Brian Wilk
Berkeley,California
Summary
Craftsperson with over 9 years of hands-on construction and fabrication experience transitioning into fine woodworking and custom cabinetry. Skilled in precision measurement, material layout, milling, and installation. Experienced working from drawings, using professional shop equipment, and maintaining high standards of craftsmanship. Reliable, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute in a high-end custom shop environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Construction & Fabrication
Multiple Firms
Berkeley, Oakland, and Northern California
06.2016 - 12.2025
- Fabricated custom cedar planter boxes, deck structures, and fine-finish cedar fencing with custom layouts
- Worked with hardwoods and softwoods including cedar, redwood, cumaru, plywood, and dimensional lumber.
- Milled rough lumber to finished dimensions for fabrication and installation
- Performed sanding, surface preparation, and assembly work for finish-quality results
- Assisted with layout, milling, fabrication, and installation using shop tools, jigs, and precision measuring equipment.
- Interpreted construction drawings and layouts to ensure accurate fabrication and installation
- Communicated with supervisors and clients to clarify scope, confirm expectations, and address issues as they arose.
- Coordinated daily work across multiple phases of construction
- Maintained clean and organized work areas while following safe shop practices and tool procedures.
- Employers included Ian Moore Design (Berkeley), Ahmad Hassan Landscape Services, and Intuitive Landscape Design.
Field Test Coordinator
Stanley-Bostitch
East Greenwich, RI
02.2005 - 06.2006
- Coordinated third-party field testing for new fastening systems and pneumatic tools
- Collected and documented field performance data from contractors
- Communicated tester feedback directly with Stanley engineers
- Resolved tool performance issues and documented applications in field environments
- Lab Technician Apr. 97 – Jan. 2004
Skills
- Reading fabrication drawings & construction plans
- Cut list development & material optimization
- Sliding table saw & precision cutting tools
- Festool systems & precision power tools
- Sanding & prep for finish
- Problem solving & field modifications
- Team collaboration in production environments
- Sliding table saw
- Panel saw
- Router systems & jigs
- Festool track saw & dust extraction
- Precision layout tools (squares, calipers)
- Power sanders & finishing prep tools
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong work ethic and punctual
- Physically capable of sustained shop work
- Detail-driven with high standards for craftsmanship
- Fork lift certified
- Valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle
Timeline
Landscape Construction & Fabrication
Multiple Firms
06.2016 - 12.2025
Field Test Coordinator
Stanley-Bostitch
02.2005 - 06.2006