Benjamin Wise
Aquilla,TX
Summary
Skilled handyman and maintenance technician with a strong work ethic a adaptable mindset. Experienced in residential construction and general maintenance techniques.Excellent problem solving skills and ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
Work History
General Handyman/Construction Worker
WiseGuys Painting
Aquilla, TX
01.2017 - Current
- Performed repairs on interior and exterior structures for residential clients.
- Assisted with painting projects, ensuring quality finishes and proper techniques.
- Conducted routine maintenance on tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Provided customer service by addressing client inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Built decks and patios using lumber and other materials specified by the customer.
- Repaired drywall holes or cracks in walls.
- Painted interior walls of homes and buildings.
- Installed new electrical fixtures such as outlets, switches, and light fixtures.
- Checked and repaired plumbing systems, including toilets, sinks, showers, and water heaters.
- Performed minor landscaping tasks like mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting flowers and shrubs.
- Repainted walls, removing old paint, or wallpaper and preparing surfaces for new applications.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used professional grade tools and equipment to perform wide range of handyman services.
Junior Solar Technician
Scout Clean Energy
Aquilla, TX
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Assisted and lead in maintenance operations on solar modules, arrays, trackers, SPCs, PMTs, and other solar equipment.
- Recieved training on operating and maintaining HV electrical systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of how to properly handle hand/power tools when maintaining equipment on WOs.
- Received and demonstrated knowledge of LOTO procedures when operating on HV systems.
- Maintained a clean and orderly office space for administrative work.
- Personally wrote, reviewed, and lead many JHSAs for team to preamble any field work.
- Conducted regular inspections of solar equipment to identify any issues or malfunctions, promptly resolving them to minimize downtime
- Managed inventory of solar components, tracking stock levels and coordinating orders to ensure timely project completion
- Troubleshot system failures or performance issues using diagnostic tools, identifying root causes and implementing appropriate solutions
- Knowledge and application of electrical safety elements for direct work. i.e Use of electrical hazard ppe like O-class gloves, high k/cal rated apparel, 40 cal suit, touch guards, and Hot/Shotgun Sticks.
- Troubleshooting electrical issues/hazards such as ground faults, blown fuses, and arc flash inatances.
Line Cook
Hilton Waco
Waco, TX
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Prepared and plated menu items according to Kitchen/Executive Chef's standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely food service.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and procedures.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient supplies regularly.
- Followed FIFO standards and kept up to date on all certifications and trainings.
Prep Cook
Latham Springs Camp and Retreat Center
Aquilla, Texas
05.2019 - 07.2022
- Prepared ingredients for meals by washing, chopping, and measuring food items.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area by adhering to sanitation standards and protocols.
- Adhered to strict food safety standards when preparing for restrictive diets.
- Worked seamlessly between positions and maintained a friendly and cheerful demeanor when interacting with coworkers and customers.
- Observed and assisted in generating consumption data for product order estimation.
Education
Itasca ISD
Itasca, TXSkills
- Electrical maintenance and safety skills
- Solar equipment/electrical troubleshooting
- Inventory management
- Construction techniques
- Sanitation and custodial techniques
- Customer service
- MS office
- Application of diagnostic tools
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
German
Limited
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
- I enjoy and am learning the basics of several coding languages.
- I spend time every weekend with my family and friends. Typically swimming, hiking or fishing.
- I play games online with my friends when I have time. I like cooperative experiences.
- I spend a few days a month with my grand father if I can. We work on classic cars. His most recent is a 56' Ford Fairlane Convertible. Ask me about it ;).
References
References available upon request.
Brothers For Others
- Volunteering to craft handmade food, hygiene and clothing bags for the less fortunate population of Waco, TX. We meet every 2nd and 4th Saturday and move together across town to provide care, fellowship, and brotherhood to those we serve.
Timeline
Junior Solar Technician
Scout Clean Energy
02.2025 - 06.2025
Line Cook
Hilton Waco
06.2022 - 07.2024
Prep Cook
Latham Springs Camp and Retreat Center
05.2019 - 07.2022
General Handyman/Construction Worker
WiseGuys Painting
01.2017 - Current
Itasca ISD