Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
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John Thayer

Sacramento,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Experienced Welder with background in industrial design, material stocking, product shipment and waste management. Trained across multiple types of welding, metallurgy and structural design. Expert working at heights and in enclosed spaces.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder/Metal Fabricator

S&H Welding Inc
05.2019 - 12.2023
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
  • Proactively addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions before they escalated into serious problems.

Welder/Skilled Laborer

Goodwin-Cole Company Inc
07.2018 - 04.2019

Proper placement and installation of shades and awnings.

  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule, ensuring high-quality results and client satisfaction.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Proactively addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions before they escalated into serious problems.

Welder/Metal Fabricator

S&H Welding Inc
04.2017 - 07.2018
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
  • Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
  • Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.

Iron Worker/ Structural Steel Welder

Lake Contracting Inc
05.2016 - 01.2017
  • Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
  • Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Operated equipment and machinery safely to prevent accidents.
  • Organized inventory systematically for easy access.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project success, resulting in improved workflow efficiency.
  • Adhered to company policies, safety procedures, and performance standards.

Sales Lead Generator

Cooper Heating And Cooling Inc
02.2015 - 07.2016
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to create targeted campaigns for lead generation, increasing overall brand awareness.
  • Maintained a deep understanding of industry trends and competitors'' offerings, enabling more effective positioning in client conversations.
  • Developed strong relationships with potential clients, resulting in increased lead generation and conversion rates.
  • Provided regular updates to senior management on lead generation efforts, highlighting successes and areas for improvement.
  • Scheduled sales appointments to discuss products and services and to close qualified leads.

Freight Associate

Home Depot
03.2014 - 11.2014
  • Maintained accurate inventory records by conducting regular audits and updating the database accordingly.
  • Maximized space within storage areas by ensuring appropriate stacking of merchandise.
  • Assured compliance with safety regulations through routine equipment inspections and adherence to protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize warehouse space, ensuring timely receipt of incoming shipments.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks.
  • Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to unload freight containers of varying weight and size.
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.

Sub-Contractor/ Handyman

Moore Handyman Services Inc
06.2009 - 10.2011
  • Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
  • Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
  • Coordinated timely delivery of materials and resources to job sites, preventing delays in project timelines.
  • Established long-term relationships with clients, resulting in increased repeat business.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.

Journeyman Ironworker

Twin Peaks Erectors
05.2007 - 05.2009
  • Demonstrated commitment to excellence by adhering to industry standards while erecting steel frameworks for various structures.
  • Maintained high-quality workmanship through precise cutting, fitting, and aligning of steel components.
  • Increased overall team competency by providing mentorship and guidance to apprentice ironworkers, sharing knowledge and expertise.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in the face of unexpected challenges, employing creative problem-solving skills to devise effective solutions on the job site.
  • Expedited construction timelines through proficient use of cranes for accurate placement of structural elements.
  • Safeguarded fellow workers from potential hazards by diligently maintaining proper fall protection systems during all phases of construction activity.
  • Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.

Education

GED -

Douglas County High School
Castle Rock, CO
05.1975

Skills

  • Welding
  • Fabrication
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Layout and Fitting
  • Steel Fabrication
  • Equipment Operation
  • Wire feed machines
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Critical Thinking
  • Forklift Operation
  • Material Handling
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Punctual and Reliable

Accomplishments

    Networking marketing sales at supervisor level.

    Lift Truck license: Forklift, Reach truck, Order picker

References

Available upon request

Additional Information

Work history includes:

Structural steel and metal building erection

Service and field work for fabrication shop

Underground mining

Drill Rigs

Delivery driver/ lumberyard

Shipping and Receiving

Customer service/ Sales

Drywall/ Metal stud framing/ Stucco

Landscaping

Timeline

Welder/Metal Fabricator

S&H Welding Inc
05.2019 - 12.2023

Welder/Skilled Laborer

Goodwin-Cole Company Inc
07.2018 - 04.2019

Welder/Metal Fabricator

S&H Welding Inc
04.2017 - 07.2018

Iron Worker/ Structural Steel Welder

Lake Contracting Inc
05.2016 - 01.2017

Sales Lead Generator

Cooper Heating And Cooling Inc
02.2015 - 07.2016

Freight Associate

Home Depot
03.2014 - 11.2014

Sub-Contractor/ Handyman

Moore Handyman Services Inc
06.2009 - 10.2011

Journeyman Ironworker

Twin Peaks Erectors
05.2007 - 05.2009

GED -

Douglas County High School
John Thayer