Brent Richards
Etowah,TN
Summary
Organized team player delivering accurate results while handling multiple projects simultaneously. Known for strong time management, problem-solving, and dependable follow-through. Committed to maintaining quality standards and supporting team objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
gun runner interior gel
Searay
Vonore, Tennessee
05.2026 - Current
- sanded parts smoothly and applied interior gel to specified components.
- removed fiberglass parts from molds using a hammer and plastic wedges after curing.
- Completed forklift training program
wlder
Heil Trailer
Athens, Tennessee
10.2023 - 04.2026
- Executed TIG welding on aluminum pipes, ensuring structural integrity and quality for finalized projects.
- Interpreted blueprints for Heil Trailer fabrication work.
- Interpreted blueprints and integrated necessary accessories to meet design specifications.
- Operated welding equipment and maintained shop tools.
- Follow safety procedures in trailer manufacturing areas.
- Collaborated with team members on fabrication and assembly tasks to enhance workflow efficiency.
Lamination Tech and Craftsman
Merritt Precision
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Pressed layers of saturated mat or cloth into place on molds, using brushes or hands.
- Utilized hand shears and trimming knives to trim excess materials from molds.
- Measured and cut materials into proper sizes and shapes, using blueprints and tape measure(s).
- Extracted hulls and decks from molds to prepare for finishing work.
- Bonded wood reinforcing strips to deck cabin structures, using resin-saturated fiberglass.
- Inspected finished products for specification compliance and defects, ensuring quality through precise measurements and thorough checks.
- Released air bubbles and smoothed seams using rollers.
- Built stringers with cut wood and cut to fit in each boat.
- Collaborated with engineers to streamline the building process, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Assisted an engineer in refining designs for new equipment, contributing to improved functionality.
Lamination Technician
Sea Ray
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Bonded wood reinforcing strips to deck cabin structures, enhancing structural integrity using resin-saturated fiberglass.
- Sprayed chopped fiberglass, resins and catalysts onto prepared molds or dies, using pneumatic spray guns with chopper attachments.
- Pressed layers of saturated mat or cloth into molds, ensuring proper adhesion and finish using brushes or hands.
- Measured and cut materials into proper sizes and shapes, using [Type] and [Type] tools.
- Operated effectively within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment, maintaining quality standards.
Education
Licenses & Certifications
06-2021
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Carrollton, GA05-2009
Skills
TIG welding
Blueprint interpretation
Quality inspection
Material handling certification
- Heavy machinery operation
- Efficiency in production processes
- Time management
- Adaptability to new techniques
- Hand tool use
Timeline
gun runner interior gel
Searay
05.2026 - Current
wlder
Heil Trailer
10.2023 - 04.2026
Lamination Tech and Craftsman
Merritt Precision
11.2021 - 02.2022
Lamination Technician
Sea Ray
04.2021 - 09.2021
Licenses & Certifications
High School Diploma -
Central High School