Detail-oriented contractor with expertise in construction management and remodeling. Proven ability in effective communication, team leadership, and maintaining high-quality standards in project execution.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Self Employed Private Contractor
My Self
Albany, Indiana
01.2009 - Current
Executed remodeling projects for kitchens and bathrooms, ensuring high-quality finishes.
Installed laminate flooring, drywall, and ceramic tile to meet client specifications.
Carried out concrete forming and pouring to support construction needs.
Managed lawn care and snow removal services for optimal property upkeep.
Welding technition Metal fabricator Head Painter.
Hartford Concrete Products
Hartford City, Indiana
03.1996 - 06.2008
Operated welding tools to join metal components for concrete products.
Maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
Interpreted blueprints to understand specifications and welding requirements.
Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes and workflows.
Inspected welds for quality assurance and compliance with project standards.
Trained new technicians on safety protocols and welding techniques.
Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime during production.
Documented daily activities and production logs for record-keeping purposes.
Fabricated components by cutting, grinding, drilling holes then joining them together through the use of various types of welding processes such as MIG, MAG, TIG, FCAW, GTAW.
Provided technical support to other departments within the organization regarding their needs related to welding.
Repaired worn out or damaged parts using appropriate gas metal arc Welding processes.
Troubleshot mechanical problems with welding equipment to determine necessary repairs or replacements.
Followed OSHA, company and industry standards for optimal safety.
Maintained an inventory of supplies used in the shop such as filler rods, fluxes ensuring adequate stock is available at all times.
Verified dimensions against blueprints or drawings before beginning any fabrication work.
Reviewed blueprints and diagrams to determine job specifications, plan production activities and organize proper supplies.
Completed production reports and work orders and submitted to management for review to maintain open and transparent operations.
Conducted quality inspections on finished products for compliance standards.
Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes.
Assisted in training new employees on fabrication techniques and safety protocols.
Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the specified dimensions, tolerances, and materials necessary for fabrication.
Set up and operate fabricating machines such as shears, brakes, rolls, presses, saws, drills, and grinders to cut, bend, form or shape metal parts.
Tested and performed quality inspections on completed products.
Maintain accurate records of all production activities including number of pieces produced per hour.
Calculated cost, labor, and material needs for fabricating projects.
Managed painting operations for concrete products and structures.
Supervised a team of painters, ensuring proper techniques and safety protocols.
Welder /Mechanical Fitter
Luick Quality Guage
Muncie, IN
04.1989 - 07.1996
Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
Interpreted blueprints to determine project specifications and requirements.
Operated welding equipment to .ensure precise and efficient work.
Also in charge of the painting Department and performed all painting requirements.