thinking
Timeline
Glazier
Mission Glass
03.2018 - Current
Warehouse Glazier
Unitized West
07.2015 - 08.2017
Laborer Operator
Plote Construction
06.2012 - 01.2014
Grant Union
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