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Bill Smothers

Sigourney,IA

Summary

Skilled Welder and Construction Worker with a proven track record at Kinze Manufacturing, adept in heavy equipment operation and welding proficiency. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to workplace safety. Excelled in optimizing material usage and maintaining high-quality standards, contributing significantly to project completion and efficiency. Experienced in electrical including but not limited to running conduit, pulling and terminating wires as well as troubleshooting. Installing new electrical devices such as outlets, light fixtures and ceiling fans. Ability to complete plumbing jobs such as repairing and replacing sinks, faucets and toilets.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Worker/Welder

Kinze Manufacturing
08.2013 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
  • Completed construction projects on time by adhering to strict deadlines and prioritizing tasks appropriately.
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Operated heavy machinery efficiently, ensuring timely progress on construction projects while minimizing risk of accidents or damage.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.

Welder

Vittetoe Inc.
05.2012 - 08.2013
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sigourney High School
Sigourney, IA

Electrical Apprenticeship - Electrical

ABC of Iowa
Des Moines, IA

Skills

  • Problem solving
  • Electrical experience running Conduit
  • Pulling and Terminating Electrical Wires
  • Troubleshooting Electrical Issues
  • Small plumbing jobs; sinks, toilets, faucets Repairs and replacements
  • Wiring outlets, light fixtures, ceiling fans
  • Heavy lifting
  • Construction
  • Attention to detail
  • Power tool operation
  • Worksite safety
  • Painting and finishing
  • Equipment operation
  • Basic carpentry
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Blueprint reading
  • Rebar placement
  • Welding proficiency

Timeline

Construction Worker/Welder

Kinze Manufacturing
08.2013 - Current

Welder

Vittetoe Inc.
05.2012 - 08.2013

High School Diploma -

Sigourney High School

Electrical Apprenticeship - Electrical

ABC of Iowa
Bill Smothers