DAVID J. SLADEK
Swedesboro,NJ
Summary
Hardworking Technician successful at completing inspections, maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment. Quality-driven and disciplined nature, with strong skills in investigating problems and developing successful solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Iron Worker
Tarr Metal Works
08.2023 - Current
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
- Positioned rebar and other iron reinforcement following pouring of concrete.
- Upheld high-quality craftsmanship standards while working on complex projects, resulting in successful completion with minimal defects or rework required.
- Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or drift pins for aligning bolt holes in steel members during assembly processes.
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
- Improved project completion time with effective coordination and communication among team members.
- Ensured accurate alignment of structures, preventing potential long-term structural issues.
- Cut, positioned, and bolted down steel bars, contributing to durability of structures.
- Performed detailed inspections of ironwork to identify and rectify any defects, ensuring quality control.
Cylinder Technician
Excel Hydraulics
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
Commercial/Residential Garage Door Installer - Foreman
All County Garage Door
09.2017 - 01.2021
- Oversaw installation of Commercial (55+ Commercial doors) and Residential Garage Doors
- Which included Fire Doors, Rolling Steel Doors, Sectional Doors and Automated Opener Systems for Commercial & Residential
- Welding track, dock levelers, framing for concrete dock pits
- Mechanical & Hydraulic Air edge of Dock Levelers
- Mechanical & Electric Vehicle Restraints
- Track Guards Barrier Gates, Dock Lights and Fans
- Installation of Torsion Springs & Extension Springs
- Other installations are Warehouse Racking & Guard Rails.
Labor
Dryden Diving Co
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Primarily worked in yard prepping loading and unloading equipment for jobs, daily.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kingsway Regional High School (KWRHS)
Swedesboro, NJWelding
Salem County Vacational Tech School
Pilesgrove NJ06.2019
Skills
- SSC – job description and billing
- Microsoft Word & PowerPoint
- P>Installing equipment
- P>Preventive Maintenance
- P>Inspection skills
- P>Forklift safety
- P>Workshop Organization
- P>Hydraulic tool use
- P>Safety awareness
- P>System repairs
- Construction safety
- Structural bolting
- Rigging techniques
- Structural welding
- OSHA compliance
- Blueprint reading
- Crane signaling
- Aerial work platform
- Column erection
- Rigging preparation
- Heavy lifting
- Welding
- Anchor bolt setting
- Safety measures
- Parts fabrication
- Job site preparation
- Quality control
- Beam placement
- Metal decking installation
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Job planning
- Column connecting
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- Risk management
- Steel fabrication
- Scaffolding
- Elevated work platform set up
- Decking installation
Additional Information
- AWARDS - , Kingsway Board of Education Award – For Excellence in Vocational Education – June 2019 - Senate and General Assembly Citation for bringing honor and pride to your family and community upon your graduation from KWRHS.
Accomplishments
Oversight / Foreman for completing the installation of several large warehouse Commercial door installations of 55+ doors.
Certification
OSHA-30
Forklift
Personal Information
Title: Mechanic
Timeline
Iron Worker
Tarr Metal Works
08.2023 - Current
Cylinder Technician
Excel Hydraulics
11.2022 - 08.2023
Commercial/Residential Garage Door Installer - Foreman
All County Garage Door
09.2017 - 01.2021
Labor
Dryden Diving Co
06.2017 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Kingsway Regional High School (KWRHS)
Welding
Salem County Vacational Tech School