Brayden Spears
Columbus,OH
Summary
I have a strong background in general and civil construction, with 6 years of hands-on experience in the field. I’m focused on finding the most efficient path to achieve production goals while maintaining a safe, healthy work environment.
I take pride in being dependable, working hard, solving problems in the field, and doing whatever it takes to help my team and the project succeed. I believe in leading by example, staying proactive, and finding practical solutions that keep work moving safely and efficiently.
Overview
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1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Barton Malow Construction
Columbus, OH
11.2025 - Current
- Coordinated materials and equipment to optimize workflow and minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with subcontractors to streamline communication and improve project efficiency.
- Monitored work progress, identifying potential issues early to mitigate delays or cost overruns.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Guided team to complete work efficiently.
- completed PTP daily.
- Print reading .
- Mass Excavations.
- Dewatering.
- Excavation for gas and waterline.
- Cut and fill.
- Site Grading.
- Grade checking.
- Backfill and Compaction.
- Ensured daily tasks were completed safely.
Ironworker
I.W Local 172
Columbus, OH
08.2024 - 11.2025
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Fabricated and assembled structural steel components for various construction projects.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to ensure precise installations.
- Unloaded and shook out steel.
- Staged steel based on sequence direction.
- Operated Aerial lift
- Operated Lull
- RIgging/Hook on with crane
- Bolting up
- Raising gang
- Installed decking
Laborer
J.E Tatman Construction
Columbus, OH
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Operated Skid steer
- read site plans and completed layout for excavation
- Grade checking with laser
- Crew coordination
- logged employee hours for payroll
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- dewatering
- Forming and pouring footers for foundation.
- load out of materials
- Excavation
Fabricator
Gingway Products
Plain City, OH
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components efficiently.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated Press brake.hydraulic shear and saws
- Cut metal with Oxy-Acetylene torch and Plasma cutter
Education
High School Diploma -
Centennial High
ColumbusSkills
- SMAW certified welder
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Ability to Learn Quickly and Accept Feedback
- perseverance
- Time management
- Crew coordination & Leadership
- Blueprint reading
- Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Schedule & Production tracking
- Material & Equipment Coordination
Certification
- OSHA 10
- SMAW Certified Welder
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- Aerial And Scissor lift (MEWP)
Timeline
Team Leader
Barton Malow Construction
11.2025 - Current
Ironworker
I.W Local 172
08.2024 - 11.2025
Laborer
J.E Tatman Construction
01.2023 - 08.2024
Fabricator
Gingway Products
01.2021 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Centennial High