Andrew Shanahan
Soldotna,AK
Summary
Versatile trades professional with experience in plumbing, welding, fabrication, and home repair. Recognized for strong problem-solving, safe work habits, and organized jobsite support. Ready to contribute reliable service and practical repair solutions. I do my best to see that customers' needs are met in a safe efficient manner. I believe a clean organized job site is a safe and efficient one.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Handy Person & Plumber
Self-employeed
Soldotna, Alaska
09.2022 - Current
- - Conducted basic home repairs for residential clients, enhancing client satisfaction through independent service.
- - Installed shelving, fixtures, and hardware for customer projects.
- - Painted walls, trim, and other surfaces for service assignments.
- - Streamlined organization of tools and materials, ensuring efficient cleanup after each job visit.
- Removed snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, ensuring safe access for clients during winter months.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and provided effective solutions.
- Repaired and replaced siding and decking
- completed "honey do " lists for people around the house
Bicycle Tour Guide
Alaska Bike
Anchorage, Alaska
05.2021 - Current
- - Led 7-day tours across Alaska for groups of 7-13 clients.
- - Guided canoeing and hiking trips.
- drove the van and cycled with clients, offering support during activities
- - Provided on-trip support and guest assistance.
- Ensured guests had necessary meals and bike readiness for daily activities.
- - Arranged activities and excursions for clients.
- Prepared all equipment and supplies in a van and trailer for successful excursions.
- gave daily briefings on the day's activities and provided necessary advice about what to bring and what to wear.
- performed daily inspections safety inspections of van trailer and bikes
Education
Associate of Science - Energy Systems Technology
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA05-2002
Skills
- Plumbing repair
- Fixture installation
- Siding and deck repair
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Basic metal repairs
- Metal repair techniques
- Metal fabrication
- Tool maintenance
- Snow removal
- Site maintenance
- Jobsite cleanup
Affiliations
- Ice Hockey Official USAH level 4 tenured 2021- present
Certification
- Massachusetts journeyman plumbers license
Alaska journeyman pipefitters card
Class A CDL
EPA 608 universal refrigeration certified
OSHA 10 training
HAZWOPER 8
CPR/ First Aid
Timeline
Handy Person & Plumber
Self-employeed
09.2022 - Current
Bicycle Tour Guide
Alaska Bike
05.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Energy Systems Technology
Springfield Technical Community College