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Devan Niemi

Thompsonville,MI

Summary

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

Work History

Technician

Graceland Fruit
Frankfort, MI
  • Troubleshot systems to determine appropriate resolution for reported problems with usage.
  • Followed safety guidelines and wore protective gear when using power drills, circular saws, and other power tools.
  • Troubleshot systems and equipment and ran tests to make effective recommendations.
  • Assisted in the design of new products or modifications to existing products for improved performance.
  • Restored product condition using proven techniques.
  • Utilized a variety of hand tools including soldering irons, screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, wire strippers and crimpers.
  • Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
  • Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
  • Delivered on-the-job training and development initiatives to new hires and contractors.

Landscaper

GNC landscaping
Beulah, MI
  • Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
  • Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
  • Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
  • Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
  • Winterized irrigation systems and restarted systems in spring.
  • Built or maintained greenhouses, fences or benches,
  • Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
  • Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
  • Assisted in building decks and patios to create outdoor living spaces.
  • Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
  • Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
  • Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
  • Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
  • Inspected property for signs of damage or infestation from pests or weeds.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
  • Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
  • Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
  • Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
  • Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
  • Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
  • Participated in snow removal services during winter months.
  • Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
  • Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
  • Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
  • Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
  • Built retaining walls using stones or bricks for stability purposes.

Contractor

eagle county builders
Empire, MI
  • Carried out tasks as instructed by supervisors such as digging trenches, mixing cement and operating power tools.
  • Assembled scaffolding structures to enable safe working at heights for other tradespeople.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
  • Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades to assist in vertical construction activities.
  • Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
  • Provided support during demolition activities, including breaking down walls and tearing up floors.
  • Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
  • Used hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, saws and drills for various tasks related to building projects.
  • Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Used wheelbarrow to move debris and material to designated areas on jobsite.
  • Assisted with carpentry duties such as measuring, cutting and fitting timber components.
  • Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
  • Cleaned up after work was completed each day, ensuring all tools were put away safely.
  • Loaded and unloaded building materials from delivery trucks to construction sites.
  • Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
  • Logged inventory to track supply counts, organize equipment and gather important materials.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.

Wire Spooler

AlcoTec Wire
Traverse City, MI
  • Assisted processes for maintaining equipment cleanliness and safe operations according to company policies and procedures.
  • Recorded production details and accurately entered data into computerized systems.
  • Attended regular training sessions to increase machine operating skills.
  • Recorded production data into computerized system accurately and efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Conducted quality control checks on all outgoing items prior to shipment.
  • Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
  • Assisted in the troubleshooting of production line equipment malfunctions.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding job progress and safety issues.
  • Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
  • Inspected finished products for defects or flaws.
  • Operated forklift to transport materials to designated areas.
  • Performed daily maintenance of assembly machines and tooling.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work area in accordance with OSHA standards.
  • Repaired defective parts using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment.
  • Set up and tended equipment with machine operators to complete runs.
  • Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
  • Monitored inventory levels throughout the shift.
  • Utilized hoists, cranes, and other lifting devices to move heavy items safely.
  • Determined root cause of equipment problems and identified effective solutions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Benzie Central Senior High School
Benzonia, MI

Skills

  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Equipment Repair
  • Quality Control
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Customer Interaction
  • Team Training
  • Minor Carpentry
  • Document Preparation
  • Production Assistance
  • Product Inspections
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Installation and Repair
  • Deadline Compliance
  • Jobsite Safety
  • Planting
  • Tree Pruning
  • Chemical Application
  • Sprinkler System Maintenance
  • Soil Preparation
  • Customer Service
  • Lawn Care
  • Site Cleaning and Organization
  • Maintaining Equipment
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Sod Laying
  • Using Hand Tools
  • Shoveling Snow From Walkways
  • Cultivating Soil
  • Trimming and Edging Flower Beds
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
  • Tree and Shrub Planting
  • Pruning Skills
  • Hedge Cutting
  • Machine Safety Practices
  • Mulching Gardens
  • Pesticide Applications
  • Gardening Products
  • Gardening Knowledge
  • Weeding and Edging
  • Responsible and Punctual
  • Physically Fit
  • Plant Knowledge
  • Team Collaboration
  • Basic Stonework Design
  • Flower Pruning and Watering
  • Landscape Maintenance
  • Hedge Design
  • Weather Tolerance
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Site Cleaning
  • Worksite Safety
  • Fixture Installation
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Team-Oriented and Dependable
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Punctual and Dependable
  • Installation and Finishing
  • Demolition and Destruction
  • Attention to Detail
  • Material Loading and Unloading
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Forklift Certification
  • Worksite Safety and Maintenance
  • Form Construction and Removal
  • General Housekeeping
  • Materials Handling
  • Processing Knowledge
  • Equipment Monitoring
  • Handling Machinery
  • Assembly Line
  • Inventory Control
  • Equipment Operation
  • Logistics
  • Manufacturing
  • Shipping
  • Scaffold Building
  • Worksite Preparation
  • Flooring Installation
  • Construction
  • Materials Loading
  • Truck Loading
  • Demolition
  • Landscape Design
  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Landscape Equipment Knowledge
  • Pallet Jack Usage
  • Merchandise Unloading
  • Product Labeling Abilities
  • Stock Rotation Requirements
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Pallet Jack Operations
  • Physical Stamina
  • Order Receiving
  • Product Labeling
  • Merchandise Stocking
  • Display Assembly
  • Price Checking
  • Security Monitoring
  • Friendly and Personable
  • Willing to Learn
  • Safety Processes and Procedures
  • Product Tagging
  • Safe Lifting Procedures
  • Positive Attitude
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Energetic and Outgoing
  • Cleaning Procedures
  • Paperwork Completion
  • Clear Communication
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Forklift Operation
  • Equipment Cleaning
  • Truck Unloading
  • Storage Management
  • Proper Stacking and Storage
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Food Preparation
  • Machine Safety
  • Effective Customer Communication
  • Sales Expertise
  • Quality Inspections
  • Equipment Use
  • Food Services
  • Food Safety Standards
  • Inventory Checks
  • Weights and Measurements
  • Honesty and Integrity
  • Sanitation and Safety Standards
  • Data Entry
  • Stocking of Food Cases
  • Upselling
  • Product Displays and Showcases

Timeline

Technician

Graceland Fruit

Landscaper

GNC landscaping

Contractor

eagle county builders

Wire Spooler

AlcoTec Wire

High School Diploma -

Benzie Central Senior High School
Devan Niemi