James Goniwicha
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Skilled Flooring Helper with background in assisting with installation, repair, and maintenance of various flooring types - including hardwood, laminate, and tile. Known for keen ability to follow instructions, swiftly learn new tasks and work well under pressure. Demonstrated strength in physical stamina, manual dexterity, and familiarity with flooring materials. Previous work led to improved efficiency on job sites due to fast-paced assistance provided to lead installers. Precision-driven Metal Fabricator known for maintaining high levels of productivity and efficiently completing tasks. Possess specialized skills in welding, blueprint reading, and metal finishing techniques. Excel at time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring projects are completed to the highest standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Baker
Kowalski's Markets
Saint Paul , MN
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
Material Handler
Majestic Flooring
Saint Paul , MN
08.2024 - Current
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Organized warehouse shelves, racks, and bins for proper storage of materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Operated forklift in a safe manner to move large shipments within the facility.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
Machine Shop Tech/Product Loader
Douglas Machine Inc.
Alexandria, MN
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the specified dimensions, tolerances, and materials necessary for fabrication.
- Verify accuracy of finished pieces with measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
- Grind off excess weld material from joints using portable grinders or buffers.
- Assemble mechanical components such as shafts, gears and bearings into subassemblies.
Lawn Maintenance Laborer
Eagle Lawn & Labor
Spicer, MN
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Mowed lawns and trimmed grass using a variety of mowers and trimmers.
- Weeded flower beds, removed debris from lawns, and raked leaves.
- Inspected equipment for proper functioning and safety prior to use.
- Hauled materials such as soil, mulch, sand, gravel., when necessary.
- Installed sod in areas requiring new turfgrass coverage.
- Operated riding mowers to cover large areas more quickly than with push mowers.
Landscape Laborer
Landmark Landscaping
Breckenridge , MN
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted with the preparation of soil beds for planting by tilling, leveling and raking.
- Installed hardscapes such as retaining walls, walkways and patios.
- Maintained landscaped areas by weeding, pruning, trimming and edging.
- Transported tools, materials and equipment to job sites using company vehicles.
- Provided irrigation system installation services including laying pipes and sprinklers.
Landscape Laborer
Dakota Design
Wahpeton, North Dakota
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted with the preparation of soil beds for planting by tilling, leveling and raking.
- Maintained landscaped areas by weeding, pruning, trimming and edging.
- Installed hardscapes such as retaining walls, walkways and patios.
- Transported tools, materials and equipment to job sites using company vehicles.
- Provided irrigation system installation services including laying pipes and sprinklers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wheaton Area Schools
Wheaton, MN05-2012
Skills
- Baking
- Creative problem solving
- Dough preparation
- Food handling standards
- Stock rotation
- Equipment safety
- Pallet assembly
- Verbal and written communication
- Forklift operation
- Delivery tracking
- Delivery pickup
- Route planning
- City and non-city driving
- CNC machine operation
- Hand tool proficiency
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Precision cutting
- Material handling
Certification
Forklift Certified
Timeline
Baker
Kowalski's Markets
10.2024 - Current
Material Handler
Majestic Flooring
08.2024 - Current
Machine Shop Tech/Product Loader
Douglas Machine Inc.
10.2023 - 04.2024
Lawn Maintenance Laborer
Eagle Lawn & Labor
04.2022 - 08.2022
Landscape Laborer
Landmark Landscaping
06.2018 - 08.2019
Landscape Laborer
Dakota Design
05.2017 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Wheaton Area Schools