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Don Thaler

Jamaica,NY

Summary

Skilled Shear Operator with hands-on experience operating and maintaining shearing machines. Possess strong knowledge of metal properties, machine setup, and quality control. Notable strengths include troubleshooting skills, adherence to safety regulations, and the ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments. Contributed to productivity improvements in previous roles by optimizing workflows and reducing downtime. Well rounded in most areas of construction . I am exceptionally well and efficient in power / hand tool operation . Measuring and cutting both wood and metal materials.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1998
1998
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hydraulic Shear Operator/General Laborer

Action Metal Co.
Stony Point, New York
07.2019 - 06.2024
  • Operated shear machines to cut metal’s (cooper , brass , aluminum , and other )accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve production efficiency.
  • Helping customers unload , organize , and transport via forklift / hand truck , various lots / loads of metals to scales for weighing / paying.
  • Certified forklift operator

Construction Worker

James Campbell Construction
Stony Point, New York
  • Carpentry and framing of ( additions , decks ). Home Improvement , siding , trim work , bathrooms , kitchens , and custom cabinet work.
  • Demolition
  • Extraordinary and efficient in power tool / hand tool operation.

Installer /Construction Laborer

Think Fiberglass Inc.
Stony Point, New York
  • Installation of high quality fiberglass solutions.
  • Waterproofing for showers and roof decks. Cutting of fiber glass cloth to exact dimensions of the waterproofing project.
  • Mixing and poring , of two liquids ( resin / hardener ) in a 2/1 ratio with a hand pump . In order to paint the fiberglass cloth which seals and waterproofs the exact dimensions of the project.
  • Sanding the finish product with palm / belt sanders for finish work ( sometimes paint mixed with sand / tile.
  • Revitalization of Fiberglass pools / boats.

Education

General Education Diploma
Thiells, NY

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Metal / wood cutting
  • Power Tool / Hand Tool operation
  • Waterproofing techniques
  • Certified Forklift Operation
  • Well rounded with construction and finish work experience

Certification

  • Certified forklift operator
  • OSHA 40 hr safety coarse

Timeline

Hydraulic Shear Operator/General Laborer

Action Metal Co.
07.2019 - 06.2024

Construction Worker

James Campbell Construction

Installer /Construction Laborer

Think Fiberglass Inc.

General Education Diploma
Don Thaler