Brian O'Connor
Lake Villa,Il
Summary
I am a detail oriented, hard working person, looking to put my skills to good use at a reputable, growing company. I am noted for being a very fast learner, operating a crane solo within two weeks of start. I am also a very good listener, problem solver, and an efficient worker. I have a very keen eye for detail, and am an eager person looking to expand my skill set.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Daniels Health
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
Installer
Pro Radon Mitigation
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
- Installed complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.
- Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
- Inspected installations to check for functionality and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Calculated materials and time needed for each job.
- Communicated quickly and accurately with supervisors about problematic sites, missed installations or other issues.
Maintenance Technician
AgriFiber
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
Foreman
Monarch Plastics
02.2020 - 11.2021
- Being a foreman was a very fulfilling and demanding job
- From ensuring employees work efficiently and safely, to working on large blow-mold machines such as Automa, Bekum, Jomar, and Dyco
- Some daily tasks included: Keeping Attendance, Diagnosing and Solving problems, Delegating tasks, Payroll, Ensuring safety for employees, Keeping logs, Daily paperwork, Ensuring good training of new hires, Communicating with employees, as well as my own supervisors, Operating and maintaining all machines, Fixing machines, Minor electrical work on machines
Painter
Brothers Painting
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Painting was a great way to learn patience and pay attention to detail! Whether it's one room or an entire home, you have to be careful when working, making sure lines are straight, there's no overlapping lines, bumps, or streaks
- You also have to clean up after yourself, work carefully, and respect each customer's home as if it were your own
- Daily tasks included: Prep work, Taping, Minor drywall repair, Sanding, Mudding, Spackling, Painting, Clean Up
Installer
Insomnia LED
03.2016 - 08.2019
- Custom lighting and electrical on new show vehicles for dealerships, as well as used vehicles
- From wiring in custom mounted switches for whatever you need turned on quickly, to complete customization with light bars, rock lights, interior lighting, train horns, SwitchPro Systems, door lighting, etc
- I would run all wiring carefully throughout the vehicle and through firewalls, ensuring all wires are hidden and ran with factory wires
- When often connecting to factory wires, soldering was used to ensure a good connection
- This job required a steady hand
- Testing and splicing wires, careful not to cut other wires, taking out complete dashboards and other parts of vehicles to access wiring
- Putting vehicles on lifts to run wires for any lighting/accessories on the outside of vehicles
- And putting everything back together to look factory for dealerships and/or car shows.
Owner/ Laborer
BTR Restoration
02.2016 - 10.2016
- At BTR the main focus was decks, with the occasional fence, play set, etc
- Tasks included: Replacing and fixing broken wood, Power washing, Sanding (hand and power), Staining/painting, Helping the customer pick out a stain or paint that best suits their needs, Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs, Followed up with customers, ensuring their satisfaction with their purchase, Completing and filing paperwork, directing a multi-line phone, Setting appointments, Making sure the work is done correctly and on schedule.
Union Crane Operator
Taubensee Steel and Wire
03.2009 - 01.2014
- Operating an overhead crane in a steel mill was not only a very demanding job, where your training, focus, patience, quick thinking skills, and attention to detail come into play, but it was also fun
- Daily tasks included: Operating the crane, using it to move large steel rolls into vats of sulfuric acid, calcium oxide, and borax, treating them for production, Tested levels, ensuring acid levels were correct, Drained and filled pools, Operated large and small forklifts with large booms to move steel rolls, Operated WireDraw machines to stretch the steel down to the right millimeter, using a micrometer to ensure size, Operating ShotBlast machines, Keeping very detailed logs and paperwork of everything.
Education
Certificate - Fundamentals of Supervision and Management
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
GED -
Mchenry County College - Crystal Lake, Il
Skills
- Detail oriented
- Problem solver
- Punctual
- Organizational skills
- Outstanding people skills
- Dependable
- Worksite Preparation
- Following Safety Practices
- Attention to Detail
- Equipment Operation
Timeline
Foreman
Daniels Health
01.2024 - 06.2024
Installer
Pro Radon Mitigation
03.2023 - 09.2023
Maintenance Technician
AgriFiber
11.2021 - 01.2023
Foreman
Monarch Plastics
02.2020 - 11.2021
Painter
Brothers Painting
09.2019 - 02.2020
Installer
Insomnia LED
03.2016 - 08.2019
Owner/ Laborer
BTR Restoration
02.2016 - 10.2016
Union Crane Operator
Taubensee Steel and Wire
03.2009 - 01.2014
Certificate - Fundamentals of Supervision and Management
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
GED -
Mchenry County College - Crystal Lake, Il
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