BRETT SAWYER
Morristown,AZ
Summary
Methodical team leader bringing 15+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility matters. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures. Able to diagnose system troubles and propose solutions that save money and time. Certified welder with over 10 years of experience, specializing in mig welding aluminum.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman, Sheet Metal
Streimer
Phoenix, AZ
06.2023 - 04.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Fastened joints and seams together to assemble components into sheet metal products.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling sheet metal components.
- Fabricated custom sheet metal components for diverse client needs, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Used rulers, squares and scribes to measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on materials.
- Contributed to the company''s reputation for excellence by consistently adhering to established safety standards and producing high-quality workmanship on all projects.
- Working in clean room environment (pharmaceutical/microchip grade), maintaining all protocols ensuring air quality standards are met
- Schematics and blueprint interpretation and plan carry out
- Following local and state regulations and guidelines
Apprentice Sheet Metal Worker
Ray's Metal Works
Gainesville, FL
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Bolstered teamwork dynamics by reliably completing assigned tasks on time without compromising quality.
- Optimized material usage with careful planning and execution of cutting tasks, reducing waste costs.
- Streamlined workflows by keeping tools organized and readily available for efficient task completion throughout each day''s activities.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately measuring and cutting sheet metal materials.
- Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Maintenance Technician
Southern Gardens Citrus Nursery
Trenton, FL
07.2007 - 08.2021
- Completed fabrication duties, including welding and pipefitting
- Performed weekly safety meetings on relevant topics and helped enforce compliance
- Operate forklift loading and unloading trucks and trailers
- Managed available parts, tools and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability
- Inspected and tested machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs effectively, improving overall employee satisfaction
- Performs preventive maintenance on mechanical systems, controls, and operating systems
- Responsible for wide variety of duties including, pipe fitting, painting, carpentry, electrical repair, installation, building repair
- Uphold top-quality workmanship and safety protocols
- Ability to maintain a strong level of organization in a face paced environment
- Performs plumbing and hydraulic hose repairs
- Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures
- Participate to the continuous improvement of our maintenance processes and suggest improvements to enhance equipment performance
- Monitor and maintain heating, ventilation, and cooling systems
- Repaired and replaced plumbing parts, including fixtures and drain lines
- Completed routine and scheduled maintenance service such as oil changes, lubrications, Tune-ups, and keeping service logs up to date
- Maintained cleanliness of buildings and property
- Installed replacement parts and components as well as entire systems
Drywaller
General Construction Worker
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations
- Gathered and disposed of work site debris to remove safety hazards and boost team productivity
- Applied sealing compound over cracks, holes and nail heads using trowels, broad-knives or spatulas
- Completed installation of drywall sheets on commercial and residential properties
- Metal stud install
- Tile and masonry cutting and install for new construction and remodel sites
- Received consistent excellent feedback on work quality and customer service
- Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently
- Responsible for wide variety of duties including, pipe fitting, painting, carpentry, electrical repair, installation, building repair
Drywaller
General Laborer
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Demonstrated knowledge of local building codes and requirements on each project
- Applied sealing compound over cracks, holes and nail heads using trowels, broad-knives or spatulas
- Applied tape to seal joints by embedding into sealing compound
- Completed installation of drywall sheets on commercial and residential properties
- Prepared work area and materials for each day, including power cords, tools and equipment
- Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation
- Filled chipped, cracked and broken bricks and tiles with adhesives and grouting materials to correct surface imperfections
- Employed wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule and applicable building codes
- Prepared and cleaned construction sites by removing debris
- Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
- Hardee board installation
- Metal roof installation
Education
High School -
Newberry High School
01.2003
Sheet Metal
Local 435 Sheet Metal Apprenticeship
Jacksonville, FL06-2023
Certified Welder - undefined
College of Central Florida
01.2014
Skills
- Welding
- Maintenance
- Plumbing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
Certification
- OSHA 10/30 Certification
- Industrial Truck/Arial Lift/Scissor Lift: Class 5 & 7 Forklift OSHA Certified
Timeline
Journeyman, Sheet Metal
Streimer
06.2023 - 04.2025
Apprentice Sheet Metal Worker
Ray's Metal Works
08.2021 - 06.2023
Maintenance Technician
Southern Gardens Citrus Nursery
07.2007 - 08.2021
Drywaller
General Laborer
01.2005 - 01.2006
Drywaller
General Construction Worker
01.2004 - 01.2007
Certified Welder - undefined
College of Central Florida
High School -
Newberry High School
Sheet Metal
Local 435 Sheet Metal Apprenticeship