Brennan Cardwell
Garden City,MO
Summary
With a proven track record at all places of employment, excel in safety adherence and motivational leadership, significantly enhancing team productivity and operational efficiency. Expertise spans technical communication and construction management, ensuring project success and safety compliance. Renowned for problem-solving abilities and machine operation skills, consistently deliver exceptional results. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Steel Fabricator
KC Fab
08.2024 - Current
- Straightened warped or bent parts using sledges, hand torches, or bulldozers.
- Worked with presses, saws and drills to manipulate metal components for structural fabrication.
- Lifted or moved materials and finished products using large cranes.
- Maintained machinery and tools to keep fabrication processes running smoothly.
- Complied with safety regulations while operating machinery and tools to protect against injury.
- Altered and trimmed existing metal fabrications to meet size and position requirements.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Operated welding equipment to assemble and repair metal structures and elements.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
Contractor
Kamp Branch LLC
03.2010 - Current
- Implemented changes requested by designers, owners, or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
- Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
- Performed routine maintenance of plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Installed, repaired and maintained water, gas and sewer systems.
- Maintained, installed, repaired and altered piping systems, plumbing fixtures, traps and soil waste and vent pipes.
- Executed plumbing services in tight quarters and easily bent, squatted, crawled, climbed and reached.
- Removed old roofing material and properly disposed of all debris to maintain clean, organized work sites.
- Precisely cut felt, shingles and strips of flashing to fit angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces.
- Installed, repaired, and replaced single-ply roofing systems.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Helped with door and window installations.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
Woodshop Manager
Wood-ever
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
- Researched latest industry trends and technologies, boosting knowledge and understanding of industrial production.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Landscape Foreman
Blue Cedar
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes, and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Monitored weekly and daily scheduled tasks to achieve desired workflow speed.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Operated skid steers, wheel loaders, forklifts, and yard goats.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Trained over new employees on equipment, closely monitoring use for safety and adherence to company protocols.
- Assisted clients with development of long-term landscape plans and strategies.
- Identified tools, machinery and personnel required for projects and properly managed resources.
- Supervised landscaping teams, prioritizing tasks and giving feedback for quality control.
- Installed ponds, waterfalls and other water features and tested for proper functionality.
- Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
- Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
Lumber Yard Foreman
Universal Forest Products, Inc.
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
- Recommended measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and team operation and productivity.
- Reviewed orders, production schedules, blueprints and shipping or receiving notices and assigned work sequences and material shipping dates and destinations.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs to maximize vehicle and equipment performance.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
Warehouse Lead
Liberty Hardwoods
08.2018 - 04.2022
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
- Oversaw daily operations and shipping and handling processes.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Acted as liaison between company departments and warehouse teams.
- Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
- Promoted safety policies and practices among personnel, enforcing appropriate handling and use of equipment and products.
- Monitored performance and safety practices of 20-person warehouse staff.
- Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
- Orchestrated effective materials management with strong stock rotation strategies, new order placements and shipping inspections.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Identified and tracked slow-moving inventory, recommended promotions and determined optimal replacements.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Checked product levels and recommended new purchases.
- Greeted store customers and discussed needs.
- Worked with customers to pack items according to specific desires and requirements.
Squad Leader
US Army
08.2015 - 07.2021
- Kept abreast of implementation of new policy statements, regulations and directives issued by higher headquarters for administrative and personnel activities.
- Reviewed legal documentation and recommended appropriate actions or forwarded to higher headquarters for resolution.
- Oversaw screening of senior enlisted and officer promotion boards and monitored and processed personnel actions.
- Evaluated and prepared reports and data on strength of personnel and established duty assignments of enlisted personnel.
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Trained, supervised and organized over 12 soldiers and personnel.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Battalion platoon squad leader
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice And Philosophy
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MOHigh School Diploma -
Sherwood High School
Creighton, MO04-2015
Skills
- Blueprint interpretation
- Technical communication
- Precision measurement
- Problem-solving abilities
- Soldier oversight and command
- Squad training
- Motivational leadership
- Coordinating training
- Worksite safety
- Power and hand tool operation
- Construction management
- Machine operation
Timeline
Steel Fabricator
KC Fab
08.2024 - Current
Woodshop Manager
Wood-ever
12.2023 - 08.2024
Landscape Foreman
Blue Cedar
02.2023 - 11.2023
Lumber Yard Foreman
Universal Forest Products, Inc.
05.2022 - 01.2023
Warehouse Lead
Liberty Hardwoods
08.2018 - 04.2022
Squad Leader
US Army
08.2015 - 07.2021
Contractor
Kamp Branch LLC
03.2010 - Current
No Degree - Criminal Justice And Philosophy
University of Central Missouri
High School Diploma -
Sherwood High School
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