Grover Goss
Prefix
Brown City,MI
2027
years of professional experience
Experienced model maker and metal fabricator with a strong background in blueprint reading, welding, and precision metalworking. Known for accurate prototype fabrication, attention to detail, and reliable teamwork.
always willing to do any new skills that are recommended for the job to run smoothly.
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter/EMT
- Responded to emergency calls, supporting suppression, rescue, and scene safety operations.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders, and apparatus during fireground and non-fireground incidents.
- Inspected equipment, protective gear, and vehicles to confirm readiness for service.
- Participated in training drills covering firefighting tactics, rescue procedures, and hazard control.
- Fire I & II 2023
- EMT 2020
Model Maker/Metal Fabricator
10 Years 9 Months- Assembled complex model structures with tight tolerances and clean finishes.
- Operated hand tools and shop equipment to fabricate detailed components.
- Interpreted technical drawings to build precise scale and prototype models.
- Modified prototypes based on design revisions and engineering feedback.
- Coordinated with design teams to resolve fabrication issues efficiently.
- Contributed valuable input during design reviews, offering suggestions for improvement based on hands-on experience with physical prototypes.
- Delivered visually appealing and functional models that effectively communicated design intent for stakeholder approval or marketing purposes.
Construction Operator
10 Years 1 Month- Operated heavy equipment for excavation, grading, and site preparation.
- Coordinated equipment movements with crew members to support workflow and site access.
- Inspected machinery before use, identifying defects and reporting needed repairs.
- Followed safety procedures, traffic control requirements, and jobsite regulations.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery to reduce downtime and extend service life.
- Improved construction efficiency by operating heavy equipment, including excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
Certified Welder
9 Months- Welded truck components to blueprint specifications using MIG and TIG processes.
- Inspected finished welds for quality, alignment, and structural integrity.
- Fabricated metal parts with grinders, cutters, and measuring tools.
- Interpreted technical drawings to complete precise assembly and repair work.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Welding
Emergency response
Fire safety training
Blueprint reading
Material cutting
Rescue operations
Analytical thinking
Problem-solving
Analytical thinking abilities
Time management
Task prioritization
Reliability
Incident management
First aid procedures
Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Model Maker/Metal Fabricator
Prefix
01.2016 - CurrentRead More
Construction Operator
Local 324
12.1996 - 01.2007Read More
Certified Welder
Kenworth
02.1996 - 11.1996Read More
Volunteer Firefighter/EMT
Brown City
2020 - CurrentRead More
Ogeman Hieghts
High School Diploma
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