Experienced Sandblaster with extensive knowledge of various types of abrasives. Stand for 10+ hours while continually lifting blasters in any working condition. Successful at following directions and finishing tasks quickly.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Sand Blaster / Panter
Reconditioning Professionals
01.2022 - 11.2024
Removed sand, paint, grease, tar or rust from steel and aluminum surfaces.
Mixed abrasives according to desired finishes.
Safely operated air and hose equipment to set up and prepare area for blasting.
Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
Oil and Lube Technician
R&J Car Care
11.2020 - 06.2021
4+ Years of experience Recommended automotive services and repairs to promote good vehicle operation and enhance road safety. Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles. Kept shop areas neat, clean and free of safety hazards. Suggested additional services to customers in order to meet upsell goals. Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services. Topped off all fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect and cool engine. Removed trip hazards and other obstacles to maintain safe vehicle service work environment. Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles. Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers. Assisted other lube technicians and mechanics in vehicle diagnostic and repair work to enable timely completion of service tickets.
Tire Service Technician
Coshocton Tire
03.2019 - 11.2020
1+ Years of experience Checked tires for correct air pressures and inflated or deflated tires to meet air pressure requirements. Documented tire repair and replacement activities to add to vehicles' service histories. Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks and vans. Inspected vehicle tires to identify service needs and informed customer of issues to enable completion of tire services. Noted irregular tire wear and advised customer of repair or replacement options to promote vehicle safety. Maintained and stored tools daily to enable retrieval from proper storage locations. Unloaded and stacked tires in proper locations to facilitate easy retrieval for use on customer vehicles. Maximized efficiency by coordinating changing and rotating of tires. Located and fixed tire flats with compounds or physical patches. Assisted team by keeping shop tidy, clean and free of safety hazards. Used shop machinery to balance tires and align vehicles for optimal performance. Repaired punctures by locating leaks, removing embedded objects and patching holes. Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
Oil and Lube Technician
R&J Car Care
07.2015 - 03.2019
4+ years of experience Recommended automotive services and repairs to promote good vehicle operation and enhance road safety. Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles. Kept shop areas neat, clean and free of safety hazards. Suggested additional services to customers in order to meet upsell goals. Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services. Topped off all fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect and cool engine. Removed trip hazards and other obstacles to maintain safe vehicle service work environment. Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles. Educated customers on vehicle systems operation and recommended regular maintenance schedules to promote optimal vehicle functionality. Assisted other lube technicians and mechanics in vehicle diagnostic and repair work to enable timely completion of service tickets. Applied lubricants to moving parts of vehicle engines to prevent premature engine wear. Installed wiper blades and headlamps and confirmed items' functionality to promote safe vehicle operation.
Shipping and Receiving
Wayne Dalton
04.2014 - 07.2015
1+ Years of experience Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks. Worked effectively with shippers to resolve issues with shipments, including damaged materials and shortages. Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment. Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork. Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity. Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.