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JOSEPH GARNER

Rosamond,California

Summary

Proud Local #105 Union Sheet Metal Worker with a strong background in Shop fabrication, field installation and CAD detailing with foreman experience. Self-motivated, purpose-driven craftsman who works with integrity and applies best practices to deliver a high-quality finished product while minimizing material waste and limiting job costs. Eager to work and learn from others, teach and build up those around me every chance I get, or can work independently with confidence.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
5
5

Certifications

Work History

Shop Fabrication

Sheldon Mechanical Corporation
Santa Clarita, CA
01.2016 - 06.2024
  • Proficient with CNC Plasma Table and Water Jet, Coil Line operation, Power brake operation, Pittsbugh lockformers, power roller, power shear, chop saw, etc.
  • Fabricated all types and sizes of rectangle duct, i.e., straight duct, square or radius elbows, transitions, O.G. offsets, canvas connectors, etc.
  • Fabricated all types and sizes of round fittings including spiral duct from 6"-48" Ø, Tee Y's, conicle taps, elbows, square to rounds, etc.
  • Efficiently and safely loaded trucks and trailers.
  • I spent one year as Shop foreman(approx. 2024-2025), managing a crew of apprentices, classifieds and Journeymen.
  • Coordinated multiple jobs and deliveries while inputting ductwork on CAMDUCT/CAMFAB.
  • Produce weekly timecards for entire Shop crew.
  • Complete Shop stock/inventory.
  • Pricing and ordering materials from multiple vendors.

HVAC Installation

Sheldon Mechanical Corporation
Santa Clarita, CA
10.2015 - 06.2024
  • Installed commercial HVAC systems including RTU's, AHU's, ERV's, FCU's, etc.
  • Layout and install sheet metal ductwork and Hangers in accordance with SMACNA standards and project drawings.
  • Read and interpret plans, specs., and submittals.
  • Coordinated with GC's, inspectors and other sub contractors to maintain jobsite efficiency.
  • managed work crews as field foreman (2019 +).
  • Submit timecards, dailies, RFI's, etc.
  • mentored apprentices to develop strong work ethic, technical skills, and professionalism on the jobsite.

HVAC Installation

SHELDON MECHANICAL CORPORATION
Santa Clarita, CA
10.2025 - 01.2026
  • Installed commercial HVAC systems including RTU's, AHU's, ERV's, FCU's, etc.
  • Layout and install sheet metal ductwork and Hangers in accordance with SMACNA standards and project drawings.
  • Read and interpret plans, specs., and submittals.
  • Coordinated with GC's, inspectors and other sub contractors to maintain jobsite efficiency.
  • managed work crews as field foreman (2019 +).
  • Submit timecards, dailies, RFI's, etc.
  • mentored apprentices to develop strong work ethic, technical skills, and professionalism on the jobsite.

CAD Detailer

Sheldon Mechanical Corporation
Santa Clarita, CA
06.2024 - 10.2025
  • Created detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings for mechanical components and assemblies (wet side and dry side).
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to review design specifications and ensure accuracy.
  • Attended coordination meetings online with General Contractors and Sub Contractors.
  • Utilized AutoCAD, Navis Works, Bluebeam, Procore, etc. to produce high-quality technical documentation.
  • Submit RFI's, CCD's, etc.
  • Create MAJ's in CAMDuct and create Trimble files for hangers.
  • Annotate Drawings
  • Plot Drawings

HVAC Installation

PATTON A/C
Fresno, CA
01.2014 - 10.2015
  • Installed commercial HVAC systems including RTU's, AHU's, ERV's, FCU's, etc.
  • Layout and install sheet metal ductwork and Hangers in accordance with SMACNA standards and project drawings.

HVAC Installation

XCELL MECHANICAL
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Installed commercial HVAC systems including RTU's, AHU's, ERV's, FCU's, etc.
  • Layout and install sheet metal ductwork and Hangers in accordance with SMACNA standards and project drawings.

