Gage Rutherford
Starkville,MS
Summary
Developed strong organizational and communication skills in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. A proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and contribute to team objectives. Seeking to transition into a new field, utilizing transferrable skills to drive success in diverse professional settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern Electrician
Steel Dynamics
Starkville, MS
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted in analyzing production processes to identify areas for efficiency improvements.
- Supported team projects by gathering data and preparing reports on operational performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflow and enhance communication.
- Facilitated training sessions for new interns, promoting understanding of safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Was tasked with completing monthly EPA required PH probe calibrations and changing them out when they went bad.
- Tasked with completing quartley 4160KV Primary Substation PM's in compliance with LOTO policy.
- Effectively locked out, and tried out broken down equipment like motors and valves before continuing with maintenance.
- Completed Steel Dynamic's Forklift/Manlift training and was able to use this training on site.
- Completed NFPA Type 70 training.
- Changed out 4160KV breakers when they burned up/went bad in compliance with LOTO.
- Helped our engineering department in installing new VFDs and PLCs to help streamline our work process in a more efficient manner.
Cashier
Zaxbys
Starkville, MS
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
Construction Worker
The Studio
Starkville , MS
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Performed various carpentry tasks such as constructing walls, installing doors, windows and siding.
- Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on all tools used during construction process ensuring that they were properly functioning at all times.
Education
Associate of Science - Mechatronics Engineering
East Mississippi Community College
Mayhew MS05-2026
High School Diploma -
Starkville High School
Starkville, MS05-2024
Skills
- Customer Service
- POS System
- Customer Assistance
- Heavy Equipment like backhoe or skid steerskidsteer
- Forklift
- PLC Coding
- Electrical Diagrams
- Power tools
- High and Low Voltage Knowledge
- Instrumentation/automation Systems
Timeline
Intern Electrician
Steel Dynamics
06.2025 - 01.2026
Cashier
Zaxbys
09.2022 - 02.2023
Construction Worker
The Studio
05.2022 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Starkville High School
Associate of Science - Mechatronics Engineering
East Mississippi Community College