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Garret Farmer

Oakley

Summary

Skilled Welder and Owner/Operator Truck Driver with diverse experience in fabrication, MIG welding in aluminum, and winery operations. Proficient in reading blueprints, inspecting welds, and maintaining equipment. Known for attention to detail, safety compliance, and effective business management, bringing reliability and efficiency to every project.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Welder

ManpowerGroup
05.2023 - 07.2024
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver 3.5T Limit

Fastransport
03.2019 - 04.2023
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.
  • Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing.
  • Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.

Fabrication Welder

Sodramec
01.2009 - 01.2019
  • Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
  • Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
  • Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
  • Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
  • Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.

MIG Welder in Aluminum

Magyar Group
01.2008 - 06.2008
  • Measured parts to check compliance with design documents.
  • Worked closely with quality control personnel to address any identified issues promptly, supporting a continuous improvement mindset within the organization.
  • Consistently met or surpassed performance goals by effectively prioritizing tasks, managing time efficiently, and demonstrating strong work ethic in all aspects of the MIG Welder position.
  • Increased production efficiency by maintaining welding equipment and ensuring proper calibration.
  • Ensured workplace safety by following established guidelines and wearing appropriate protective gear.

Winery Worker

Vignoble Guillaume
09.2004 - 04.2007
  • Performed routine equipment maintenance to ensure reliability and longevity of machinery used in the winery process.
  • Enhanced winery production by meticulously pruning and training grapevines.

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  • Contributed to efficient harvest operations through timely picking, sorting, and processing of grapes.
  • Improved overall vineyard health with diligent pest and disease monitoring and management.
  • Aided in conducting regular inventory checks for proper tracking of wine stocks and supplies.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver 3.5T Limit

American Express Delivery Systems
01.1997 - 04.2002
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.

Education

Canada Junior College
Redwood City, CA
09.1981 - 05.1982

Skills

  • Welding Mig & Tig
  • Vertical Welding
  • Structural welding
  • Fabrication
  • Blueprint Reading

Languages

French
Professional Working

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Work Location

RemoteOn-Site

Important To Me

Flexible work hours

Timeline

Welder

ManpowerGroup
05.2023 - 07.2024

Owner/Operator Truck Driver 3.5T Limit

Fastransport
03.2019 - 04.2023

Fabrication Welder

Sodramec
01.2009 - 01.2019

MIG Welder in Aluminum

Magyar Group
01.2008 - 06.2008

Winery Worker

Vignoble Guillaume
09.2004 - 04.2007

Owner/Operator Truck Driver 3.5T Limit

American Express Delivery Systems
01.1997 - 04.2002

Canada Junior College
09.1981 - 05.1982
Garret Farmer