Shop fabrication / Field installation

CIRCULATING AIR
01.2008 - 01.2013

I completed my entire apprenticeship at Circulating Air, gaining a strong foundation in duct fabrication and field installation while efficiently building high-quality HVAC systems with a focus on craftsmanship and pride in the trade.

Shop

  • Cut and install fiberglass insulation.
  • Chop saw ductmate, turning vanes, angle iron, etc.
  • Duct assembly.
  • Load trucks and trailers.
  • Drive trucks/deliveries.
  • Keep a clean and organized work environment.
  • Operate forklifts

Field

  • Seal ductwork.
  • Install duct.
  • Operate scissorlift, boomlifts, forklifts, etc.

Education

Detailing Program -

Local 105 JATC
City Of Industry, CA
12-2024

Signaling, Hoisting And Rigging -

Local 105 JATC
City Of Industry, CA
02-2022

Forklift, Scissor Lift, Boom Lift -

Local 105 JATC
City Of Industry, CA
08-2018

5-year apprenticeship program - Sheet Metal Workers International Association

LOCAL 105 JATC
Los Angeles, Ca
06-2013

OSHA 10 -

Local 105 JATC
Bakersfield, CA
04-2009

Safety And Health -

Local 105 JATC
Bakersfield, CA
04-2009

Skills

    Shop

  • Duct Fabrication (rectangle, round, spiral)
  • Layout (by hand or CAD)
  • Use of Shop equipment (brake, shear, plasma table, water jet, coil line, lockformers, rollers, spot welders, etc
  • Qualiity control and dimensional accuracy, complying with SMACNA standards
  • Material handling and staging
  • Crew management
  • coordinating with field crews and foreman
  • Field

  • Reading and interpreting plans and specs
  • Commercial and industrial duct installation per SMACNA standards
  • Rigging and setting equipment per manufactures requirements (clearances, service access, seismic, etc)
  • Hanger layout, trapeze fabrication and seismic bracing
  • Crew management and mentoring
  • Coordination with other trades
  • Problem solving and layout adjustments
  • Jobsite safety and OSHA compliance
  • Start-up support and punch-list completion
  • CAD

  • Interpret Plans, specs, details, submittals
  • HVAC shop drawings and field coordination drawings (ductwork and piping)
  • Proficient with AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Procore, and CAMFAB
  • Some REVIT
  • Create MAJ's and material take-off
  • Clash detection and coordination with other trades
  • Redline incorporation from field and foreman
  • As-built drawings
  • Communication between Shop, Field and Project Management

Certification

Detailing Program

Signaling, Hoisting and Rigging

Forklift, Scissor lift and Boom lift operating

OSHA 10

Health and Safety

Communication And Leadership

Works well with others in any environment. Can follow orders or take the lead when needed. Experience in online BIM Coordination., Served as the lead Shop Foreman for one year., Served as Field Foreman for +/- five years.

Timeline

HVAC Installation

SHELDON MECHANICAL CORPORATION
10.2025 - 01.2026

CAD Detailer

Sheldon Mechanical Corporation
06.2024 - 10.2025

Shop Fabrication

Sheldon Mechanical Corporation
01.2016 - 06.2024

HVAC Installation

Sheldon Mechanical Corporation
10.2015 - 06.2024

HVAC Installation

PATTON A/C
01.2014 - 10.2015

HVAC Installation

XCELL MECHANICAL
01.2013 - 01.2014

Shop fabrication / Field installation

CIRCULATING AIR
01.2008 - 01.2013

Detailing Program -

Local 105 JATC

Signaling, Hoisting And Rigging -

Local 105 JATC

Forklift, Scissor Lift, Boom Lift -

Local 105 JATC

5-year apprenticeship program - Sheet Metal Workers International Association

LOCAL 105 JATC

OSHA 10 -

Local 105 JATC

Safety And Health -

Local 105 JATC
JOSEPH GARNER