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Brady Potaczek

Stanley,WI

Summary

Skilled individual at working various construction jobs all while continuing my education to become a Qualified Journeyman Lineman. Staying current with OSHA and construction standards, I have safely operated a range of heavy duty powerline equipment, and other heavy equipment with employment. Hardworking, dependable le, and reliable are traits that my previous employer's would describe me as. Motivated to work well with others, but also dependable to be able to work independently and am driven to exceed expectations. Physically fit laborer effective at completing difficult projects. Consistency follows through with orders.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Concrete Construction Laborer

ABE Concrete
Stanley, WI
06.2022 - Current
  • Worked in crews mostly, sometimes alone.
  • Worked quickly in a physically demanding, fast paced and challenging environment.
  • Did all Jobs fast as possible while holding out all of the safety regulations.
  • Installed concrete form's. performed both structural and flat poured concrete work.
  • Build, reinforce, and dismantle scaffolding to support job task.
  • Read and follow blueprints.
  • Coordinated work with foreman and other tradesmen to keep jobs on schedule.
  • Set forms according to grade and braced appropriately.
  • Used required tools to complete jobs, including hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devises.
  • Worked on both the wall side and flat work side of things.
  • Ran power trowel at the right times.
  • Kept worksites clean and organized, free of debris or safety hazards.
  • Unloaded raw materials at job sites and arranged according to plan.
  • Minimized wast by working efficiently and accurately.
  • Worked late hours when needed.
  • Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.
  • Built forms to specific dimensions to shape wet concrete.
  • Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
  • Spread, leveled and smoothed concrete using rake or shovel.
  • Used laser levels or transit levels to ensure accuracy when setting forms for pours.
  • Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
  • Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
  • Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Repaired unsafe curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and roadways.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.

Drywall Finisher

White Out Drywall
Stanley, WI
11.2022 - 12.2023
  • Seasonal
  • Organized supplies such as screws, nails, tape measure's, hammers, prior to starting the job.
  • Inspected work areas for safety hazards before beginning work.
  • Cleaned up after each job was completed including vacuuming floors and wiping down surfaces as necessary.
  • Installed corner beads and trim pieces prior to the application of texture coating.
  • Sealed joints by embedding tape into sealing compound.
  • Filled holes in walls with spackling paste or other materials as needed.
  • Assisted skilled workers with construction projects in rough and finish carpentry phases.
  • Ensured that all corners were properly mudded in order to ensure proper adhesion of paint or wallpaper later on.
  • Removed excess materials from finished surfaces using scrapers, rasps, and sandpaper.
  • Finished joints with taping knives, float coats, and sanding tools.
  • Applied joint compound to joints between sheets of drywall.
  • Applied additional sealing coats to repair uneven surfaces and provide quality finish.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Farm Hand

Cholkicz Farm
Thorp, WI
05.2019 - 11.2019
  • Milked cows
  • Drove trucks and tractors to distribute feed to animals.
  • Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
  • Cleaned stalls, pens and equipment using water hoses or pumps.
  • Fed and watered livestock and monitored food and water supplies.
  • Moved equipment, poultry or livestock manually or using trucks or carts.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations related to farm operations.
  • Documented work performed using computer programs or paper log books.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
  • Observed and listened to machinery operation to detect equipment malfunctions.
  • Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.

Education

Associate in Lineman - Journeyman Lineman/ Technical Studies

CVTC
Eau Claire, WI
03-2024

High School Diploma -

Stanley-Boyd High School
Stanley, WI
05-2022

Skills

  • Class A CDL
  • CPR-First Aid Certified
  • Flagger Certification
  • OSHA 10 card
  • Excellent driving record
  • Excellent problem solver
  • In class pole to rescue
  • Strong communication skills
  • Accurate measurements and estimates
  • Equipment Operation
  • Joint Sealing
  • Site Preparation
  • Working In groups
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Finishing Techniques
  • Scaffold Building
  • Protective Gear
  • Foundation Construction
  • Planning and Scheduling
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Safety Protocols
  • Understanding the situation
  • Problem solving
  • Working quickly
  • Working safely
  • Never giving up
  • Being able to cary out conversation with costumers or coworkers
  • performing under pressure

Affiliations

  • Weightlifting five times per week
  • Avid fisherman both ice fishing, and regular fishing
  • Avid bow hunter
  • Avid deer hunter
  • Mens league basketball

Timeline

Drywall Finisher

White Out Drywall
11.2022 - 12.2023

Concrete Construction Laborer

ABE Concrete
06.2022 - Current

Farm Hand

Cholkicz Farm
05.2019 - 11.2019

Associate in Lineman - Journeyman Lineman/ Technical Studies

CVTC

High School Diploma -

Stanley-Boyd High School
Brady Potaczek